Condolences
Saturday
28
September
Celebration Of Life For Mark Blanchard
2:00 pm
Saturday, September 28, 2024
The Garden Room, KC Irving Environmental Science Centre Acadia University
32 University Ave.
Wolfville, Nova Scotia, Canada
Watch the event via live stream:
https://www.youtube.com/live/4vlDomvSFDI?si=OMOQots-0wCjD0f5
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Or to view Mark's service, please click on the link "Memorial Video" to the left of the memorial page, or view below the obituary
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Cindy Pom posted a condolence
Sunday, October 27, 2024
I had the privilege of learning from Mark during my time at Global News in Toronto. His intelligence and knack for making things happen were unmatched—he always knew exactly where to set up for the perfect shot and could get a signal when other crews couldn’t. Mark was consistently ten steps ahead.
When I debated a move overseas, Mark was incredibly supportive, encouraging me to take that leap. He even provided me with some gear to help me start as a freelance correspondent in Europe. His encouragement helped me achieve my dream. Mark was kind and generous and gave without expecting anything in return.
Thank you, Mark. You’ll be forever missed.
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Barry posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Carrie and family,so sorry for hearing the passing of Mark.
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Lara Barcelos & Family lit a candle
Monday, July 22, 2024
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Lara Barcelos posted a condolence
Monday, July 22, 2024
Dearest Carrie, Alex and Emma,
Duarte and I are holding you close to our hearts and hope that these
few words I write can comfort you a little and fill you with precious memories
of your Mark. Duarte and I really wish we could have been lucky enough
to spend more timing getting to know Mark and the wonderful guy that he was.
Duarte would have loved to talk politics with him and we would have both
loved to hear about his remarkable work and travel adventures, and
experience his great sense of humour! We're grateful for all the huge
news stories that he brought to us through his tremendous, hard work
and talents.
We will be with you and all the family in thought and prayer when you celebrate Mark's life on Sept 28th, we are sorry that we can't be there in person.
With all our love and warmest sympathy,
Lara, Duarte, Charlie, Jackson & Louie XOXOXOXOXO
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Paul and Colleen Hulan posted a condolence
Saturday, July 13, 2024
Carrie, Alex, Emma and family. We send our sincerest sympathies to you all. Mark sounds like an amazing individual from your beautifully written words. Sending you a virtual hug.
Paul and Colleen.
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Beth and Dan Pope posted a condolence
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Carrie and family, we are so very saddened to hear of the loss of Mark. Your words describe Mark as one amazing guy who had it all together, keep you precious memories close to heart as you move forward at this most difficult time. Sending you our sincere condolences and a very huge hug.❤️
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Cathy Muldoon posted a condolence
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Carrie and family:My deepest sympathy on the sudden passing of Mark.His life well lived will be a source of comfort in the process of your grief.My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
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Agasel posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Mark, it was amazing working with you. Having you handle all those tasks in the field was of great assurance to us working in the Media Centre. Condolences to your family. You are greatly missed.
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Mary Collins posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
I worked with Mark many years ago at Canada Am, and was delighted to meet up with him again a while back in Georgeville, Quebec. As a fellow Nova Scotian, we always had a good laugh together, and I so enjoyed his spirit and sense of joy found even in the news business. I’m sure he is deeply missed.
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Pam Vair posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
We are very saddened to hear of Mark’s passing. Our deepest sympathies to all the family, may your cherished memories help ease this difficult time.
Pam and Bob
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Joan Melanson posted a condolence
Sunday, July 7, 2024
Dear Naomi, Carrie, Fleur and families,
My deepest condolences in this difficult time. I have many good memories of Mark from both his childhood and later - with his own children and of course, his successful journalism career. I hope your own memories offer you comfort as you grieve. I will see you in September for Mark's celebration of life.
Much love from Joan, Bruno,Joseita and Adriano
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Brent Marshall posted a condolence
Sunday, July 7, 2024
Naomi, Fleur and families, my deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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Kathryn Hull posted a condolence
Sunday, July 7, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Mark‘s passing. I knew him a little when he was a teenager. I remember him best at home with Naomi and Fleur. The air was always filled with warmth, welcome, and witty conversation. Mark, or Jol as I knew him, was generally very quiet, except for that one cutting remark that would cause gales of laughter. I haven’t seen him since those days but I was not surprised to read about the full, adventurous, and interesting life that he led. I know he will be deeply missed. My thoughts are with you all.
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kimberley smolenaars posted a condolence
Sunday, July 7, 2024
My daughter Lucy and I got to know Mark through her friendship with Emma and my friendship with Carrie . I didn't really know what he did for work, except that he worked behind the scenes to make news reporting happen, and often travelled to really interesting places and world events . It has been wonderful to read about how he supported his work colleagues and his pivotal role in this industry .
I will remember him primarily as Emma's Dad and Carrie's husband.
