William Blackwell

William Blackwell obituary, Clinton, TN

William Blackwell

William Blackwell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Holley-Gamble Funeral Home, Inc. - Clinton on Oct. 23, 2025.

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William (Bud) Blackwell, 81, of Norris, Tennessee, formerly of Greenville, South Carolina, passed away in his home on October 3, 2025.
Bud was a devoted family man who cherished spending time outdoors, especially bird watching. His love for nature was only matched by his deep affection for his family and friends, who remember him as a kind and gentle soul.
Bud is survived by his wife, Rebecca (Becky) Blackwell; daughter, Tiffany Evans of Rock Hill, SC; son, Scott Blackwell of Charleston, SC. He adored his grandchildren, Margaret (Meg) Smith and husband Mark, Will Evans and wife Ashley, Rebecca Wilson and husband Chandler, Rori Baucom all of Rock Hill, SC, Liam Blackwell and Bridget Blackwell of Hendersonville, NC. He is also survived by his brother, Don Blackwell and wife Maudie; sisters, Sandra Woodridge and husband Russ, and Becky Green all of Greenville, SC; his canine companion, Scruffy.
He was predeceased by his beloved son, Charles Ryan Blackwell. Bud often felt Ryan's presence from visiting cardinals.
A family celebration of Bud's life will be in Rock Hill, SC later this year.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the American Heart Association. www.Heart.org.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home is proud to be serving the Blackwell family. www.Holleygamble.com.

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