M.P. Blackburn

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Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
508 Plaza St.
West Helena, AR  72390
Thursday, February 12, 2015
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
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Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
508 Plaza Street
West Helena, AR  72390
Thursday, February 12, 2015
1:00 p.m.
Cemetery
Sunset Memorial Park
5783 Hwy 49
West Helena, AR  72390
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Arkansas Children's Hospital
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR  72202


St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital
501 St. Jude Place
Memphis, TN  38105
M.P. BlackburnI am a Veteran.

of Benton, AR

June 20, 1944 - February 9, 2015

M.P. Blackburn, age 70, of Benton, Arkansas passed away Monday, February 9, 2015 at Little Rock, Arkansas. Mr. Blackburn was born June 20, 1944 at Red Bay, Alabama to the late William Howard Blackburn and the late Artie Knight Blackburn.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda Tilley Blackburn; one son, Brian Keith Blackburn (Jerri) of Hot Springs, Arkansas; one granddaughter, Sarah Blackburn; two sisters, Louise Couch of Paragould, Arkansas and Jean Rogers of Saches, Texas; two brothers, Winford Lee Blackburn of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas and Arnold Keith Blackburn of Hot Springs; nephew, Chris Blackburn; and a host of other family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Wilford Blackburn.

A service for M.P. Blackburn will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, February 12, 2015 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Visitation will be prior to the service from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena. Brother Jim Harrison will officiate.

Pallbearers are Mark Knight, Lee Blackburn, John Dyess, Jerry McGrew, Brad Blackburn and Casey Blackburn. Honorary pallbearers are Griffin Christine and Vaughn Knight.

Memorials may be made to Arkansas Children's Hospital or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.

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28 Condolence(s)
JESS IVY
MARIANNA, AR
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Thursday, July 30, 2015

SORRY FOR YOUR LOST

Sue Walker Rawls
Cordova,
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Monday, April 13, 2015

So very sorry and shocked . I just became aware of his passing while on Facebook. He was one of my friends when we were much younger.never got around to chat with him on line.God bless his family,my prayers are with you

jody herlein
cherokee village, AR
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Tuesday, February 24, 2015

met mp in 1968 when we moved back to Helena.He helped me in track running the hurdles.Tried to beat his record but could not come close.What a great athlete and fine man.God Bless

Illa M. Miller
Rochelle, IL
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Monday, February 16, 2015

I was a classmate of MP's, I am so sorry for you loss. Your family is in our prayers. May God bless you and comfort you all.

Marilyn Killett
Denham Springs, LA
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Monday, February 16, 2015

Our prayers are with the Blackburn family. Larry and I have fond memories of a nice guy who was a friend to all. Such a sweet smile and kind heart.

jim mayer
baton rouge, LA
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Monday, February 16, 2015

You are in our thoughts and prayers Jim Mayer & familoy

Clois and Doris Perkins
North Little Rock,
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Sunday, February 15, 2015

Blackburn family. So sorry we could not be there with you. Could not get off work. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Have some fun memories of all of you. Yall were a big part of our growing up years. Love yall

Jason James
Benton,
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Friday, February 13, 2015

M.P., you will be missed. I have a lot of fond memories cutting up with you at the office. You were a witty man! May God keep you! Rest in Peace my friend.

Robert Dollar
WestMemphis, AR
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Thursday, February 12, 2015

To Blackburn family sorry for the loss M P was fine guy hate to see the good leave . May God be with yall.

Bill lawrence
Russellville,
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

Played in college and lived in dorm with MP great teammate never forget the TD against Southern State. Sorry for the families loss. Nothing more Evil than a damn Bollweevil

Ernestine Marcum
Memphis, TN
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

So sorry for you loss. Prayers for the family.

Renee Arko
Ferndale, WA
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

Knew Mp In Germany in the early 70's. Skiing was one thing we had in common. He was a fun loving person. So sorry for your loss. We reconnected on Facebook a few years ago.I will be there in spirit as his Service tomorrow.

Winford Blackburn
Hot Springs Village, AR
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

Will miss my Brother very much.

Winford Blackburn
Hot Springs Village, AR
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

Will missmy Brother very much.

Arlie King
Sunrise Beach, MO
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

RIP MP. You were a class act!

Barbara Wheeler Stambaugh
Bowling Green, KY
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

To the family of M P,
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of MP. He was a wonderful man and was loved by so many. I remember everyone always talking about great a football player he was for Central. My heart goes out to his family as I know that they all have their own special loving memories of him. My prayer is that the Lord wraps His loving arms around each of you at this most difficult time and gives each of you the strength and comfort that you need at this time. I also pray that the Lord watches over each of you for the coming days and weeks and months and His love surrounds each of you with Beautiful memories. Heaven is a brighter place because MP is Home. Love to all

Donna Stewart
Fayetteville, AR
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

So many memories of M.P. Those of us who remember him will agree that he was a powerhouse of a person! He worked hard, and overcame many obstacles in his life. He was successful as an adult, and even as a young teen-age. You've got to admire that! His family is in my thoughts and prayers, because I know that he was so important in their lives, and they in his. You can take a deep breath now, M.P. and rest well knucklehead....

leland sullivan
dn370up,
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

I just wish I could be there you don't think of time until you become our age.
Regards,
Leland Sullivan

Suzanne Brown White
McGehee, AR
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

To the entire Blackburn family:

I am so very sorry for your loss. I know I speak for the Brown family in saying what wonderful memories we have of M. P. and what a great person he was. Growing up with all of you on 12th street has left us with many smiling moments. God bless you all for you have suffered quite the loss.

John Jaynes
Camden, SC
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

.I.P. old friend. I'll never forget you or the good times we had with the 7th Corps baseball team in Germany.

Stephanie/ Joe Murphy
Hot Springs,
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

So sad to learn of MP's passing. We are keeping the Blackburn family in our prayers and may God comfort yall in your time of grief. Stephanie/ Joe Murphy and the Hill Family.

Phil Davis
Farmington, AR
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

MP was my football coach at Elaine HS.
WE will all miss him. God be with you.

Fay Shockley O"Conner
San Antonio, TX
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

I am so sorry to hear about M P. We were good friends when we went to school. Haven't seen him in years. but thought of him often. He was always so kind and sweet. Prayers to all of the family and may God lift all of you up into his loving arms at this sad time. Fay, Chuckie and Judy.

Curtis Crisp
Elaine, AR
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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

So sorry to hear of M. P.'s passing away, He was my School Teacher, Freind and Great Guy, I will be Praying for the Family.

Tony Naile
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Tuesday, February 10, 2015

I'm gonna miss you! Nobody could run the hurdles like you.

Marietta Massey
Tupelo, MS
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Tuesday, February 10, 2015

So sorry to hear about M.P. He was a very dear friend and so many memories. Condolences and Blessings to his family.

Diane King
Sarah, MS
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Tuesday, February 10, 2015

RIP Our Friend, you always made us laugh and you had a beautiful heart. You will be greatly missed by family and friends.We loved you. Corky & Diane King

Diane King
Sarah, MS
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Tuesday, February 10, 2015

RIP Our Friend : You always made us laugh and had such a beautiful heart. You will be missed greatly by friends and family. We loved you M.P. Corky and Diane King