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Donald Philip Blanchett

Born: 4/19/1949
Died: 3/22/2022
Age: 72
Community: Grand Blanc Township, MI

BLANCHETT, Donald Philip - Of Grand Blanc Township, age 72, died Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at Ascension Genesys Hospital.

A memorial service will be held 12 Noon Saturday, March 26, 2022 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint,

Bill Blanchett officiating.

Cremation has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to D.A.V.

Donald was born in Owosso, Michigan on April 19, 1949, the son of the late Philip and Virginia (Campbell) Blanchett. Donald served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. On October 26, 1979, he married Elaine Vasas. He retired from General Motors as a supervisor. After retiring, he discovered he had artistic talent and greatly enjoyed surprising people with drawings of their pets. Don's deepest joy was spending time with family. He especially loved doting on his grandchildren.

Surviving are wife of 42 years, Elaine;

children, Luke (Kelly) Blanchett and Valerie Blanchett;

grandchildren, Luke and Anna;

brothers, John (Sharron) and Bill (Joann);

many other family members;

and beloved friend, Donna Hopkins Sieloff.

He was also preceded in death by sister-in-law, Connie Blanchett and great-nephew, Will M. Allan.

Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com

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  Swartz Funeral Home & Cremation Center
1225 West Hill Road
Flint, MI 48507

Phone: (810) 235-2345

Web Site: http://www.swartzfuneralhomeinc.com

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Visitation
Date:   3/24/2022
Time:   -
 
Funeral Service
Date:   3/26/2022
Time:   12:00 PM
 
Location:   Swartz Funeral Home & Cremation Center
1225 West Hill Road
Flint, MI 48507

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Official:   Bill Blanchett

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