Richard J. Blinkhorn Obituary
We bid farewell to Richard J. Blinkhorn of Cheraw, South Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 19, 2025 at the age of 95. Richard touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John O. Blinkhorn and Blondine Blinkhorn; his former wife Frances Basquin Blinkhorn; and his son Charles Arthur Blinkhorn. He is survived by: his children, Jayne S. Ross, Dr. Richard J. and Maria Blinkhorn; his wife Olivia Blinkhorn; and his children, Elaine, Ronald Cupp, Robert, Debbie Blinkhorn, David and Karen Blinkhorn. He is also survived by three children and two grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to organizations in Cheraw that were meaningful to Dick. Donations can be directed to the Cheraw Recreation Center, PO BOX 219, Cheraw, SC 29520; St. Peter's Catholic Church, 602 Market Street, Cheraw, SC 29520; and the Lions Club Food Bank, C/O Ann Bennett, 202 Poplar Street, Cheraw, SC 29520.
