Robert Allen Blackmon

In Loving Memory of Robert Allen Blackmon February 25th 1949 – December 30th 2011 Robert Allen Blackmon was born to Charlotte and Robert T. Blackmon of Elberton, Georgia on February 25th, 1949. Elberton was his home until 1968 when he enlisted in the Army. Allen served his country as an airplane mechanic in the 221st aviation company during the Vietnam War, with two tours in country; and upon his honorable discharge April 1st, 1974 he returned to his hometown of Elberton. Allen soon married and began a family with three children; Patricia, Michael and Joshua. Allen was a hardworking, dependable and honest father and a great friend to all that knew him. He provided a loving and supportive home for his family and after his children were raised he opened his home to his mother and father. Allen cared for his father Robert T. Blackmon `til his passing in 2004. Allen promised his father he would devote his life to caring for his mother Charlotte Blackmon ensuring that she was well cared for. Allen was an avid hunter and fisher and with his service to his country grew another of his passions. Allen loved to build and fly RC aircraft always spending time with his closest friends building bigger and faster planes, or teaching the grandchildren to fly on his flight simulator. Allen was a man with a big heart who loved and cared for all who knew him. No matter what your situation Allen would always strive for a laugh. There was always a joke somewhere nearby him, even though he suffered immense pain daily. As his pain grew his strength got weaker. For all who knew him, his passing although difficult, is a blessing to know that he lies with his Father in heaven and suffers no more. **************************************************************************** Mr. Robert Allen Blackmon, 62, of Elberton, GA, passed away Friday, Dec. 30, 2011 at Elbert Memorial Hospital. Mr. Blackmon was the son of Charlotte Martin Blackmon and the late Robert Taylor Blackmon.He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and worked as a mechanic in the textile industry. In addition to his mother,Mr. Blackmon is survived by 3 children:Patricia Dutton, Michael Blackmon, and Joshua Blackmon;and 5 grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his father;a sister, Mary Patti Berryman; and grandparents, Mr & Mrs. J. S. Blackmon. A funeral service will be held Monday, Jan. 2, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at The Chapel of Hicks Funeral Home.Visitation will be Monday from 9:00-11:00 a.m. prior to the service.Interment will be at Forest Hills Memorial Park. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hicksfuneral.com. Hicks Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Robert Allen Blackmon.