Byron Keith Blackwell Obituary
The passing of Byron Keith Blackwell of OFallon, Illinois, born in East Saint Louis, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on April 18, 2026 at the age of 61. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his siblings, Yolanda Walker, Franklin Blackwell, Henry, LaVonnie Nettles-Armstrong, Stacey Nettles, Linda Kennel, Ronnie Henderson and Wendell Henderson.
He is survived by: his wife Angela Blackwell; his mother Clara Henderson; his children, Byron Blackwell, Jr., Raihjhu Blackwell, Ky'Eisha Wood (Antonio), Derrick, Endia, Derika and Darius Moore; his grandchildren, Aiyuana Glen of Jaliyah Burris, RJ, Derundrae, Raheim Blackwell, Avery Wood, Denim Moore and Ace Adolph; and his siblings, Veldrena Blackwell, Timothy Blackwell, Rhonda Blackwell, Adrienne Woodberry (D'Angelo), Ryan, Joe Willie Henderson, Michael Nettles, Sr. (Michelle), Myra Nettles, Moses McAfee, Jr. (Katina), Louise McAfee, Donald McAfee (Pondella), Christine McAfee-Banks (Paul) and Phyllis Shanklin. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, aunts, cousins, extended family members and dear lifelong friends.
Visitation was held on Monday, April 27th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Book Hotel Calvary Missionary Baptist Church (801 50th St, Cahokia Heights, IL 62207). A funeral service was held on Monday, April 27th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Tuesday, April 28th 2026 at 8:30 AM and from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
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