Born in Putnam, Connecticut, on August 23, 1961, Donald Scott Blanchette, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.He was the son of the late Donald E. Blanchette and Linda (Luciani) Blanchette. He was also recently predeceased by his best buddy, Johnny Yabrosky.He leaves behind his sister, Kelli (Juneann) Blanchette of Brooklyn, Connecticut; his sister, Gina (Kendra) Mellady of Seneca, South Carolina; and his brother, Richard (Debbie) Mellady of Brooklyn, Connecticut. He also leaves many co...
Born in Putnam, Connecticut, on August 23, 1961, Donald Scott Blanchette, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
He was the son of the late Donald E. Blanchette and Linda (Luciani) Blanchette. He was also recently predeceased by his best buddy, Johnny Yabrosky.
He leaves behind his sister, Kelli (Juneann) Blanchette of Brooklyn, Connecticut; his sister, Gina (Kendra) Mellady of Seneca, South Carolina; and his brother, Richard (Debbie) Mellady of Brooklyn, Connecticut. He also leaves many cousins and dear friends, many of whom he considered family.
A graduate of Killingly High School, Don went on to graduate from Central Connecticut State University. He enjoyed a successful career in Business Marketing and Sales and had recently retired as a manufacturing buyer/planner.
He lived, loved, laughed, worked, travelled, and protected with his entire heart. He had a sharp mind and loved a good challenge. He was known for finishing every word in the Hartford Courant Sunday crossword puzzle and for somehow managing to use every tile in a game of Scrabble.
More than anything, Don was a staple of his family and truly enjoyed simply being together. He loved social gatherings, attending Red Sox games, taking bus trips to the Saratoga horse races, and fishing with his siblings. Easter Sunday was his favorite holiday, and he especially loved hosting the family for Easter dinner each year.
He had a wonderful ability to bring laughter wherever he went. His humor, friendship, and presence brought joy to those fortunate enough to know him.
He will be deeply missed by his family and friends, but the laughter, memories, and love he shared with them will never be forgotten.
Burial and celebration of life will be at a later date. Close friends and relatives will be notified. Donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in his memory.
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