Willard Nelson Blackburn Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Willard Nelson Blackburn of Greenville, Alabama, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on February 3, 2025 at the age of 81. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Willard Nelson Blackburn to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Stephen Blackburn and Ruth Blackburn; his siblings, Lanny Blackburn, Winston Blackburn and Twynette Raysin; and his brother-in-law Lester Raysin.
He is survived by: his wife Shirley Blackburn; his daughter Tracy Salter (Daniel); his stepdaughters, Patte Giltner and Angie Paradise; his grandchildren, Andrew Salter, Ryan Salter and Elijah Salter; and his sister-in-law Dian Blackburn. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, and other extended family.
Visitation was held on Friday, February 7th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Johnson Funeral Home (218 AL-106, Georgiana, AL 36033). A funeral service was held on Friday, February 7th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the same location. A graveside service was held on Friday, February 7th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the Providence Cemetery (4606 Starlington Rd, Georgiana, AL 36033).