Mitchell Blackburn
1973—2023

Mitchell Blackburn, age 49, of Inez, passed away at his home April 10, 2023.

He was born Nov. 27, 1973, in Louisa to the late Willie and Laura Belle Blackburn. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one nephew, Brandon Mahon, and one sister-in-law, Darlene Blackburn.

Survivors include his children whom he loved and were his world, Donnie Gilliam of Morehead, Mitchell Blade Blackburn and Jason Blackburn, both of Georgetown, and Katrena Gilliam, Justin Blackburn, Lexi Young Blackburn and Tristan Blackburn, all of Inez; their mothers, Melissa Mills and Tonya Young Blackburn; and two grandchildren, Keira Mollett and Maci Griffith.

Additional survivors include eight siblings, Willie Blackburn Jr. and Frank Blackburn, both of Ulysses, Truly Mahon of Long Bottom, Ohio, Mary Blackburn of Inez, Avonna Tiller of Tennessee and Vernaye Maynard, Troy “TK” Blackburn and Raymond Blackburn, all of West Virginia; a couple of lifelong friends who he considered brothers, Jason Spence of Inez and Eddie Ward of Paintsville; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Mitchell left his family with a lot of great memories. He spent his last full day surrounded by his family and friends celebrating Easter. The day was full of love, laughter and memories that will last forever. He loved each and every one of his family and friends. “Trust me.”

Funeral services were conducted Saturday, April 15, 2023, in the chapel of Crum Funeral Home with Sammy Ray Patrick officiating. Burial was at the Blackburn Family Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family has asked that donations be made to the funeral home to assist with funeral costs. Arrangements are under the direction of the Crum Funeral Home of Inez.