William Isaac Blanton Jr.

William Isaac Blanton, Jr., 88, passed away on November 24, 2019 at his home. Born August 9, 1931 in Greensboro, North Carolina, he was the son of William Isaac Blanton, Sr. and Marilyn C. (Copeland) Blanton. William was a proud retired Lt. Colonel, serving in the U. S. Air Force for twenty-eight years. He was an avid outdoorsman, he loved camping, fishing, hiking, skiing (Cross-Country and Downhill), and also loved traveling. William was a gifted gardener and grew many types of vegetables. Preceding him in death were his parents, William Sr. and Marilyn Blanton. Survivors include his wife Shirley (Hart) Blanton of the home; 1 son, Reed Blanton of California; two daughters, Jackie Emery of California; and Yolanda Weaver of Midwest City, Oklahoma; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be announced at a later time.