Lewis G. Blackburn

Fremont, Utah – Our beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great grandfather, uncle, friend, and neighbor, Lewis Goff Blackburn, age 96, departed from this world April 4, 2018, at his home in Fremont, surrounded by family and loved ones. Lewis was born February 13, 1922, in Loa, Utah. He is the son of Heber Charles Blackburn and Louisa Taylor Blackburn. He was raised by Trena and Scott Goff, as his mother passed away when he was only 21 days old. He married his high school sweetheart, Donna Albrecht, in the Manti Temple April 21, 1942. Dad enjoyed working the soil and watching things grow. He was a farmer and rancher for 45 years, and he took great pride in his huge garden and yard. He loved sharing, and many people reaped the benefits of his beautiful garden. Dad was very civic minded and cared about his community and his little town of Fremont. He served as president of the Fremont Irrigation Company and was the caretaker for the Fremont Cemetery for over 20 years. Dad had an unwavering love of the Gospel and was active in church until the very end. He was truly an exemplary patriarch of the Fremont Ward. He held many church positions throughout his life including bishop for five years, counselor in the bishopric for three years, and Sunday School President. Dad and Mom served as ordinance workers at the Manti Temple for 10 years. Dad often stated that these were the best years of his life. Dad was known for his sharp memory and quick wit, which he maintained through his final moments. Lewis is survived by his children: Scott and Dixie Blackburn, Fremont, Utah; Paula and Rick Roberts, Monroe, Utah; Lesa and Steve Rasmussen, Fremont, Utah; Tammy and Ron Perkins, Erda, Utah; 26 grandchildren, 64 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, Garth Tolbert. He was preceded in death by his children Ronnie Blackburn and Erlene Curtis; his parents; wife, Donna Albrecht Blackburn; and 13 siblings. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 14, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. in the Fremont LDS Ward Chapel, where friends may call for viewing Saturday morning from 10:00 to 12:30 prior to the services. Burial will be in the Fremont Cemetery under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah.