Mannis D. Blanton 81
Of Valdosta, GA passed away Friday morning, February 25, 2005 in South Georgia Medical Center after a short illness. Mr. Blanton remained very active during his retirement. He was born in Berrien County Georgia and lived in Valdosta most of his life. He was the last surviving child of Lattie A. and Onnie M. Brogdon Blanton. Mr. Blanton was preceded in death by his sister Wilma Folsom and Brother Lemmie Blanton. He was a member of Cherry Creek Baptist Church in Lowndes County, GA.
Survivors:
Wife of 58 years: Martha C. Blanton Valdosta, Ga.
2 Sons and Daughter-In-Laws:
Mannis D. Jr. and Gail Blanton Lakeland, Ga.
Jimmy L. and Kathy Blanton Valdosta, Ga.
Grandchildren: Dana B. and Brad Boruff Lakeland, Ga.
Timothy D. and Lori Blanton Lakeland, Ga.
Carmen K. and Tommy Simpson Lakeland, Ga.
Jacob L. Blanton Valdosta, Ga.
Great Grandchildren: Bryce Boruff Lakeland, Ga.
Mary Elizabeth Simpson Lakeland, Ga.
Funeral service were held 11:00 A.M. Monday, February 28, 2005 in the Cherry Creek Baptist Church. Burial followed in Burnt Church Cemetery near Lakeland, Ga.
Music Funeral Services of Lakeland will be serving the Blanton family.