Janet Carolyn Blackburn, 84, of Merriam Woods, Mo., left this life June 14, 2019. She entered this life Jan. 29, 1935, in Houston, Mo., the daughter of Manuel and Myrtle (Cole) Dawson.
Her parents have preceded her in death. She was joined in marriage July 9, 1954, to Edwin Asay Blackburn.
Janet was one who was always thinking of others. She made afghans to give to other people. Janet enjoyed cross stitching and doing crossword puzzles. Her life was simple but full and she will be remembered in the memories of the many she touched.
Janet is survived by her husband of 65 years, Edwin Blackburn of the home; son, Dennis (Diana Kay) Blackburn of Houston, Mo.; daughter, Nancy Carolyn Blackburn of Merriam Woods, Mo.; and grandson, Dustin Edwin Blackburn.
A celebration of Janet’s life is 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, 2019, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 224 Church Road, Branson, Mo., with Bishop Ryan Sorensen officiating. A graveside service is 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, 2019, in Oak Hill Cemetery in Houston, Mo., with Bishop Jake Vonallmen officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to Preferred Hospice at 5340 N Town Centre Dr., Ozark, Mo., 65721 or Pointe Lookout Nursing and Rehab at 11103 Historic Hwy 165, Hollister, Mo., 65672.
Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Cremations of the Ozarks. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.cremationsoftheozarks.com.
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