John Craig Blanchard

1964 ∼ 2018

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John Craig Blanchard, 54, of Baton Rouge, LA. Mr. Blanchard was born May 9, 1964, and passed away Saturday, September 1, 2018 in Port Arthur, TX.

John Craig is survived by his beloved wife Jennifer Blanchard of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; his beloved sister Kerri Blanchard Stansbury, and husband Dana, of Port Neches; his beloved niece Jennifor Bellard; his nephews Kristofer Bellard and Jon Raab; his step-daughter Cecelia Palermo; numerous great-nieces and nephews; and his very special uncle, Jack York. He is preceded in death by his parents, John Harold Blanchard and Beverly York Blanchard, and his sister Cynthia Paige Blanchard.

A private gathering of the family will be held at a later date.

In lieu of usual remembrances, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Texas Wildlife Conservation Fund.

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Craig Spencer September 6, 2018

It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of a great guy that was so full of life. I worked with JC at CDM and have the fondness memories of our time together. His everlasting impression on me was of a man who was so happy with life and that is how I will remember him. My deepest sympathies to his family.

Lance Waedemon September 4, 2018

Craig and I were best friends since 4th grade. We always debated each other over everything, Fishing, Hunting, Politics, Religion, and a ton of other things, we didn't always agree, but we listened to each others opinions. That's special. Salt and Pepper, they go together. You will always be alive in my memories!

Kenny Ferachi September 4, 2018

JC and I met in 1997 and I had the privilege of working with him since then. Always enjoyed my time with JC both at and away from work. Learned a lot from JC. If there’s a man you want to go into battle with it’s JC. He’d jump on a grenade for any of his friends. Gonna miss you buddy.

Clay Vanveckhoven September 3, 2018

JC was a great guy, met him 21 years ago at the City of Baton Rouge when he was with CDM, we made many trips to Grand Isle fishing for specks, he loved his fishing adventures and I'm honored to have made a few adventures with him, we sure had fun on everyone of them, my condolences to his family.

Justin Haydel September 2, 2018

JC was a good friend and co-worker. JC was full of life and enjoyed every minute. I've known JC since 1992 and we worked together most years since then. He loved his fishing - I can remember him coming to work Monday mornings and just walking up to you and saying "Reds in the pass, cacahoe minnows!!!" You knew he had a good weekend and he was always willing to share his catch. We will miss you JC and hope to see you on the other side. God bless your family at this tough time. Justin Haydel

Jennifer O'Hara Blanchard September 2, 2018

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Craig Musgrove September 1, 2018

I have so many memories with Craig, we always have been friends ever since elementary school. We were bonded mostly because we were both named Craig. The memory that comes up the most when were really young my parents bought us motorcycles and we use to tie a sheet of plywood with a rope and drag people around out back yard trying your best to get them to fall off. He will truly be missed deeply and my heart is hurting and heavy with sorrow. I'm glad he is at peace now and won't have to suffer anymore. Until we meet again my friend....