Robert J. Blanchard Rites

PROCTOR — The funeral service for Robert J. Blanchard, 71, who died Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012, was held Tuesday, Nov. 13, at Union Church of Proctor.

Officiating was the Rev. Howard Gunter, pastor of Pittsfield Federated Church.

Organist was Alan Walker.

Words of remembrance were offered by Kevin Blanchard and Steven Myhberg.

A reception followed in the church hall.

A private graveside service will be at a later date in Lyndon Center Cemetery in Lyndon.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Clifford Funeral Home.