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Name: Regina M. Hawthorne Blanchard (Nickname = Gina)
Spouse: Lawrence P. Blanchard (Nickname = Lb )
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DECEASED 2023,
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1953 Attended from 9 through 12

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Birthdate: October 31, 1935   
Date of Death: September 24, 2023  
       

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Regina Blanchard, 87, of South Whitley, IN, passed away at home on September 24, 2023, surrounded with love by her family.

She was hardworking and made lasting impressions on those she encountered throughout her life. Gina, as most knew her, had a career spanned across various places, including News Sentinel in Fort Wayne; Naples Community Hospital in Naples, FL; University of Texas-Southwest; and Heyerly's Grocery in South Whitley.

However, she held her most cherished roles as a mother, grandmother, and wife. Gina and LB loved putting together puzzles. She also loved reading books from the library.

Regina was the daughter of James Russell and Wuanita "June" Hawthorne. She was born in Fremont on October 31, 1935 and graduated from Columbia City High School in 1953. Regina was known for her dedication to family and friends.

She leaves behind her husband, Lawrence "LB" Blanchard of South Whitley with whom she shared nearly 24 years. Also surviving are 6 children, Marc (Chip) Schuerman of Frisco, TX, Michael (Debbie) Schuerman of Louisville, KY, Bradley (Patti) Schuerman of Fitchburg, MA, Lisa (Clay) Herring and Angela (Matthew) Thatcher, both of Fort Wayne, and Laura Schuerman of South Whitley; 18 grandchildren, Amanda, Tiffany, Bradley Jr., William, Johann, Ebony, Jessica, Chad, Joshua, Justin, James, Matthew, Kelli, Zachary, Alaina, Casey, Wyatt, and Taylor; 28 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; 4 stepchildren, Bryon "Larry" (Connie) Blanchard of South Whitley, Joseph Paul (Suzanne) Meggison of Ashland, IL, Shea Lee Blanchard of Huntington and Taylor Ewing of Wabash; and 4 step grandchildren, Josie, Jentry, Gabby and Jaxon.

She was preceded in passing by parents, James Russell and Wuanita "June" Hawthorne; and brother, Michael Hawthorne.

Regina will be remembered for her strong work ethic and dedication to her loved ones. Her kindness, warmth, and love touched the hearts of everyone she encountered. She will be deeply missed but forever cherished in the memories of those she knew. The family is grieving privately; a memorial gathering will be scheduled at a later date.
Arrangements by Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw. Condolences may be left at www.TitusFuneraHome.com.

Memorial gifts may be directed to Parkview Hospice, mailed to: Parkview Whitley Foundation 1260 East State Road 205 Columbia City, IN 46725.

Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Sep. 30, 2023.
 
Last Updated: 10-01-2023 Alumni ID: 12782
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