Juan Andres Blanco

Juan Andres Blanco, 76, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, at Emory Hospital in Decatur, Georgia. He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Lynn; his daughter, Teresa (Tesi); his son, John Andrew (Andy), and daughter-in-law, Monica; and his two cherished grandchildren, John and Charlie Blanco.

Born on August 18, 1949, in the Vedado neighborhood of Havana, Cuba, Juan’s early life was shaped by the Cuban Revolution, which led his family to immigrate to the United States in the early 1960s. They ultimately settled in Birmingham, Alabama, where Juan met his future wife, Lynn, at Hemphill Elementary School and they continued their schooling together through West End high school.

Juan earned his degree in Engineering from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and spent 44 years with Southern Company Services. He was known throughout his career for his integrity, authenticity, and reliability—qualities that defined both his professional and personal life. Juan and Lynn were married on August 13, 1971, and in 2016 they moved to Johns Creek, Georgia, to be closer to their children and grandchildren.

Above all else, Juan’s life was defined by his devotion to his family. He was a loving husband, a loving and thoughtful father, and a deeply proud grandfather. Always available and unfailingly present, Juan offered guidance, encouragement, and care to those he loved, placing their needs and happiness above his own.

Juan found peace and joy at the beach, where he loved spending time with his family, watching the waves roll onto the white sands—memories that echoed those of Cuba from his childhood. In Georgia, he also found community through the Peachtree Miata Club, enjoying weekend drives through the North Georgia mountains and the friendships that came with them.

Juan’s passing leaves a profound void in the lives of all who knew and loved him. His legacy lives on through the family he cherished so deeply, the values he embodied, and the quiet strength with which he lived his life. He was preceded in death by his mother, Berta Obana; his father, Andres Ferreiro Blanco; and his sister, Berta Teresa Blanco McGuire.