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Blanche Mae (Horn) Shirey

June 22, 1928 — November 10, 2024

Blanche Mae (Horn) Shirey, who graced this world with her unwavering love and nurturing spirit, passed away peacefully on November 10 2024, in Natchitoches, LA, at the age of 96. Born on June 22, 1928, in Natchitoches to L.D. Horn and Fannie Mitchell, Blanche’s life was a beautiful tapestry woven with family, devotion, and the simple joys of homemaking.

Blanche poured her heart into her family, proudly serving as a dedicated homemaker for many years. Her culinary skills were legendary; she possessed an extraordinary talent for cooking, able to estimate just the right amount needed for any gathering, ensuring no guest left hungry.

Blanche shared a profound bond with her husband, Leroy Shirey, Sr. Together, they would have celebrated 59 years of marriage on November 12th, a testament to their enduring partnership and devotion. She is survived by her beloved husband, Leroy Shirey, Sr., sons, Leroy Shirey, Jr., Bill Rule, and Dennis Rule, granddaughter, Gabrielle Shirey, and her grandson, Dustin Shirey. 

A graveside service will be held at 12:30 pm on Friday, November 15, 2024 at Coldwater Cemetery in Hagewood, LA. The family will receive friends from 10 am until 12 pm at Blanchard-St. Denis on Friday, November 15th . 


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Visitation

Friday, November 15, 2024

10:00am - 12:00 pm (Central time)

Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home

848 Keyser Ave, Natchitoches, LA 71457

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Graveside Service

Friday, November 15, 2024

12:30 - 1:30 pm (Central time)

Coldwater Baptist Church Cemetery

6558 LA-6, Natchitoches, LA 71457

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