Richard BRUCE Blackburn Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Richard BRUCE Blackburn of Bascom, Florida, born in Donalsonville, Georgia, whose life came to an end on May 13, 2026 at the age of 62, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard BRUCE Blackburn to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Lamar Blackburn and Peggy Jordan Blackburn. He is survived by: his wife Paula Peterson Blackburn of Bascom, FL; his brothers, Rusty Blackburn of Bascom, FL and Scott Blackburn of Bascom, FL; his nephews, Trevor Blackburn and Seth Blackburn; his great-nephew Rhyatt Blackburn; and his aunts and uncles, Linda Blackburn of Donalsonville, GA, Nina Pritchard (Don) of Donalsonville, GA, Larry Blackburn of Donalsonville, GA. and Rob Blackburn (Gloria) of Donalsonville, GA.. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 18th 2026 at 7:00 PM at the Chapel of Evans-Skipper Funeral Home (909 S Tennille Ave, Donalsonville, GA 39845).
In lieu of flowers the family ask to make donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
