of Judsonia, AR
October 20, 1950 - July 19, 2025
David Eugene Blanton, 74, of Judsonia, AR passed from this life on Saturday, July 19, 2025. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 36 years, 11 months and 21 days, Sue (Cooper) Blanton; sons, Troy Blanton of Wooster, AR, Terry Clay of Searcy AR, and Phillip Clay of Jonesboro, AR, and granddaughter, Mary Jane Blanton of Wooster, AR; Sister, Judy Wilkenson of Sullivan, MO. He had one brother, Troy Blanton of Newport News, VA, who preceded him in death. He leaves many close friends and extended family members to cherish his memory.
David worked for more than 30 years for ITT in Searcy until it closed and then 10 more years for Land of Frost in Searcy, before retiring. He loved taking trips with his family when the kids were young. He was an avid historian, loved to find and research data about the Civil War and its impact on White County. He loved metal detecting and found numerous relics of the Civil War. He was a master craftsman and made many era correct pistols and rifles from the war.
David was a Christian and found peace in the knowledge that Jesus was his savior and Heaven would be his reward.
Services entrusted to Roller-Daniel in Searcy, Arkansas.
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13 Condolence(s)
Juanita Blanton Hernandez
Friday, July 25, 2025
Uncle David was a truly special man�"always kind, genuinely welcoming, and deeply devoted to his family. His warmth and steady presence made every gathering brighter, and his love for those around him was evident in all he did. I have the fondest memories of learning about our family history, catching fireflies in his backyard and playing Uno around the family table.
He loved his wife, Sue, and his boys. His door was always open for family.
I pray that the memories of his gentle spirit and generous heart bring comfort in the days ahead. He will be deeply missed and always remembered with love.
Kenneth Robert Clay
Friday, July 25, 2025
Condolences to the family on this great loss
Jerry & Janice ( Crockett ) Burlison
Thursday, July 24, 2025
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Ron and Jan Pannell
Thursday, July 24, 2025
David was a good neighbor for 30+ years. I will miss him.
Family will be in my prayers.
May God be with you all.
Ron and Jan Pannell
Greta johnston
Thursday, July 24, 2025
I worked with David at ITT great friend and coworker I'm glad I got the chance to know him he will be missed
Shirley Glover
Thursday, July 24, 2025
To the Family,
My Prayer to you as you lay Mr. David to rest. May God give comfort & strength to get through this. May you find Peace knowing that all his pain is no longer with him. He will be truly missed by family & friends.
Tom Worley
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
David and I went to school and church together for many years. We hunted together some. He showed me many of the muzzle loader rifles he made. He made and gave me a power horn for my rifles.
Jennifer (Horton) Hooker
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
I knew David while working at ITT. Prayers of comfort and healing for all his family and friends.
Donna & Jeff Freie
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Uncle David, you are missed. I love you! One of my fondest memories is when you helped me with our family tree many (many) years ago. We had some interesting people in our family history.
Aunt Sue, I am so very sorry for your loss. He will always be with you. Sending love and hugs to you.
Kenneth Blanton
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
To my loving uncle, for all the pleasant memories through my life with you. Sorry for your loss aunt Sue
Kenneth Blanton
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
To my loving uncle, we're all the pleasant memories through my life with you
Susan Allen
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
so sorry for your loss praying for the family I worked with him at ITT for 15 years
Dennis hughes
Monday, July 21, 2025
Sue i am saddened to hear about David.Even though i did not know him Mike talked of him often .David was loved i think more than he knew.