Howard Eugene Blackwood
(93 years old)
In loving memory of Howard Eugene Blackwood (Alton, Illinois), who departed this world on June 29, 2025 at the age of 93. Howard Eugene leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Howard Eugene Blackwood to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Howard William and Bertha Blackwood (Dale); his stepmother Faye Blackwood; his son Victor Pinta; and his sisters, Nonnie Stewart and Loretta Dippel.
He is survived by: his daughters, Lynn Marie Klunk (Chris) of Grafton, Lori Ann Quarton (Brian) of Litchfield and Lisa Renee Blackwood; his grandchildren, Cole (Vanessa), Kyli, Logan (Rachel), Victoria (Adam), Alexandria (Michael), Julia (Davon), Caroline (Aaron), Camden, Brennan (Natalie), Andrew (Abby) and Jenna (Brandon); his great grandchildren, LaKaya, Francesca, Logan, Jr., Everett, Wally, Theon, Jaxen, Blayklee, Kainen, Sophie and Ellie; his sisters, Ann Gerl of Rosewood Heights, Roberta and Ruth Blackwood of Connecticut; and his pets, Coco and Chenelle.
Visitation will be held on Friday, July 11th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Community Christian Church (2345 Union School Rd, Alton, IL 62002-6931). A funeral service will be held on Friday, July 11th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be made to the Alton VFW Post 1380 or Community Christian Church.