Roger Lee Blackwell, Sr., 76, of Canton, passed away Friday, May 27th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Rock, West Virginia on March 31st, 1946, a son of the late Robert  and Pauline (Vaughn) Blackwell, also preceded in death by beloved wife Ruth (Smith) Blackwell; sister Jean; 2 brothers Jimmy and Junior. Survived by 2 daughters Crystal and Joyce; son Roger Jr. (Heather) and sister Frances as well as 4 grandchildren Timothy, Jessie, Erika and Roger III. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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