Timothy John Blakely

Timothy John Blakely obituary, Ludington, MI

Timothy John Blakely

Timothy Blakely Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Grace Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Jul. 23, 2024.
Timothy John Blakely, 76, of Custer, formerly of Wetmore, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024.
Tim was born on June 15, 1948, the son of the late John and Annabelle (Ehrke) Blakely. He was a 1968 graduate of Lanse Creuse. On August 30, 1969, he married his forever, Pamela (Brauer) Blakely. They shared may memorable years together.
Tim was a self-employed painter. In 2012, he retired, and was able to enjoy the outdoors. He loved hiking, boating, and kayaking.
Tim is survived by his wife of almost 55 years, Pamela Blakely; children, Kim (Greg) Gardner, Kevin (Colleen) Blakely, and Kris (Dave) Kot; grandchildren, Stephanie Gardner, William Gardner, Darren Blakely, Samantha Blakely, and Kyle Kot; great grandchildren, Kairi, Katarina, Kendall, and Luke; brother, Tom (Marsha) Blakely.
Tim was preceded in death by his parents, John and Annabelle Blakely.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 2, 2024, at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington at 11am. Visitation begins at 10am at the funeral home.
A donation can be made in honor of Tim to The American Stroke Association (www.stroke.org) or you may send flowers to the funeral home.
Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com
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3060 W. US Highway 10, Ludington, MI 49431

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