Herbert M. Blackburn's Obituary
Herbert M. “Yogi” Blackburn, 59, of Sumterville, passed away Saturday, September 14, 2019. Mr. Blackburn was born January 28, 1960 in Plant City, FL to Lester and Thelma (Williams) Blackburn. He has lived here most of his life. Yogi grew up watching his father work on cars, so he became a mechanic as his main occupation and always worked on cars even when he had other jobs like cooking in various restaurants. Yogi loved riding his motorcycle and was especially proud of his Harley. Survivors include his children, Nichole Ferguson (Adam) of FL, Adam Blackburn, Matthew Blackburn and Brandy Blackburn all of GA; siblings, Evalyn Blackburn of GA, Tony Blackburn of SC, Lisa Johnson of FL and Robert Blackburn of GA along with his grandson, Adam. Yogi’s family and friends will celebrate his life 3:00pm, Saturday, October 5, 2019 in the Lake Okahumpka Park, Wildwood. In lieu of flowers the family requests donation be made to Banks/Page-Theus Funeral Home to help with his final arrangements. On-line condolences may be shared by visiting www.bankspagetheus.com.
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