John C. Blackburn Sr. Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to John C. Blackburn Sr. of Elyria, Ohio, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. John left this world on February 7, 2025 at the age of 91, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John C. Blackburn Sr. to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Sherwood and Quellie; and his siblings, Gladia Thacker, Shirley Milligan, Bruce and Lon Blackburn.

He is survived by: his spouse Shirley Marvell; his son John C. Blackburn, Jr.; and his grandchildren, Dana, John, Anna, Craig, Erin, Vanessa, Francesca, Sean, Rachel and Correy. He is also survived by 21 great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home

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Feb 12

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Laubenthal Mercado Funeral Home
38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Elyria, OH 44035

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Feb 12

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38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Elyria, OH 44035

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Feb 13

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38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Elyria, OH 44035

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Feb 13

Mass of Christian Burial

Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
41295 N Ridge Rd, Elyria, OH 44035

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