1947
Joseph
2022
Joseph Blanton
November 14, 1947 — August 24, 2022
Joseph H. Blanton, II, 74, who lived in Concord, NC after 73 years in Spartanburg, SC, passed away on August 24, 2022 after a four month battle with Acute Leukemia.
Joey was born on November 14, 1947 to Joe and Betty Blanton in Spartanburg, SC. After graduating from Spartanburg High School, Joey went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wofford College.
After graduating, Joey became an insurance agent, specializing in commercial insurance. He worked at Blanton Insurors, founded by his father, for most of his career. Joey had two sons, Todd and Ryan, with his first wife. His boys have been the center of much of his life. They also led to his twelve-year involvement with the US Youth Soccer Olympic Development Program, with which he traveled both domestically and internationally as Olympic Development Administrator for Region 3 (NC to TX).
After his sons were both grown, Joey enjoyed involvement in Leadership Spartanburg, Rotary Club of Spartanburg, and Mobile Meals of Spartanburg. He also loved the mountains of NC, his many cats and dogs, and all things Wofford College.
Joey’s thirst for knowledge continued into retirement. He was a voracious reader with special interest in history and different cultures. He was especially curious about their cooking, religious practices, and the simple way of living in Tibet and Nepal.
Joey was predeceased by his parents, Betty Brotherton Blanton and Joseph Herbert Blanton, and his brother Michael Blanton. Joey is survived by his partner and best friend, Alice Weaver; sons, Todd (Lisa) and Ryan (Melanie); grandchildren Mountain Rose, Kaia Sol, Vivian, and Will; brother, Gregg (Ana) and sister, Marilyn (Jeff) Lane; plus, multiple nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and one great-nephew. We will all miss having Joey in our lives.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Joey can be made to Hospice House of Cabarrus County, 5003 Hospice Lane, Kannapolis, NC 28081, or Mobile Meals of Spartanburg, 419 E. Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29302.
We also want to thank the Levine Cancer Institute at Atrium Health Cabarrus.
Joey was born on November 14, 1947 to Joe and Betty Blanton in Spartanburg, SC. After graduating from Spartanburg High School, Joey went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wofford College.
After graduating, Joey became an insurance agent, specializing in commercial insurance. He worked at Blanton Insurors, founded by his father, for most of his career. Joey had two sons, Todd and Ryan, with his first wife. His boys have been the center of much of his life. They also led to his twelve-year involvement with the US Youth Soccer Olympic Development Program, with which he traveled both domestically and internationally as Olympic Development Administrator for Region 3 (NC to TX).
After his sons were both grown, Joey enjoyed involvement in Leadership Spartanburg, Rotary Club of Spartanburg, and Mobile Meals of Spartanburg. He also loved the mountains of NC, his many cats and dogs, and all things Wofford College.
Joey’s thirst for knowledge continued into retirement. He was a voracious reader with special interest in history and different cultures. He was especially curious about their cooking, religious practices, and the simple way of living in Tibet and Nepal.
Joey was predeceased by his parents, Betty Brotherton Blanton and Joseph Herbert Blanton, and his brother Michael Blanton. Joey is survived by his partner and best friend, Alice Weaver; sons, Todd (Lisa) and Ryan (Melanie); grandchildren Mountain Rose, Kaia Sol, Vivian, and Will; brother, Gregg (Ana) and sister, Marilyn (Jeff) Lane; plus, multiple nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and one great-nephew. We will all miss having Joey in our lives.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Joey can be made to Hospice House of Cabarrus County, 5003 Hospice Lane, Kannapolis, NC 28081, or Mobile Meals of Spartanburg, 419 E. Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29302.
We also want to thank the Levine Cancer Institute at Atrium Health Cabarrus.
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