In Memory of William Eugene Blancett

Daddy

William Eugene Blancett 

December 29, 1941 – July 29, 2013

The wonderful man above is my beloved father who passed away completely unexpectedly in his sleep on Monday morning, July 29, 2013. 

Daddy was very healthy and just rode his bike 20 miles the day previous to his passing. My heart is broken as daddy was my only parent and always stood by my side and was never judgemental. He would give anybody the shirt off of his back and he did. Daddy was an amazing man that was so loved and respected by everybody that knew him. He retired from a 35-year career with TransWorld Airlines (TWA) in 2001 and then worked another 10 years for Borges and Mahoney for "fun."

I'm sitting in his house right now at the kitchen counter as I write this and I'm expecting him to walk around the corner any second to tell me to make my bed. Thankfully, daddy was a minimalist as my youngest son, Pete and myself went through his belongings yesterday and I really felt I was invading his privacy and space. Last year at this time, he even built me a customized craft studio in his condo as it's 2 bedrooms and I wanted to leave a bedroom open for my kids to visit and guests. He certainly didn't expect to die when he went to bed Sunday evening as I have a lot of loose ends to tie up and this puzzle to put together to take care of his estate. He was smart enough to put everything into a trust to protect me as I'm the sole heiress, but that doesn't matter because I just want my daddy back. 

I know that daddy loved the Lord and believed that Jesus died on the cross for his sins and he was saved. It's very comforting to me knowing that he is with Jesus right now and that one day, I will see him again. Daddy always said that if he died in his sleep with no suffering, "I won." I thank God that daddy didn't suffer at all. 

I won't go into the story of how I found out, but I am so grateful to my best friend of 36 years, Rose Walker, just grabbing the phone from me when the officer told me as daddy lived 2 hours away from me. I'm blessed that I could call my son to have him come over immediately and fill my car up with gas and drive me up to daddy's house with just the clothes on his back and for everybody else who has been so kind to me throughout this hellish nightmare. 

I thank my Heavenly Father for giving me peace and comfort from your prayers, guidance and direction. I thank my Auntie Brenda for helping me. And even though I am going through a divorce right now, I thank my husband for his support as we've both agreed to put the brakes on everything until a later date. My youngest son and youngest daughter (Scott and Bailey) have been so compassionate and I love you for being so selfless and supporting me. You know how much grandpa loved you. 

I ask that you keep my family in your prayers always. This is a long process as I'm having 2 services for him. A memorial will be held in Fairfield where he spent the last 40 years and where I grew up, but the service and burial will be in Pittsburg, Kansas, where his final resting place will be where his parents and brother are. Even though Kansas is 2000 miles away, I know that daddy being with his family is very important to me and especially for my Auntie Brenda as they were very close and she puts flowers on everybody's resting place. I know he will be well taken care of and that brings me a lot of comfort and joy. 

In the meantime, again, I covet your prayers and I'll pop in every now and then during all of this until I have closure for therapeutic reasons to make something to take my mind off of this. 

God heals broken hearts and I know that he will heal mine too. 

Thank you dear readers for your support and prayers.

I miss you daddy and love you so much. I will always be your "Pal."

9 thoughts on “In Memory of William Eugene Blancett”

  1. Cindy, I am so sorry for your loss;  may you take comfort in your faith and memories during this difficult time.  I have been a fan of your work for quite awhile, and will keep you in my thoughts.

  2. Bill was always such a joy to be around. I have only Known h for a few years since he retired from TWA and joined our TWA Ambassadors Club and took on the big job of being Editor and Photogapher of our newsletter called the Tailwinds.  What a wonderful professional job he did in reporting all the news an great photos of our club events etc. Bill was a real gentleman and we are going to miss him so much in our TWAfamily .  Cindy I hope you know you will always be welcome to join us at our many activities throughout the year.   Claude.     AndMay God Bless You and Your Family

  3. Cindy, what a beautiful eulogy. You loved your daddy as I loved mine, he to is gone and I miss him every day. My heart is broken for you, I pray for you and your family, so sorry for your loss. God bless and keep you.

  4. Cindy my prayers go out to you at this time of need.I know the knowledge you have of eternal famlies will give you great comfort.

    Blessing's Jocelan

  5. Cindy I am so sorry for your sudden loss. I lost my Dad 2 1/2 years ago and it still is painful. I too had a wonderful relationship with my Dad and I am certain he is in heaven and a much better place. Such a comforting thought. Give yourself permission to greive and all the time you need to work thru this knowing someday you will meet again.

  6. Cindy, I'm a admired of your work and wanted to give my condolences for the loss of your father. Beautiful eulogy and I can see that you loved him very much.  My thoughts and prayers for you and your family on such a difficult time.

    Hugs,

    Norma

  7. Dear Cindy, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss.  I wish I was close enough to give you a hug! XXXX  What a comfort to know that you will see him again in Heaven with the Lord Jesus!  Until then…..just treasure the wonderful memories he left for you! Take care! Jennifer

  8. I just read your post and I wanted to tell you how sorry I am for your loss.  I pray for strength and comfort for you and for your family.  Know that others are praying for you and keeping you in their thoughts and prayers.

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