Naydean Maness Blackburn
September 21, 1925 ~ July 26, 2007
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Naydean Maness Blackburn, 81, of Reynolds Mountain Boulevard, Asheville, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 26, 2007. Despite her lingering illness she was always optimistic, able to smile and see the bright side of every situation.
Born on September 21, 1925, in McClure, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Ulysses S. Maness and Lura P. Maness. Her family later moved to Kings Mountain, NC and then moved to Buncombe County with her husband following WWII.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, James A. Blackburn (5/28/2000); a daughter, Germaine B. Warren (3/5/2001) and granddaughter, Dana Michelle Warren (11/9/72).
Mrs. Blackburn retired from Burlington Industries in 1984 with 26 years of service. During those years she received many Certificates of Appreciation and Awards for Perfect Attendance and Meritorious Service. She devoted her life to her family and friends. She always loved having company in her home and enjoyed being outside caring for her beautiful flowers.
Beloved mother of James Edward Blackburn of Asheville, Vickie Blackburn Rogers and son-in-law Richard G. Rogers of Leicester; grandmother of Mark Daniel Blackburn of Asheville, Chad Edward Blackburn of Dallas, NC; three step-grandchildren, Beth, Erica and Mark Rogers and brother, Carlos Maness of Columbia, SC.
The family wishes to express their thanks to the caregivers and friends at Emerald Ridge Care and Rehabilitation Center for loving Naydean. Her sweet and gentle presence will be missed by all who knew her.
Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Wednesday in the Patton Avenue chapel of Groce Funeral with the Reverend Danny Little and Mr. Robert Max Blackburn officiating. Burial will follow at Ashelawn Gardens.
The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 pm Wednesday at the funeral home prior to the service.
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The Therapy Department at Emerald Ridge will miss Naydean. We all loved her tremendously! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Laura Cleaver, PT
Sandra Winner.OT
Crystal Lindsay, COTA
John Schneble, PT
Rita Kotsias, PT
Sarah Snyder, SLP
Tonya Shelton
Whenever I think of Naydean I think of growing up on McPherson Street and playing with my childhood friend Germaine. Naydean would fix us lunch of soup and sandwich. She was always so kind, thoughtful and sweet and as the years passed she remained the same. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to visit with her again these past few years. In spite of her own health issues she always had a smile or a word of encouragement for someone else. Naydean will be missed.
vickie,
naydean was such a wonderful lady,i am glad to have had the pleasure of getting to know and care for her.if there’s anything i can do please let me know.
sincerly,
lissa mcglamery
Vickie and Family, I’m truly sorry for your loss. Naydean was a great lady. I will always remember her as being warm and friendly. She will be missed.
You helped me find my smile, and accepted me for who I am. You always let me know my efforts were worthwhile. You were so much more wonderful than you would ever admit to being.
Even though the two of us are far away from each other, our thoughts will make sure we stay together.
You will always live in my heart.
Vickie,
Your Mother blessed me so through you and the way you live. You are a precious family and I pray God’s strength and comfort for you in the years to come.
VICKY,
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOTHER,I ONLY GOT TO KNOW HER WHILE SHE WAS A ROOM MATE OF MY MOTHER IN LAW LURA,ALTHOUGH I ONLY KNEW HER FOR A SHORT TIME,I COULD TELL SHE WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON INSIDE AND OUT.SHE LOVED HER FAMILY VERY MUCH.WAS SO KIND AND SOFT SPOKEN
SHE SPOKE OF YOU ALL OFTEN AND WAS VERY PROUD OF HER FAMILY.I KNOW YOU WILL MISS HER VERY MUCH.I FEEL BLESSED TO HAVE MET HER.SHE WAS A JEWEL.YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
PAT SWANN LITTLE
Vickie I am so sorry to hear about your mom.If you and Rick need me for anything please call.My thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you.
Vickie,Naydean was a sweet and loving woman to all who knew her. She didn’t understand just how much she meant to everybody that knew her. I will miss seeing her smile. She smiled no matter what.
If you need anything or to talk give me a call. Debra Creasman
I am so very, very sorry about the loss of your Mother. She was such a pretty and friendly person. I certainly share your loss. Love to you all. Jean
Vickie, we were shocked to learn that you lost your sweet mom. I really regret that we haven’t seen you all since we moved to Greenville in August, 2005. I think about the time I went to the beach with you and Nadine and had such a wonderful time. She was one of the sweetest, nicest person that I’ve ever known. I look forward to seeing her again one of these days. With Love, Marie
Dear Vickie & Family,
May you know and experience our Heavenly Fathers Love for you and your family as He comforts each of you upon the passing of your Precious Mother.
Please accept our Sincere Sympathy and Regards for you and family..You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With Love,
Ed & Linda Read
Dear Jim, I’m so sorry for the loss of your mother . She was a sweet and gracious Lady. My thoughts and prayers will be with you , Vickie and the boys . Love , Maria
Vickie, I was so sorry to hear about the death of your mother. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Vickie Austin Jennings
We are so sorry for your loss. We know she will be missed. We’re very lucky to have known her and all of you. We only wish we could see you more often.
Dear Vickie,
I was so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a beautiful woman and I know you will miss her. I’m praying for you.
Dear Vickie,
My thoughts, prayers and love are with you and your family.
Love,
Carol