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BLUNT Walter Blunt, a native of LaFayette, AL. born on August 5, 1932. He was a resident of Mobile, AL. for 55 years. He departed this life on January 26, 2012 at William F. Green Veterans Home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lindsey and Mary Ann Shell Blunt, a son, Raymond Dewayne Blunt, two sisters, Nell Holloway and Mary Ann Blunt II, one brother, Lindsey Blunt and a great-great grandson Kendrick DeAngelo Jones, Jr. Walter owned Blunt Masonry Construction Company for 60 years. He was the Brick Mason instructor at Bishop State Carver Campus, where he retired in 1994. He was a member of Holmes Street Missionary Baptist Church; Olive Branch Lodge #1; former member of The Utopia Club; Mobile County Solid Waste Management, Army Korean War Vet and many other organizations. He leaves to cherish his memories a loving and devoted wife of 57 years, Hazel White Blunt; one daughter, Janice Blunt; two sons, Gary and Derrick Blunt, all of Mobile, AL; five sisters, Christine Davis of West Point, GA, Charlene Holloway of Layfette, AL, Ola Hill of Valley, AL, Charolette (Chris) Ross and Loretta (Johnnie) Tolbert of Layfette, AL; six brothers, George Blunt of Opelika, AL, Linwood, Charles and Wilbert Scott, Labron (Lisa) Jackson, all of Lafayette, AL, Jimmy (Lisa) Jackson of Atlanta, GA; eight grandchildren, LeNard and Carla Blunt, Ashley and Elyric Singleton, Jakendrick and Justin Blunt, Thyra and Renysha Towner; eleven great grandchildren; a aunt, Minnie Pearl Finley of Philadelphia, PA; two God daughters, Nicole (Medric) Roberson and Sylvette Charmaine (David) Parnell; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; best friends for 75 years, Charlie Frank Miller of Ocala, FL, for 61 years, Charles Baggett of Chicago, IL, Warren (Jackie) Carmichael of Mobile, AL and Marion Forrest of Philadelphia, PA. Special thanks to the administrators and staff at William F. Green State Veterans Home and Gentiva Hospice of Bay Minette, AL. His remains will lie in state on Friday, February 1, 2013 from 1pm until 8pm at Small's Mortuary, Mobile, AL. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 2, 2013 from 1pm until the 2pm funeral hour at Holmes Street Missionary Baptist Church, 316 Max St. Prichard, AL. 36610. Rev. Keithraum Leatherwood, Sr. Pastor and officiating Minister. Interment will follow in Lawn Haven Memorial Gardens, Mobile, AL. DIGNIFIED AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO SMALL'S MORTUARY, 950 S. BROAD STREET, MOBILE, AL. Condolences may be offered at http://www.smallsmortuary.com/.
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My sister and I will always remember Walter Blunt, our neighbor & one of Mobile´s most skillful brick masons. He was always fun-loving and generous. We were the babysitters for his children.
Continue to Rest in Peace Walter!
Carolyn & Rose Kimble
Carolyn Kimble-Singleton
Friend
January 26, 2024
I will always remember uncle Walter. He was always very nice. He is with GOD now and that is the most comforting place to be.
hines holloway sr.
February 5, 2013
To Aunt Hazel and family, I love each of you dearly, and I will always love Uncle Walter and I know that he will conitue to live in all ours hearts.
Susan Holloway-Hughley
February 2, 2013
There are know words that can ever soothe the lose of a loved one. Mr. Blun taught me brick masonry at Carver State many moons ago. Very passionate person in respect to the craft. God knows when it's time for all of his children to return home. Peace be with you all during this time. It shall pass
Myra Darrington
February 1, 2013
To Mrs.Blunt and Family
Praying for all of you during this time
and the days ahead, remember God will strenghten ,comfort and keep you during your time of sorrow and forever more.
Ardy & Terry Martin
February 1, 2013
To Hazel and the entire Blunt Family,
We are saddened to hear of Walter's passing. We lift you up in prayer for we know God holdeth you in the palm of His mighty hand. His peace, grace, love and mercy will sustain you in these difficult times.
Your frinds,
Theodore and Joyce Rabb
January 31, 2013
To Mrs. Hazel and Family. My Prayers are with you all at this time. I Pray that God gives you all the strength to endure. Know that others care, and are thinking of you.
Chandra Scott-LeDoux
January 31, 2013
To The greatest God Mother any child could ever have. You and Blunt were the best second set of parents I could have ever dreamed of. With a heavy heart I have to say good bye to a great man who will forever hold a special place in my heart. I love you and him more than words can say and the entire family.
Your God Daughter,
Nikki
January 30, 2013
Dearest Hazel:
You, Walter & family were alway the greatest neighbors!
We have fond remembrances of Walter and pray that God will comfort you all during this time of bereavement.
Please be reminded that God knows you by name and has your best interest at heart. He will be with you and will carry you. When you can't find the strength to stand on your own, remember during these difficult times that: you are cared about, prayed for, and never, ever alone.
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him. Romans 15:13 NIV
With prayerful condolences,
Rose & Carolyn
Carolyn Kimble-Singleton
January 30, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cynthia Vincent
January 30, 2013
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