Dennis Blaylock obituary: Dennis Blaylock's Obituary, Akron

In Memory Of
Dennis Keith "Denny" Blaylock
1953 - 2020

Obituary photo of Dennis Blaylock, Akron-OH
Obituary photo of Dennis Blaylock, Akron-OH

In Memory Of
Dennis Keith "Denny" Blaylock
1953 - 2020

Dennis Keith Blaylock, "Denny", age 66 of Stow, Ohio, died at his home on January 3, 2020.

He was born on July 20, 1953 in Akron, the son of the late Carl and Leola (nee Warner) Blaylock.

Dennis was an honorably discharged US Army veteran, serving during the Vietnam War.

Denny was an over-the-road truck driver, he liked to travel. He loved to tell stories and keep people entertained.

Survivors include his children, Keith (Amy) Blaylock, Lauren Blaylock and Paige Blaylock; his grandchildren, Ella, Mason, Miles, Max, Malik, Joey, Jacob and Brooklyn. His brother, Brian Blaylock, also survives. He was also very close with his cousin, Anita Thrasher.

Other than his parents, Dennis was preceded in death by his beloved wife, the former Karen Knighton.

Visitation will take place on Friday, January 10, 2020 from 10:00 - 11:00 AM, at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 North Canton Road, Akron. Following visitation, Denny will be buried at Northlawn Memory Gardens in Peninsula.

Dennis Keith Blaylock, "Denny", age 66 of Stow, Ohio, died at his home on January 3, 2020.

He was born on July 20, 1953 in Akron, the son of the late Carl and Leola (nee Warner) Blaylock.

Dennis was an honorably discharged US Army veteran, serving during the Vietnam War.

Denny was an over-the-road truck driver, he liked to travel. He loved to tell stories and keep people entertained.

Survivors include his children, Keith (Amy) Blaylock, Lauren Blaylock and Paige Blaylock; his grandchildren, Ella, Mason, Miles, Max, Malik, Joey, Jacob and Brooklyn. His brother, Brian Blaylock, also survives. He was also very close with his cousin, Anita Thrasher.

Other than his parents, Dennis was preceded in death by his beloved wife, the former Karen Knighton.

Visitation will take place on Friday, January 10, 2020 from 10:00 - 11:00 AM, at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 North Canton Road, Akron. Following visitation, Denny will be buried at Northlawn Memory Gardens in Peninsula.

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Visitation

Friday, January 10, 2020 from 10:00am to 11:00am
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions
131 North Canton Rd
Akron, OH 44305
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Interment

Northlawn Memory Gardens
Peninsula, Ohio

Newcomer Funeral Home (330-784-3334) is assisting the family

Newcomer Funeral Home (330-784-3334) is assisting the family

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