John H. Blackstone

Uncle Hansel taught me to walk, catch a ball, & run. He is a very special man and I am blessed to have an uncle like him. There is so much I could say about how close we were in the early years of my life. I look forward to the reunion in Heaven when I know I will see him again. We have the same Heavenly Father. Jesus said, "He that liveth and believeth in Me shall never die..." Uncle Hansel is more alive today than he was the day he was born and is already united with many that he loved and...

Bill and Family,
I was sorry to read about Mr. Blackstone's death in the Birmingham News. I will remember your dad as someone who was always kind to me and to my family. He was a strong Christian and dedicated church member. I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you all and praying for your family.
Leslie (Everett) Ellis