As Emma's Dad he supported her interests, challenged her to think outside the box, and to take risks. He was incredibly proud of her. As Carrie's husband, it was very obvious that he adored and cared deeply for her through his actions and words. With their hectic schedules they prioritized time with each other. They had so much fun and laughter together - and so much love. He was such a good, good man. I wish there had been more time for me to get to know him better. I'm thankful that I can say that I knew him.
For Naomi, I am so sad that you have lost your son . You are the person who encouraged his interests and provided him with opportunities to pursue his passions. You nurtured him and influenced him to be the kind, hard- working, caring and highly motivated person that he became! There is no name or term for a mother who loses a child. Perhaps that is because it's not the natural order of life. Losing a child of any age, is completely devastating.
Naomi, Carrie, Emma, Alex, Fleur and extended family, we offer you our most sincere condolences .
Kimberley and Lucy,
Grace, Abi and Charlie Smolenaars
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David and Allison Weagle posted a condolence
Saturday, July 6, 2024
Sincere condolences and sympathy to Carrie and her family. Will remember the good times.
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Ina Amirault posted a condolence
Saturday, July 6, 2024
To Naomi and family,
So sorry to read of Mark’s passing.
Please accept my condolences.
Ina
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Patricia Davis posted a condolence
Saturday, July 6, 2024
Dear Carrie, It is with great sadness that we received the news of Mark's passing. Please know that our thoughts and love are with you in this time of sorrow. Love to you and your entire family.
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Crystal Goomansingh posted a condolence
Saturday, July 6, 2024
I truly can’t find any words that I feel can offer any real comfort. You lost a husband and dad far too soon. His laugh, smile, and dedication will never be forgotten.
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Janelle Taylor posted a condolence
Friday, July 5, 2024
Our family are deeply saddened by Mark's passing
for him, for his dear wife, and 2 beautiful children. We hope to help you all during this time of grief through our friendship, compassion and care.
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Dominic Cameron posted a condolence
Friday, July 5, 2024
I first met Mark sitting on the bleachers watching our sons play basketball together in grade 8, I always wondered why he was always on his phone, I had no idea what he did and didn’t realize he was working and doing important stuff! Covid hit, and Mark’s son Alex practically spent every weekend at my house, with “ the basement dwellers”, a group of friends navigating the new norm but staying connected with their steady group of 10. For high school graduation, the families of the “basement dwellers” all went to the Dominican together, to celebrate our children on March Break. This is when I got to KNOW Mark. What a wonderful week we had, and I appreciated Mark delivering beverages to us whenever he got one for himself, and his sense of humour. Our sons are very close, they worked together painting houses the summer of 2023, and it was my son’s turn to spend many nights in Mark and Carrie’s basement. My son Ryland appreciated Mark’s humour and intelligence. I once told Carrie after the trip “ I had clearly pegged Mark wrong”, and she replied “ He’s often underestimated”. In the short time we knew Mark, he certainly made his mark. We are still is shock of the news of his passing. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Carrie, Alex and Emma and the rest of his family. We hope you find comfort in stories, memories, and the impact he made on this planet. Much love, Dom, Matt, and Ryland.
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Friday, July 5, 2024
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Rest in peace my friend. If you can get us a live connection to wherever you are that would be amazing! Part of me thinks you're working on it. I hope you know how much we appreciated you Mark. My love to your family.
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Shelley Steeves posted a condolence
Friday, July 5, 2024
My deepest condolences to Mark's family and friends. He was such a kind soul and helped me immensely in embracing a new chapter in my career as I navigated shooting my own stories in the brave new world of iphones. The way he embraced new technologies and challenges and changes in the industry was inspiring. He was always sending news gathering tips and videos and was always ready and willing to help. I will miss shopping for sugar free food and peanut butter in the field. I still cannot believe he shipped me two jars via Purolator. Oh wait, yes I can, cause that was Mark - thoughtful and brilliant beyond measure. The last time I saw him was in Saint John where I got to meet his son. What a fine young man just like his dad. He is greatly missed.
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Melissa Ridgen posted a condolence
Friday, July 5, 2024
My heart goes out the many friends and loved ones who adored Mark. I only had the occasion to meet him once in my 1.5 years here at Global and he was such a gem of a human and powerhouse of a resource guy.
The many Blanchie stories I've heard are mindblowing and I'd said to him, I hope a book of his career exploits is planned when he retires. Maybe even a screenplay. Being so humble, he brushed it off like he's not the legend we all know him to be.
Tobacco down, prayers up for his journey to the spirt world where he'll undoubtedly be embraced by those who've gone before him.
Prayers of comfort too for those he leaves behind to grieve this immense loss.
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Erica Easton posted a condolence
Friday, July 5, 2024
Sending our deepest condolences to you, Alex, and Emma for this tragic sudden loss of your beloved Mark. We loved the time we had to getting to know Mark.
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