Obituary for Henry E. Blanton

HENRY E. BLANTON

Henry E. Blanton, age 77 of New Trenton, passed away Friday, September 10, 2021, in Cincinnati. Born August 26, 1944, in Bright, the son of Ira and Flora (Smith) Blanton.

Henry married Yuthona M. Gilbert on October 28, 1961, in Newport, Kentucky and was a school bus driver for Franklin County Schools for more than 40 years.

Henry is survived by his children Evelyn (Jason Patterson) Esterkamp and Anthony “Tony” (Cindy) Blanton. Grandfather of 10, great grandfather of eight and great great grandfather of one. Brother of Goldie Hicks.

Preceded in death by his parents Ira and Flora Blanton, wife Yuthona Blanton and son Jerry Blanton.

A private graveside service will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery Brookville.