Robert B. Blanchard

Robert B. Blanchard, 79, died Monday, June 27, 2011 at the Embracing Hospice in Cumming, Ga. following a lengthily illness. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Bonnie; sons Robert James and Jonathan Breck; daughter Louri Kearnes; sister Constance Hill; brother-in-law Jeffrey Hill; two step daughters; eleven grandchildren; and two nephews.

Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio and attended Ohio State University. He served in the U. S. Army, Fort Myers VA as a Sentinel at "The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier" in Arlington Cemetery. He was employed for over 50 years in the commercial wall covering industry.

Military Ceremony and Service will on July 8, 2011, Friday at 11:00 a.m. at Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, Georgia Church Memorial Service will be held on July 9, 2011, Saturday at 11:00am at Peachtree Corners Christian Church in Norcross, Georgia.

Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services, a Veterans Family & Memorial Care Provider. (678) 455-5815.