GRANT WILLIAM BLACKMAN JR

Celebration of life for Grant William Blackman Jr 

Jun 1, 1928 - January 7, 2025 

Monday, January 20, 2025 

11:00 a.m. 

East Olympic Funeral Home 

4556 E. Olympic Blvd 

Los Angeles, California 90022 

(323) 260-7995 

Officiant: Pres. Blackmon Sr. 

Eulogist: Rev. Dr. E. Wayne Gaddis

Order of Service: 

Processional 

Opening Words & Introduction*************Pres. Blackmon Sr. Prayer****************************************Rev. Dr. E. Wayne Gaddis Scriptures 

Old Testament************************Rev. Dr. E. Wayne Gaddis New Testament**********************Rev. Dr. E. Wayne Gaddis 

Presentation********************************The Masonic Order 

Solo/Selection*******************************Pres. Blackmon Sr. Acknowledgements & Resolution 

Reflections & Remarks (2-minute limit) 

Obituary****************************************Mary Blackman Poem Reading********************************Myisha Ford Eulogy***************************************Dr. Rev. E. Wayne Gaddis Final Remarks*******************************Pres. Blackmon Sr. Parting view

Obituary 

Grant William Blackman was born to the proud parents of Mr. & Mrs. Grant Blackman Sr. in Eudora, Arkansas he was the eldest of five children. Grant accepted Christ at an early age and later joined the Army where he served his country well earning full achievements and honors. Grant later met and married Edith M. McClain and from this union they had two children Brenda & Lynn. 

Grant was a family man and he enjoyed being around his family and friends, he enjoyed cooking and “oh boy” he could cook better than most. Grant was loved by all who knew him. Grant’s memory was so sharp, he remembered dates and places at 96 years of age better than many. Stories that he would tell would keep you laughing and wanting to hear more he was a joy to have around. His smile and laughter would just light up the room, his presence was well felt when he entered the room, very helpful and knowledgeable. A great man, and a well respected man, when you combine these two descriptions of a man, you are definitely talking about Grant William Blackman. 

Grant will surely be missed by all and his strong family oriented legacy will continue to shine and uplift us all. Grant became ill and passed away on January 7, 2025. 

He leaves to cherish his precious memories (1) daughter Brenda Davis, (1) son Lynn Blackman Sr. who preceded him in death, (1) daughter in law Mary Blackman, (2) grandson Lynn Blackman Jr., James Ford (4) granddaughters Linda, Myisha, Rachael, Natalie, (2) 

brothers Robert Blackman, Eddie Blackman Sr. (2) sisters Bertha Blackman, Ruthie Williams, (2) sister in laws Johnnie Blackman, Alma Blackman all who preceded him in death. A host of great grand kids, cousins,nephews and nieces and great nephews and nieces.

Dedication 

Written by: Myisha Ford 

I Have Done it All 

You guys are here to celebrate my life, 

Don’t cry, Don’t be sad, 

I lived my life I gave it all I had, 

96 years in this world, 

Raised my son and my baby girl, 

I have done it all, 

One thing in life we all must leave, 

If y’all leave like me it’s nothing but peace, 

For all my years of wisdom and strength, 

I want you all to smile and know I’m good, 

I have done it all, 

So don’t cry for me celebrate me, 

Because I have traveled around this world and saw all I could see, I bet all of you wish you could live as long as me, 

To my daughter I’m always gonna be with you your brother and I got you, I have done it all, 

To all my friends and family near and far, 

I loved you all when you want to talk to me 

Just look to the stars, 

So let’s hurry this up cause you know me sitting long doesn’t give me peace, 

Pray, Rejoice and Say see ya later, 

Because I’m in heaven checking out the new elevator. 

Love Grant William Blackman 

01/07/2025

Fond Memories & Reflections

Acknowledgements 

The Blackman Family would like to thank you for being a part of Grant’s life and joining us during our bereavement. Your love and heartfelt words have touched our hearts. Your thoughts and prayers are greatly appreciated, and you will always be remembered for that. May God shower his many blessings upon each of you. 

Much love always, The Blackman Family. 

Repast 

Immediately following the services 

Dining Hall 

Olympic Funeral Home 

4556 E. Olympic Blvd.