Virginia M. (Graham) Blanchet's Obituary
Virginia M. Blanchet (Graham), 79, long time resident of Methuen, MA, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at her son’s home in Rhode Island, with her cherished family by her bedside.
Born in Lawrence, MA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph W. and Bernice L. (Ashworth) Graham. She was a graduate of Tenney High School, Class of 1963, as well as NECCO, Class of 1980, where she obtained her Associated Degree.
Virginia “Ginger” lived a fulfilled life. She enjoyed spending time with her beloved family, crafting and playing bingo. Additionally, she enjoyed gardening. She was always willing to lend a helping hand and loved to make people laugh.
Virginia will be so greatly missed and lovingly remembered by her son, Brandon Blanchet and his wife, Pam of Woonsocket, RI, daughter, Melanie Blanchet of Methuen, MA, four grandchildren, Nicholas, Taryn, Ethan, and Emma, sister, Bernice Pellerin of Methuen, former husband, Paul Blanchet, as well as many nieces and nephews. Virginia was predeceased by her sister, Patricia Longdin.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to calling hoursfrom 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home, 233 Lawrence St. Methuen, MA. A Funeral Service for Virginia will follow at 12:00 PM in the funeral home. Burial will take place at a later date.
The Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home is honored to serve the Blanchet family.
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