Jerry Anthony Blackburn, 72, of Highway 72 East, Carlton, GA, husband of 53 years to Sheila Jean Autry Blackburn, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025, at his residence.
Mr. Blackburn was born in Demorest, GA, on September 12, 1952, a son of Pearl Goss Blackburn and the late Raymond Vance Blackburn. Jerry was a member of New Hope Worship Center and served his country faithfully in the U.S. Marine Corps.
He was a graduate of South Habersham High School, received a bachelor’s degree from Holmes Bible College, and studied Spanish for one year. Jerry worked as an over-the-road truck driver. He was a missionary having served in Texas, Mexico, and Honduras. In his free time, he enjoyed woodworking and working on lawnmowers.
In addition to his wife of the residence and mother of Alto, GA, he is survived by sons: Anthony Jason Blackburn of Carlton, GA, and Shannon Matthew Blackburn of Crestview, FL; siblings: David Blackburn of Alto, GA, Tim Blackburn of Alto, GA, and Libby Gragg of Cornelia, GA; grandchildren: Taylor, CJ, Emilee, Dustin, Brent, Zack, and Madison; one great-grandchild; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 6, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Berry Funeral Home in Elberton, GA.
Graveside services will follow at 4:30p.m. at Forest Hills Memorial Park in Elberton, GA.
Officiating will be the Revs. Herman Nation and Scott Ledbetter, and pallbearers will include Jason Blackburn, Shannon Blackburn, Jerry Autry, Tim Blackburn, Dustin Weaver, Brent Weaver, and Shane Purcell.
Flowers are accepted and contributions may be made in his memory to the charity of one’s choice.
Those wishing may sign the online guestbook at berryfh.com.
Berry Funeral Home & Crematory of Elberton, GA is respectfully in charge of arrangements for Mr. Jerry Anthony Blackburn.
