Carl Blakley
July 03, 2011
Carl R. Blakley, age 59, passed away Sunday, July 3, 2011, at Select Specialty Hospital in Davenport, Iowa.
Graveside services will be held 10:30 a.m. on Friday, July 8, 2011, at the Linn Grove Cemetery in Norwalk.
Born October 28, 1951, Carl was the son of Frank and Maxine (Hines) Blakley. He grew up and attended school in Des Moines. In 1983 Carl was united in marriage to Elsie Thomas. The couple was blessed with one daughter, Michelle. They made there home in Des Moines where Carl was co-owner and operator of C & J Trucking for 30 years.
Carl’s collections included antique cars and guns, and he also enjoyed grilling in his free time. He was a member of the Za-Ga-Zig Shriners, and Masonic Lodge #110.
Carl is survived his daughter; Michelle Blakley of Des Moines. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie; and parents, Frank and Maxine.
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helen boodry
07/16/2011
Dear Michelle,I wish you comfort at this time of sorrow.It seems like grandma just past.And Robert your brother.We will miss all of them.And keep our love for them inside our hearts.Carl Was a good friend to Stan and I Long before My sister Fell inlove and married him.WE had alote of funas a group of friends.I loved his mom and dad too.As long as im alive I will be here for you.Call anytime .Please give chuck my many thanks for being so helpful to you when we your family was not able to do so. Love and Prayers from Aunt Helen and uncle Stan
Tonya Webb
07/08/2011
Shelly-I am so sorry for you loss. Words cannot discribe what you are going through, I know. People will tell you that it gets easier, but it really doesn't. You just learn to adjust. And that isn't easy either. Call me if you need anything!
Love ya
Tonya