Alicia Orta Blanchard

1945 ∼ 2024

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Alicia Orta Blanchard, 79, of Orange, Texas, passed away on July 1, 2024, peacefully at home.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Friday, July 5, 2024, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Antony Paulose. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange.

Visitation will begin prior to the service at 9:00 a.m., Friday, July 5, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with a Rosary to begin at 10:00 a.m.

Born in Orange, Texas, on March 12, 1945, she was the daughter of Martin M. Orta and Carmen (Fernandez) Orta. Alicia will be dearly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know her. Having dedicated 20 years of her life to Brown Aid Center before retirement, Alicia made a lasting impact not only through career but also through her warm and caring personality. Remembered fondly for always keeping in touch with her family and ensuring everyone felt special and cared for, she truly embodied the role of matriarch with her sweet spirit. Alicia's love for flowers and gardening brought beauty to the world around her, while her talent for baking brought joy to those lucky enough to taste her creations. She found solace and strength in her faith as a devout Catholic and as a proud member of St. Mary Catholic Church. Although she may no longer be present with us physically, Alicia's legacy of love and kindness will continue to live on in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Carmen Orta; daughter, Tammy Gist; siblings, Felix Orta, Rosita Reid, Beatrice Chesson, Martin Orta, Peter Orta, and Carmen Huckaby; and nephew, Neil Ayers.

She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Elvin Blanchard. She is also survived by her siblings, Raul Orta, Mary Grimes, Alejandro Orta, and Bobby Orta; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and other cherished family and friends.

Serving as pallbearers will be Bobby Orta, Jr., Benjamin Orta, Dallas Wayne Orta, Jimmy Johnny Grimes, Jr., Derrick Bufford, and James Grimes. Honorary Pallbearers will be James Wilkerson, Lynn Buker, Ryan Bell, Jason Ayers, Jeff Koob, Nickolas Ayers, Cruz Orta, Matthew Buker, Mike Chesson, and Cody DeRoche.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Mary Catholic School at 2600 Bob Hall Rd, Orange, Texas 77630.

Condolences

Robin/Tommy Lamprecht July 7, 2024

Prayers and Condolences to Alicia's family. I had the honor of working with Alicia at Brown Hearing Aid for nine years. She and I texted each and every day for the last 8 years. She was my rock when I was caregiver for my own Mom for several years. She's been my rock since she passed. I considered Alicia (Momma) my third Mom! She was so sweet and giving of herself to my husband, Mom and I for 32 years. There will NEVER be another person like her. We all will sorely miss her! We'll forever LOVE her!

isabel birk July 4, 2024

isabel birk has purchased Eco-Friendly Memorial Trees for Alicia Blanchard

Patrick, Nikki, Reaux & Brooks July 3, 2024

Patrick, Nikki, Reaux & Brooks has purchased Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum Peace Lily for Alicia Blanchard

Rita nd Larry Bourliea July 3, 2024

Alicia was one of God’s beautiful 💐. Her lovely smile and hug were priceless. She showed selfless love to my parents and our family. We will miss her so very much. Prayers go Elvin and her family. With our love and blessings.

Cherrice smith July 3, 2024

I met Alice in Jr. High and then worked with her for 15 year. In those 15 years I never heard her an unkind word. She was always such a sweet person.

June July 3, 2024

Tia!! You will never know how you made me feel as a kid and an adult made me feel! I cherish our chats back and forth via text and phone conversations!! I hate that we never got to have our Sunday lunch at Texas Road house that we talked about! I feel so blessed to be your niece and I know that we will see you again! I love you always!! Uncle Elvin!! My heart aches for you!! You are in my prayers for the strength and comfort that only God can give you! I love you!

Christie, Lisa, Paul and Jessie Romero July 3, 2024

Mr. Blanchard I am so sorry to hear the passing of Mrs Blanchard. You both were like our 2nd parents to our family and we love you both so very much. Mrs. Blanchard will be missed, but we were blessed to have her in our lives. Continued prayers for you and the family.

Love Glen and Karl July 3, 2024

Love Glen and Karl has purchased Divine Peace for Alicia Blanchard

Glen A. Blanchard and Karl R. Walters July 3, 2024

Every holiday I would get a text from Aunt Alice wishing Karl and I a happy holiday wherever we might be at the time. Living in Washington, it was always a delight to hear from her and know they were both thinking of us and doing well. She was a wonderful person and will be missed by all who had the pleasure and privilege of knowing her.

Sandra Grissom July 3, 2024

Whenever I would run into Alice and Elvin somewhere in Orange, they were so cheerful and loving. I knew them through family connections but I don't think that would have made a difference. Alice was cheerful and loving to all, I suspect.

Paul Romero July 3, 2024

Mrs Blanchard was one of the most kind, caring , and loving not only to her family, but her friends as well. She was sure loved and cherished by the Romero family. God is certainly getting a beautiful angel.RIP Mrs. Blanchard.!!!