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Marilynn Sue Blackaby
1938 - 2022
Marilynn Sue Blackaby
1938 - 2022
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BORN
1938
DIED
2022
Marilynn Blackaby Obituary
Mrs. Marilynn Sue Blackaby, age 83 of Jonesboro passed away September 29, 2022. Mrs. Blackaby was a member of First Baptist Church Jonesboro. She was an enthusiastic member of the choir and actively involved with the churches medical missions locally and abroad. She traveled the world with her husband Henry spreading the gospel with Blackaby Ministries International. She was preceded in death by her parents: Melvin Albert and Carrie (Rooker) Wells. She is survived by her husband: Dr. Henry Thomas Blackaby, sons: Dr. Gerald Richard Blackaby and wife: Lisa of Jonesboro, Dr. Thomas Wayne Blackaby and wife: Kim of British Columbia, Dr. Melvin Duane Blackaby and wife Gina of Stockbridge and Dr. Norman Charles Blackaby and wife: Dana of TX., daughter: Carrie Blackaby Webb and husband: Wendel of Jonesboro, brother: Dr. Melvin Wells and wife: Gloria of TX., sister: JoAnn Hopper of TX., 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, October 9, 2022 in the Worship Center of First Baptist Church Jonesboro with Dr. Mel Blackaby officiating. Interment will follow at Camp Memorial Park. Visitation will be held 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 9, 2022 prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the Dr. Henry Blackaby Legacy Fund, PO Box 1035, Jonesboro, GA 30237, checks can be made to “BMI” or donations made online at Blackaby.org in Memory of Mrs. Marilyn Sue Blackaby. The services will be live streamed at this link, https://livestream.com/accounts/11668315/events/10633078
Richard Buckley
March 7, 2023
I was saddened today to hear of the passing of Mrs. Blackaby. She was always a safe harbour in the middle of life's storms. Thank you Mrs. Blackaby. My Brothers I am so sorry for your loss.
Deb Bandimere
November 2, 2022
During a confusing time of my life, Marilynn shared with me things she had learned in a similar situation!! She didn’t have to tell me all that, but it propelled me to keep seeking freedom from a very difficult situation. About 20 years later now, I’m living my best life ever!!! She & Brother Henry first introduced me to the truth that Jesus is a Real Personnot just a nice idea in an old book!!! My life was so positively impacted by them both!!! I’m so sad for all her kids & Brother Henry that she’s gonebut boy!! Did she ever leave her mark!!! Loved her to bits!!! ❤❤❤ A very grateful Arkansas girl!!!
Faye Herring
October 9, 2022
Blackaby Family, I have just watched by streaming the Celebration of Marilyn’s life. What a testimony of God’s great love. She will be missed by the family and JFBC. I do know that Heaven is now more joyful with that great big smile that is Marilyn Blackaby. My heartfelt sympathy to Henry. I am a former member of JFBC.
Pearl Tingle
October 9, 2022
My sincere condolences to the Blackaby family on the transitioning of Marylin. I sat next to Marilyn during many choir practice at the RHBC Canada . I depended on her to keep me on key....She will be missed!
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Bonnie Mock
October 8, 2022
Proverbs 31:5,6 beautifully describes this grace filled woman of God. "Strength and Dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come. She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness in on her tongue." Marilynn, in her soft and delightful manner, impacted my life especially in the way she raised her family to know and love Christ, as well as her respectful way she honored her husband at the deepest and most joyful measure. I love you Marilynn...you are now in the Presence of your Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!
Don & Lori Camp
October 8, 2022
We are praying for God's abundant grace and mercy for your family in the loss of Marilynn. We already miss speaking with her on Sundays after church. Even though she will be missed so much here, it is such a blessing to know she is whole and in the arms of her Savior.
Linda Hokit
October 8, 2022
When you were in the Blackaby Home you were family. Marilynn always worked to give people a place in God's Kingdom and a place at the family table.
May God bless those who hold her dear.
Mireille Fleming
October 7, 2022
Although it is hard to see your loving mother, mother in love, grandmother and great grandmother departed, may you all find comfort in knowing today that Miss Marilyn is experiencing what we all long for: being in the presence of her dear Savior Jesus.
Kathleen Hughes
October 5, 2022
Dear Blackaby family, I´m sorry for the loss of your beloved, wife, mother, sister and grandmother Marilynn. May the God of all comfort surround you with His peace that passes all understanding. Cherish the precious memories that He has brought into your life over the years that He has so graciously given you.
Richard Davis
October 4, 2022
Only met her one time when visited her son’s Norman teaching our Sunday school !very delightful lady !!
Nancy Palmer Fessler
October 3, 2022
I will be with you in spirit!
Terri Worley Chapman
October 3, 2022
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.what a beautiful legacy she leaves.
Rowena Wasson
October 3, 2022
I enjoyed the hearing about her incredible life when she share her book with us at First Baptist of Jonesboro. It was very down to earth and very relatable. She is now home with her Father in heaven and He has said, “Well Done.”
Cliff and Imagene (Gene) Hobbs
October 1, 2022
We were so very blessed to have the chance to meet Marilyn in 2014 as part of a medical mission team from First Baptist Jonesboro and First Baptist Round Rock, Texas. This mission trip was to Betty Memorial Institution located in Liberia, W. Africa. We pray for God's peace and comfort for all the family and friends in the coming days.
In His Love,
Cliff and Imagene (Gene) Hobbs
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