the Ontario Sailing Association remembers
George Blanchard
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Mar 14 2011 The Sailing Community Mourns the Loss of George Blanchard

 The Sailing Community Mourns the Loss of George Blanchard
 
 
George Blanchard passed away peacefully on Friday, March 11, 2011 at the Village of Humber Heights in his 98th year.  Beloved husband of the late Vera Blanchard (nee Warren) and dear father of Pat (John Moffatt), Joy (Gord Holmes), and Ross (Lorraine).  Lovingly remembered by his seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
 
George retired from DeHavilland Canada in 1978 after a 49 1/2 year career and was inducted into its Hall of Fame in 1994.  Up until his death, he was actively involved in the sailing community locally, nationally and internationally, specifically the Toronto Sailing and Canoe Club, the Canadian Wayfarer Association, the Ontario Sailing Association, and the Boulevard Club.  He was an Honorary Commodore of TSCC/CWA and Honorary Life Member of the Boulevard Club.  He was also Councillor of Honour of the Canadian Yachting Association.
 
He was the consummate volunteer, recognized by two Ontario Premiers.  He was selfless, dedicated, caring, innovative, patient and organized. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
 
The family wishes to thank the staff of Humber Heights for their care and compassion during the past couple months.
 
Visitation will be at Scott Funeral Home West Toronto Chapel (1273 Weston Road., one light north of Eglinton) on Tuesday, March 15th from 7:00-9:00pm and Wednesday, March 16th from 2:00-4:00pm and 7:00-9:00pm.  The funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 17th at the Church of the Good Shepherd (Corner of Eglinton and Weston) at 11:00am.
 
A memorial for George will be held for the sailing community on April 16, 2011.  Check www.wayfarer-canada.org for arrangements.
 
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ontario Sailing BOOM program to support youth sailing in Ontario would be appreciated or a charity of your choice.
 
If you would like to make a contribution to Ontario Sailing's BOOM program, please complete an Appendix C (below also) and forward it to Ontario Sailing (via fax 1-877-677-7275 or via email to info@OntarioSailing.ca or via mail to 65 Guise Street East, Hamilton Ontario L8L 8B4).
 

George Blanchard presents the George Blanchard Provincial Champions Award
Please complete all pertinent information & return this form to Ontario Sailing via fax 1-877-677-7275 or via email to info@OntarioSailing.ca or via mail to 65 Guise Street East, Hamilton, ON L8L 8B4.
Tax Receipts will be mailed for a minimum $25.00 donation.
 
Appendix C    Date:  ______________________
 
Sport IS Development Fund, c/o National Sport Trust Fund - Ontario Branch
 
Dear Administrator: In memory of George Blanchard, I am donating $__________ to the NATIONAL SPORT TRUST FUND via Ontario Sailing toward the development of amateur sport in Canada through the support of the Ontario Sailing BOOM/Access BOOM Program.
 
Donations are made:  _____ in Cash            ____ by Cheque (made out to Ontario Sailing)
 
_____ Visa/MC #:  _____________________________________

 Expiry Date:  _______________      Name on Card: ­­­­­__________________________________
 
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            DONOR:  ________________________________________

            ADDRESS:  __ __________________________________________________

            CITY:  ____________________  POSTAL CODE:  ______ ______

Signature:  ________________________

** Please make cheques payable to Ontario Sailing Association           
RCAA B.N. 88938 6868 RR0001   
 
 
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