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Travis Bianchi Obituary
July 30, 1945 - January 26, 2025
Blythewood, South Carolina - Travis Leonard Bianchi, 79, of Blythewood, SC, passed away on January 26, 2025. He was the son of Charles Americus Bianchi, Sr. and Lena Marie (Eargle) Bianchi.
Travis taught social studies, and worked as an archeologist, zookeeper, and rural carrier for USPS after graduating from Newberry College and USC.
Travis was married to Patricia Shuford Bianchi for 57 years and loved organic gardening, pottery, and their dogs.
Memories of Travis will be cherished by his wife Patsy, his son Adam (Jennifer), his grandson Atticus, and his nephew Marion (Annette).
Memorials can be made to Oliver Gospel Mission, Coastal Conservation, Pets, Inc., and the American Red Cross. Shives Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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