George Blount Obituary George Lewis Blount August 28, 1951 - October 13, 2022 Petersburg, VA - George Lewis Blount, 71, passed away in his sleep on October 13, 2022. A native of Franklin, George attended Windsor High School. As you can see from his picture, George was a fun loving guy. He was quick with a joke and loved to laugh. He made many life-long friends and lived a full life. George was known as a "Jack of all Trades ". He was skilled in welding, auto mechanics, carpentry, crane work, home construction and various other skills. He designed and built many custom projects. He was sought out for his many talents. George was pre-deceased by his father, William H. Blount, Jr.; mother, Marie Howell Blount; brother, William H. "Buddy" Blount, III. George is survived by his daughter, Melody Marie Blount (Wade); son, William Charles Blount; sisters, Cora Sue Long (Jerry) and Donna Harrison; and grandchildren, Amber L. Lowe, Logan R. Lowe, and Daniel T. Kitchen. A gathering of family and friends to celebrate the life of George will be held on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Wrights Funeral Home, Franklin, VA. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the "700 Club" (1-800-677-6076). Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory - Franklin on Oct. 19, 2022. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/George-Blount 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/george-blount-obituary?id36848921 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary George Lewis Blount, who passed away on 13 October 2022 at the age of 71, was a beloved figure known for his humor and diverse skills. A Franklin native, he was a devoted father and grandfather, leaving behind a legacy of lifelong friendships and cherished memories. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services A gathering to celebrate George Lewis Blount's life took place on 29 October 2022. The family requested memorial donations to the "700 Club" in lieu of flowers. Burial details were not provided in the obituary. ### The Edited Obituary **George Lewis Blount** **28 August 1951 - 13 October 2022** Petersburg, VA - George Lewis Blount, 71, passed away in his sleep on 13 October 2022. A native of Franklin, George attended Windsor High School. As you can see from his picture, George was a fun loving guy. He was quick with a joke and loved to laugh. He made many lifelong friends and lived a full life. George was known as a "Jack of all Trades." He was skilled in welding, auto mechanics, carpentry, crane work, home construction, and various other skills. He designed and built many custom projects. He was sought out for his many talents. George was predeceased by his father, William H. Blount, Jr.; mother, Marie Howell Blount; brother, William H. "Buddy" Blount, III. George is survived by his daughter, Melody Marie Blount (Wade); son, William Charles Blount; sisters, Cora Sue Long (Jerry) and Donna Harrison; and grandchildren, Amber L. Lowe, Logan R. Lowe, and Daniel T. Kitchen. A gathering of family and friends to celebrate the life of George will be held on Saturday, 29 October 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Wrights Funeral Home, Franklin, VA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the "700 Club" (1-800-677-6076). Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory , Franklin on 19 October 2022. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | George Lewis Blount | |---------|---------------------------------| | Age | 71 years | | Birth | 28 August 1951; Franklin, VA | | Death | 13 October 2022; Petersburg, VA | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |------------------------------|------------------------|--------------------------------| | George Lewis Blount | Decedent | Petersburg, VA | | Melody Marie Blount (Wade) | Daughter | Unknown | | William Charles Blount | Son | Unknown | | Cora Sue Long (Jerry) | Sister | Unknown | | Donna Harrison | Sister | Unknown | | William H. Blount, Jr. | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Marie Howell Blount | Predeceased Parent | -- | | William H. Buddy Blount, III | Predeceased Sibling | -- | ### Other Relevant Information 1. George Lewis Blount was born on 28 August 1951 in Franklin, VA. 2. He passed away in his sleep on 13 October 2022 at the age of 71. 3. George was known for his humor and ability to make friends easily. 4. He was recognized as a "Jack of all Trades" with skills in welding, auto mechanics, carpentry, crane work, and home construction. 5. George designed and built many custom projects and was sought after for his various talents.