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Basil Lyle Blackburn

Elizabethton, Tennessee

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Elizabethton, Tennessee
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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JOHNSON CITY - Basil Lyle Blackburn, age 76, of Johnson City, Tennessee went home to be with the Lord at his home on Thursday, June 8, 2023 surrounded by his beloved family. Basil was born in Elizabethton and raised in Johnson County and Hampton, to the late Fred Blackburn and Dora Rita...

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Chad and Mandy, I am sorry to hear of Mr. Blackburn's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord comfort you and be with you in the upcoming days.

Phyllis, I am sorry for your loss and am praying for God´s peace for you and all the family. Last evening (June 10) after learning of Basil´s passing, I sat quietly thinking about him and the goodness in his heart. Here are some of my favorite memories. When I was a youngster, I loved horses and with kindness and patience Basil would saddle or hitch a pony when we were passing through. When I was a teenager with my first car, Basil called me about our taking a ride. With the top...