Janice L. Blanchard, 85, (1932-2017) passed away on August 1, 2017 at Baystate Noble Hospital. She was born in Westfield to the late Gerald and Ella Mae (Rix) Blanchard. She worked in the jewelry department for JC Penney’s for many years, she also owned and operated The Carriage Shop with her sister. Jan loved the beach and enjoyed time at her home in Sebastian, FL. Janice is predeceased by two sisters, Vernice Stiner and Gail Sawyer and a niece Sherry Kiendzior. She is survived by a niece Lisa Casey and her husband Paul of Westfield and great nieces and nephews, Guy and Chad Hannum, Chynna Mackey, Cole Casey and Trista Rice. A private graveside service will be held at Pine Hill Cemetery, Westfield. Donations in Janice’s name may directed to the Shriner’s Hospital, 516 Carew St. Springfield, MA 01104. Arrangements are under the direction of Firtion Adams FS, 76 Broad St. Westfield, MA 01085. www.firtionadams.com
Janice L. Blanchard, 85, (1932-2017) passed away on August 1, 2017 at Baystate Noble Hospital. She was born in Westfield to the late Gerald and Ella Mae (Rix) Blanchard. She worked in the jewelry department for JC Penney’s for many years, she also owned and operated The Carriage Shop with her sister. Jan loved the beach and enjoyed time at her home in Sebastian, FL. Janice is predeceased by two sisters, Vernice Stiner and Gail Sawyer and a niece Sherry Kiendzior. She is survived by a niece Lisa Casey and her husband Paul of Westfield and great nieces and nephews, Guy and Chad Hannum, Chynna Mackey, Cole Casey and Trista Rice. A private graveside service will be held at Pine Hill Cemetery, Westfield. Donations in Janice’s name may directed to the Shriner’s Hospital, 516 Carew St. Springfield, MA 01104. Arrangements are under the direction of Firtion Adams FS, 76 Broad St. Westfield, MA 01085. www.firtionadams.com
