MONROE – James Michael Blackwell, 71, formerly of Jefferson, entered into rest Wednesday, May 18, 2016.
Mr. Blackwell was born in Jefferson, the son of the late James Curtis Blackwell and Elizabeth Ricks Blackwell. He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force and was a retired manager with United Parcel Service.
Survivors include his wife, Linda Davis of Monroe; children, Tamara Waddell, Jefferson, and Dena Free, Clarkesville; grandchildren, Kaylea and Tanner Waddell, Jefferson, and Lillie and Hayes Free, Clarkesville; great-grandson, Parker Dean, Jefferson; along with several cousins and many friends.
The family will receive friends Saturday, June 11, from 12 to 4 p.m., at Walnut Hill Farms, 1960 Jett Roberts Road, Jefferson, Georgia. Please dress in a casual manner.
Memorials may be made to the Georgia Sheriff’s Youth Homes, P.O. Box 1000, Stockbridge, Georgia 30281.
Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson, is in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences at www.evansfuneralhomeinc.com