Elwood J. Blanton

July 13, 2009

Mr. Elwood J. Blanton, 74, beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2009 at a local hospital.

Elwood was a native and lifelong resident of Bratt, FL, an avid fisherman, hunter, and gardener and he liked classic cars. He was a charter member of the Bratt Ruritan Club, a member of the Brick Masons Union, and a member of the NRA. He was preceded in death by his Parents, Grover and Edna Davis Blanton, and a Sister, Theda Harrell.

Those left to cherish his memories are his loving Wife of 50 years, Ginger Blanton of Bratt, FL; three Sons, Terry and Joan Blanton of Atmore, AL, Eric Blanton of Bratt, FL, and John and Jennifer Blanton of Pace, FL; his Daughter, Dianne and Randy Long of Garcon Point, FL; 5 Grandchildren, Nicholas and Jenny Blanton, Christopher and Mary Long, Cecily Long, Aaron Blanton, and Kyle Blanton; a Brother, Elyan and Carolyn Blanton; and two Sisters, Ouida Wiggins and Rene and Mike Godwin.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with the Rev. R.C. Wiggins officiating.

Burial will follow at Godwin Cemetery.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 14, 2009 between 6:00 and 8:00 P.M. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Glenn Wiggins, Burton Wiggins, Steven Hastings, Kevin Brooks, Judson Fidler, Stephen Blanton, Todd Wiggins, Brad Godwin and Josh Godwin.

Honorary pallbearers will be Harold Hall, Frank Brooks, Jud Fidler, James Biggs, Walter Porz, Mickey Petterson, and Jimmy Bell.

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One Response to “Elwood J. Blanton”

  1. geannie on October 11th, 2009 10:26 am

    If this is the diane blanton that i went to school wth i am very sorry for your loss and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. geannie

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