QUEENSBURY – Anne K. Blanchard, 79, formerly of Queensbury,
passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at Bethlehem Commons Care
Center in Delmar.
Born on October 27, 1940 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Carl
and Mary (Smith) Mosher.
Anne graduated from Hudson Falls High School and continued her education at Albany Business College. After college, she worked for Albany Times Union in the accounting office. One of her favorite places of employment, was at St. Alphonsus School, where she was secretary to the Principal. Anne retired from Continental Insurance. She spent a lifetime volunteering in her community from youth hockey, Girl Scouts, chairing the St. Alphonsus Bazaar for many years and the United Way, up until her “dream” retirement job as the volunteer coordinator for Meals on Wheels.
After first husband, Joseph Hurley passed away as a young man, she married her second husband, Paul Blanchard in 1968. They were married for 34 years when he died in 2002.
Besides her husbands, she was predeceased by her son in law, Michael Bintz.
Anne loved her family and friends and would always jump at the chance to spend time with them talking about favorite memories and making new ones.
Survivors include her three children, Bonnie Blanchard of Glens Falls, Mary Bintz of Delmar and Michael Blanchard and his wife, Carole of Ballston Lake; her loving grandchildren, Sierra Maille, Catera Maille, Jacob Bintz, Joseph Bintz, Ethan Blanchard and Nicole Blanchard; several brothers and sisters in laws; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Funeral Mass will be private at Our Lady of the Annunciation Church, in Queensbury, with Very Rev. Joseph G. Busch, Pastor, officiating.
The Rite of Committal will follow at Gerald B.H. Solomon-Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville, where she will be laid to rest next to her husband.
The family suggests that memorial donations be made to Warren County Meals on Wheels, Office of the Aging, Warren Co Municipal Center, 1340 State Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845.
Arrangements are under the care of the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Mary, I often think of you, the trip to Ball State, and your hard work on The Totem Post. We shared, I think, our first view of Niagara Falls on that trip.
I was sorry to read of your mother’s death, as I knew her both as your mom and in her work with Meals on Wheels, which I delivered for years after I retired. I always said I wanted to help by delivering, as I might get them myself, which is the case now!!
My experience with the school paper and that class was a highlight in my years of teaching, thanks mostly to you!
Your mother was a lovely person who raised a lovely daughter.
Sincerely, Nancy Wilson
Mary, I often think of you, the trip to Ball State, and your hard work on The Totem Post. We shared, I think, our first view of Niagara Falls on that trip.
I was sorry to read of your mother’s death, as I knew her both as your mom and in her work with Meals on Wheels, which I delivered for years after I retired. I always said I wanted to help by delivering, as I might get them myself, which is the case now!!
My experience with the school paper and that class was a highlight in my years of teaching, thanks mostly to you!
Your mother was a lovely person who raised a lovely daughter.
Sincerely, Nancy Wilson
My sincere condolences to Mike and the entire family. I’ll always remember Mrs B as a great AYHA hockey mom, “Adirondack Annie,” who cheered us on at every game no matter where it was. And we had games at some pretty out of the way places. I’m very sorry for your loss.
Michael, I’m so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was always so much fun when we were all involved with youth hockey. I will miss her.
You and all your family are in my thoughts and my prayers.
DeeDee Pohl
Mary, I often think of you, the trip to Ball State and your hard work on The Totem Post. We shared, I think, our first view of Niagara Falls on that trip.
I was sorry to read of your mother’s death, as I knew her both as your mom and in her work with Meals on Wheels, which I delivered for years after I retired. I always said I wanted to help by delivering, as I might get them myself, which is the case now!!
My experience with the school paper and that class was a highlight in my years of teaching, thanks mostly to you!
Your mother was a lovely person who raised a lovely daughter.
Sincerely, Nancy Wilson
Bonnie, Mary & Michael – my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I have such fond memories of your mom ! I loved whenever she stopped over to my mom’s house because she always had the latest scoop – Annie Moe was “one of a kind” and I’m sure she will be missed.
Aunt Anne lived a remarkable well-lived life. Our hearts are with you all, Mary, Bonnie, and Michael and with your beautiful families.
Dear Bonnie, Mary & Michael & Carole. We send our sincere sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your dear Mom. We remember her and your Dad fondly from St. Alphonsus and all their hard work for the school and the Bazaar. You chose a lovely picture of her just as we remember her. Take care.
So saddened to read of your passing.
I have fond memories of you and will always remember you as Mrs. B.
Your kindness, generosity, and humor will always be remembered.
I pray you rest in eternal peace now.
May your family find peace and comfort at this time.
So very sad hearing of the passing of Anne. She was truly a lovely lady. She always greeted me and others with a smile. We all learned a little something from Anne. R.I.P. my sincere condolences to Anne’s family & friends.
Oh my bestest client buddy,i miss you already,if this virus hadnt happened i would of come to see you down in the home,i did call 2 weeks ago and left a message and you usually called back,when i didnt hear from you i knew something was wrong,as you were always a faithful friend who called right back,just wanted to say we had such a good time when i came over and good talks,you are a good listener.to her family,mary we met in the home,thank you so much for sharing your mom with me,just wanted you all to know she had nothing but good things to say about you,from your bestest assistent,my friend!!
My sincere sympathy. So many life lessons I learned from Annie at Continental Ins Co. I loved our chats about politics, religion and family. Hands down Annie was the most loyal friend of which I could never stand up to after we parted ways from Continental. My thoughts were with you so many days and now my prayers. Truly an amazing woman!
Anne was a special member of the Hurley family. So much love, friendship, and laughs will be my memories of her. She will be missed. RIP, my friend
Kathleen Hurley Kittleman
I knew Ann from meals on wheels, she was a great person and always fun to be around. Sorry to read of her passing, accept my condolance. ÷Sincerely, Pat Oddey
I knew Ann from meals on wheels, she was a great person and always fun to be around. Sorry to read of her passing, accept my condolance. ÷Sincerely, Pat Oddey
i knew your mom from being a meals volunteer. a great lady, always pleasant to be around. i have thought about her often, sorry to read her obituary, sincerely, pat oddey.