Ernest “Buddy” J. Blanchard, Jr. passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2020 at the age of 64. Beloved husband of Patricia “Pat” Jenkins Blanchard. Father of Ernest “Trey” J. Blanchard, III (Candie), Tracey Blanchard Netto (Michael). Son of the late Betty Mae Ramagoz Dillon and Ernest “Snake” J. Blanchard, Sr. Brother of Charles “Chuck” Dillon, and the late Jay Dillon, Kathleen Guillot, and Audrey Gillespie. Loving grandfather of Alexis Blanchard, Zachary Blanchard, Cooper Netto and Ella Netto. Great grandfather of Caitlynn Blanchard. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Waggaman, LA. He was employed by Avondale Shipyards for over 35 years. He loved cooking and was an avid Saints Fan. Services will be held privately at a later date. Mothe Funeral Home is assisting the family at this time. Family and friends are encouraged to express their condolences or share memories by visiting
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