Edward Blanchard, age 75, of Eunice, La., died Monday, September 1, 2008, at 2218 Fournerat Rd. in Eunice, La.

He is survived by his wife Betty Vezina Blanchard of Eunice, La.

Three Daughters, Carol Fontenot & Russell of Eunice, La. Lee Ann Olivier & Randy of Eunice, La. Donna Thibodeaux & Robert of Eunice, La.

Three Sons, Robert Blanchard & Denise of Reddell, La. Kurt Blanchard of Noble, La. Eric Blanchard of Reddell, La.

Two Sisters, Clara Daigle of Eunice, La. Elaine Boyer of Dallas, Texas

Ten grandchildren Nine great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Parents, Eugene & Mary Francois Blanchard; Brother, Gurney Richard

Visitation is from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM Thursday, September 4, 2008 with a rosary @ 6PM. Reopen @ 8 AM Fri. Funeral service will be at Funeral Home Chapel at 10:00 AM Friday, September 5, 2008 . Burial to folow at St. Paul Cemetery in Eunice, La. Quirk & Son Funeral Home, 121 S. 6th. St. of Eunice is in charge of arrangements.