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Taylor Blanton Obituary

Taylor Vaughan Blanton, 46, of Ruther Glen died Thursday, October 16, 2003 at his home. Taylor was a member of Concord Baptist Church, a 23 year veteran of the Virginia State Police, and a 1st Sgt. with Criminal Intelligence Division in Richmond. Survivors include his wife, Donna; a daughter, Katie Blanton of Ruther Glen; a son, Joel Blanton of Montpelier; two stepdaughters, Danielle and Chelsea Udart, both of Ruther Glen; his mother and stepfather, Betty and Aubrey Wade of Ruther Glen; his father and stepmother, Ray and Evelyn Blanton of Ruther Glen; two sisters, Pat L. Blanton of Ruther Glen, and Debbie Thomas of Woodford; his paternal grandmother, Esther Blanton of Ladysmith; a nephew, Brad Thomas of Bowling Green; and a niece, Haley Kennedy of Bowling Green. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, October 19, 2003 at the Caroline Community Services Center auditorium, 17202 Richmond Turnpike, Bowling Green with Rev. Kevin James officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Bowling Green. The family will receive friends at the Caroline Community Services Center 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 9345 Canvas Back Court, Port Royal, Va., 22535. Sign online at: www.storkefuneralhome.com
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Oct. 18, 2003.

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Pat Blanton

November 14, 2003

Dear Brother,

Rest in peace. I will miss you until we are together again.

Love forever,

Sis

allen cooke

November 6, 2003

Blessed are the peacekeepers for they are the sons of god. (matthew 5:9) Taylor was a good friend and peacekeeper. He and his family have made me one of their own. I share their grief, but know that my grief can not be as great. The Lord will watch over and protect them and us. Family does not have any boundaries it is all about what you make out of it. All my blessings and Love to all.

Sheila Carter (Collawn)

November 3, 2003

Debbie, as you probably remember Taylor and I were in the same class and graduated together. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember in school as far back as I can remember he always wanted to become a state trooper. He feared he might have been to short, so when I heard years ago he had fulfilled his long liftime dream I couldn't have been more proud. God be with you and Taylor's family.

Sharon Mounts

October 31, 2003

To my friends, I am so sorry for your great loss. Taylor was a wonderful person and I know you will miss him a lot. I wish there was something I could do to help you not feel the hurt so bad, but please know that I am always thinking of you, and will always be here for you when you need me. Love, Sharon

Cynthia Honeycutt

October 25, 2003

To the children of Officer Blanton,



I have and always will adore you, you will always be "my little ducklings!" I am so sorry to hear of your losses. Please know that I am here for you if you need me.



Your teacher and friend,

Mrs. Cynthia Honeycutt

Tracie Snyder

October 24, 2003

I got to know Trooper Blanton via email pretty well. I was shocked and very saddened to find out that once again we have lost a wonderful police officer and person. My heart and prayers are with you in this time of need. May God Bless your family in this very difficult time.

Laura Key

October 20, 2003

I'm very sorry for your loss. I pray that God will bless and keep you all. My heart goes out to his children and family.

Greg and Pat Rengnerth

October 20, 2003

Betty and Wade:

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Kenneth & Denise Kulp

October 18, 2003

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Betty & Wade and with the rest of your family.

Special Agent John Adams Virginia Marine Police

October 18, 2003

"Tattoo," rest in peace my friend. We had a lot of fun. You left us too soon. God be with your children and your parents. We will have a "long neck" one day, trust me!

Richard&Betsy Shortt

October 18, 2003

Deepest and heartfelt sympathy to all. God Bless you.

Sandi Beasley

October 18, 2003

I am deeply saddened by such a tragic loss. Taylor was such a friendly, giving person & never knew a stranger. Although our paths didn't cross often, when they did, he was extremly professional & helpful to me when I worked for VSP from 1998-2002. I pray for his family & hope you know that he is indeed in a better place. Rest assured, we all share your grief. We truly have lost "one of Virginia's finest."

Mary Rose and Teddy Rafferty

October 18, 2003

Our hearts are so sad for you. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.

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