COLUMBUS
Robert L. Blanton, 74, of Columbus, passed away at 8:58 a.m. Sunday, May 27, 1018 at Columbus Regional Hospital.
Robert was born January 27, 1944, in Somerset, Kentucky, the son of Clyde and Gertrude Besley Blanton.
He married Paula Ann Parkerson on February 16, 1982.
Survivors include his wife of 36 years, Paula Ann; children, Teresa (Rick) Burton of Edinburgh, Marcia (Millard) Johns of Anderson, Robert (Michelle) Blanton of Indianapolis, Chris (Prentice Simpkins, Jr.) Blanton of Texas, David M. Sexton of Mooresville, Mary (Scotty Snyder) Sexton of Dayton, Ohio, Sherry R. Sexton of Arizona; brother, Paul Blanton of California; sisters, Brenda Blanton of Florida, Joyce (Jim) Richie of S.C.; several nieces and nephews.
Mr. Blanton was preceded is death by his parents; daughter, Tammy Johnson; sister, Faye Cheshire and son, David Blanton.
In keeping with the family’s wishes, cremation will take place and there are no services planned at this time.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.
Online condolences and special memories may be shared with Robert’s family at barkesweaverglick.com.
Arrangements entrusted to Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Home.
