Willard Eugene Blakeley
Willard Eugene (Gene) Blakeley, 80, of Jane, Mo., died Saturday, April 23, 2022, at his home with his wife by his side.
He was born on Jan. 11, 1942, in Rogers, Ark., to Virgil Blakeley and Vivian (Bea) Mayo Blakeley. He had a heart for hotrods and could regularly be found sipping coffee browsing a hotrod magazine. He spent 20 years of his life working for Tyson before retiring. He also spent 20 years as the fire chief for White Rock Fire Department.
He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Virgil Lee, HO Blakeley; his daughter, Tonya LaDawn Largent; and granddaughter, Miranda Lynne Largent.
He is survived by his wife, Betty Jean Baker Blakeley; daughter, Saundra Curteman (Ron Curteman); three sons, Jeff Blakeley and partner Lynette McCallister, Jacob Blakeley, Jamey Blakeley (Sky); bonus daughter, Mikala Mustain; and 10 grandchildren.
His memorial service was held Saturday, April 30, 2022, at First Baptist Church in Pineville, Mo.
His ashes will be buried at Brush Creek Cemetery.
Online condolences at www.funeralmation.com.