Jennifer Marion Blanchard (nee Bell)
Jennifer Marion Blanchard (nee Bell) passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, at the age of 86, at Columbia Forest LTC in Waterloo. She was the beloved wife of the late Jack, who predeceased her in September 2025. Jennifer was a loving mother to Laura (Rob), Bette-Jean (Ron), Jacqueline (late Andy), John, Nigel (Laura), and Malcolm. She was also a proud Grandma Jenny to Jody, Kristi, Amy, Stephen, Michael, Kyle, Raquel, Ryder, Nash, and 10 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents, Chas and Ada, Jennifer was born in Harrow, England. After immigrating to Canada, she continued her career as a school teacher, where she was an early advocate for nutrition in the primary grades. In her final years, she was a resident of Lincoln Heights in Waterloo. Jennifer enjoyed canoeing with the Old Salts Club, bird watching, and growing roses as a member of the Waterloo Rose Society. Her husband, Jack, and she shared many great times with friends, and the family has many fond memories of family dinners, pool parties, and barbecues. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to the Henry Walser Funeral Home. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the WRHN Foundation - Cancer Centre or the Alzheimer Society of Waterloo Wellington. Donations may be made at the funeral home or online directly through the charity's website. Please call the funeral home at 519-749-8467 to inform the family of your online donation.
