Donald Blackford Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Donald Blackford of Danville, Illinois, whose life came to an end on November 22, 2025 at the age of 99, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Donald Blackford to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William J Blackford and Bess Blackford (Farnsworth); his wife Kathryn Blackford; and his daughter Laurie Malone. He is survived by: his children, James Blackford of Danville, Susan Blackford of Milwaukee, WI and Donna Stewart (Ron) of Ridge Farm; his grandchildren, Travis Cunningham (Mandy), Jessica Hagley (James), Stephen Blackford (Beth), Eric Blackford (Kayla) and Melissa Osborne (Victor); his great grandchildren, Alex Hagley, Katie Hagley, Lucas Hagley, Brenden Cunningham, Rycelyn Cunningham, Isaac Blackford, Emmett Osborne and Parker Blackford; and his close friend Kim Olds.