He was born to his late parents, Sidney and Nettie Blanchard in New Orleans, LA. on April 22, 1933. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, traveling, woodworking, electrical, and was known as the "Peanut Man". He was a Jack of all Trades. He loved attending Bluegrass Festivals all across the country. He loved his family; especially his grandchildren.
He is survived by his two sons, Daniel "JR" Blanchard, Jr. and wife Becky of Moss Bluff, Sidney Blanchard and wife Kim of Westlake; three daughters, Pam Whitsitt of DeRidder, Peggy Tompkins of Bossier City, LA, Jo Beth Talbot and husband Michael of Moss Bluff; two brothers, Butch Racca and wife Anne, Jerry Racca and wife Lisa; three sisters, Annette McPayne and husband Owens, Jannette Fleming and husband Keith, Darlene Areno and husband Norman; six grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren.
Danny is preceded in death by his wives, Joyce Granger, Gene Toups, Rhe White; one brother, Jack Blanchard; along with one sister, Judy Anderson.
Services will be held at 10:00am at Hixson Funeral Home of Westlake on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 with Bro. Wayne Blanchard officiating. Visitation will be at Hixson Funeral Home of Westlake on Monday, February 11, 2019 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Visitation will resume at the funeral home on Tuesday, from 8:00am until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Magnolia Cemetery in Westlake. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.