Thursday, January 25, 2024

Ruthann Blanchard

Ruthann Furrow Blanchard, 81, of Normal, Illinois passed away on January 22, 2024 at Carle Medical Center in Normal.

She was born on April 14, 1942 in Kankakee, Illinois to Don and Mary Furrow. She married Ronald Blanchard on December 1, 1963. He passed away on June 21, 1994.
Ruthann is survived by her son, Brett Blanchard of Normal, her daughter Holly (Troy) Bonnett of Columbia, Tennessee, and her grandsons, Ryan (Cheyanne) Bonnett and Kevin Bonnett. Also surviving are her brothers, Jim Furrow and Phil Durflinger, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, two infant sons, parents, and sister.
Ruthann attended Normal Community High School. She worked several places over the years and retired from State Farm Insurance Company.
Ruthann’s grandsons were the light of her life and her heart. She was always the loving Nanna.
Ruthann loved spring flowers, so while cremation rites have been accorded, services will be planned later in the spring.
Memorial donations may be made in Ruthann’s name to Carle Hospice. Online condolences can be left for her family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.

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