Blanche was born in Chilliwack, living most of her life in New Westminster, where she met and later married Michael Pertch on Dec 12, 1936. Blanche always loved being "where the action" was. Just before the provincial election of 1952, she joined the Social Credit party and became an active member, but gave up politics in 1991. That same year she and Mike moved to Qualicum Beach to be near family members. She enjoyed going to church, particularly when they played "the old hymns." She loved music and picking out tunes by ear on the piano. Keeping in touch with her family and friends was an important part of her life. Gardening was her passion, and even after she lost her eyesight to macular degeneration she could be seen bending down to find the weeds by touch alone. Blanche will be remembered for her laughter, her kindness and generosity of spirit. Her deep faith sustained her throughout her life, and she never felt alone because of it. She was predeceased by her husband Mike in 2000 and is survived by her son Larry (Noella), daughter, Sydney Preston, granddaughter Theresa, grandson, Darren (Karleen) and three great-grandchildren; Christopher, Caitlyn and Jesse. SERVICES Memorial Service Thursday November 28, 2013 2:00 PM Qualicum Beach Community Baptist Church 600 Beach Road Qualicum Beach, British Columbia V9K 1K7