Rea "Ray" Blackburn was born May 18, 1952, to Clair and Kathryn (Gist) Blackburn in Lovell, WY.
Rea filled his life with serving others. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, spent countless hours serving with the American Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, and many other community organizations. Many might recognize him from his time as Santa Claus at the Council Bluffs Bass Pro Shop. He loved bringing smiles to the faces of others and remembering the reason for the season.
Preceded by:
Father: Clair Blackburn
Mother: Kathryn Blackburn
Brothers: Rex Blackburn and Robert Blackburn
Survived by:
Wife of 48 years: Quella "Karleen"
Children: Kristina Blackburn, Suzanne Blackburn, KarieAnn (Jason) Shadley, Matthew Blackburn, James (Christa) Blackburn, Peter (Daina) Blackburn, Meagan Blackburn, Bethany Blackburn, Wayne (Marina) Blackburn
Brother: Larry Blackburn
A host of other family and friends.
Hoy Kilnoski Funeral Home
Rea "Ray" Blackburn was born May 18, 1952, to Clair and Kathryn (Gist) Blackburn in Lovell, WY.
Rea filled his life with serving others. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, spent countless hours serving with the American Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, and many other community organizations. Many might recognize him from his time as Santa Claus at the Council Bluffs Bass Pro Shop. He loved bringing smiles to the faces of others and remembering the reason for the season.
Preceded by:
Father: Clair Blackburn
Mother: Kathryn Blackburn
Brothers: Rex Blackburn and Robert Blackburn
Survived by:
Wife of 48 years: Quella "Karleen"
Children: Kristina Blackburn, Suzanne Blackburn, KarieAnn (Jason) Shadley, Matthew Blackburn, James (Christa) Blackburn, Peter (Daina) Blackburn, Meagan Blackburn, Bethany Blackburn, Wayne (Marina) Blackburn
Brother: Larry Blackburn
A host of other family and friends.
Hoy Kilnoski Funeral Home
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