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John Blassingame Obituary

John William Blassingame, departed this world on Feb 1, 2014. He was born in Alamo,Tx on April 17, 1926 to John And Golda Blassingame. He is survived by his sister, Cherie Archibald of Houston,TX; daughter, Linda Cruce of Pearland,Tx; son, David Blassingame and wife Rebecca of Houston,Tx; grandchildren, Scott Blassingame of Houston,Tx, Melissa Blassingame of Austin,Tx. John was a star athlete for Edinburg High School as well as Pan American college ( where he was one pitch short of throwing a no hitter). John joined the Navy in 1944 as a Seaman First Class and was honorably discharged in November 1945. He moved to Houston and met his future wife Nancy at the University of Houston. He was employed at GMAC for many years until he went to work for U.S.I. in Deer Park, TX. John was truly a renaissance man as he excelled at golf, photography, portrait oil painting and tennis as well as being an accomplished pianist. It was always fun to watch him complete a complex crossword puzzle in minutes while explaining the most obscure clues. John was a devoutly religious man and will be deeply missed by his friends and family. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 5, 2014 from 1PM to 2:30PM at Grand View Funeral Home. Graveside Services will follow at 3:00PM at Grand View Memorial Park.

Published by Houston Chronicle on Feb. 3, 2014.
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David,
May God give you and your family comfort during this sad time.
Betty and John Haskins

Betty Haskins

February 7, 2014

My sympathies to the Blassingame family.
I have many fond memories growing up next door to their family.

Douglas McElroy

February 4, 2014

Rest in peace John. Say hello to my dad Sal in Heaven.

Pamela Tellez

February 4, 2014

David, sending love and light to you, Becky and the "kids". Love you much...

Maggie Dickey

February 4, 2014

Deepest sympathy to the family. The tender mercies of God can see you through this difficult time. May the support of family and friends bring you a measure of comfort

February 3, 2014

David,
Both John and I want to express our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dad. Hold on to all those pleasant memories. Time will be your healer.

Jed Guilbeau

February 3, 2014

Linda, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. My heart is breaking for you. May God give you and your family the strength to get through this most difficult time, and if there is ANYTHING I can do, please do not hesitate to ask. Love you dearly.
Kathy & Marvin Perry

Kathy Perry

February 3, 2014

David - my heart goes out to you and your family with the passing of your father. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Eddie, Edna, Haley & Chelsea Dominguez

February 3, 2014

Our prayers of comfort and peace are will you at this time. We are so deeply sorry for your loss.

Josh and Ciara Coward

Ciara Coward

February 3, 2014

My condolences to your family. may the God of all comfort help your family to endure during this time of grief.

February 3, 2014

To the Family of John Blassingame and his wonderful daughter Linda. My Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow. May God give y'all strength! May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your Dad comfort you and your family, today and always.

Mary DuBois

February 2, 2014

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