Daniel Blakeman

Daniel Lynn Blakeman, 77, passed away on August 6, 2022, in his hometown of Louisville, KY. His family meant the world to him and he appreciated all the time he was able to spend with them in his final years. Danny enjoyed playing golf, playing cards, fishing, and taking trips with his friends and family. He spent his early career as a phone technician for Western Electric and then as a car salesman for Swope Automotive Group. Danny was a fun, loving guy who enjoyed life to the fullest. He will be greatly missed by his family and all of his friends who loved him dearly.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Rhoda Blakeman and his wife of 57 years, Mary Neil Blakeman (Sherrard).

Danny leaves behind three daughters; Melissa McGrath (James), Tammy Goodlett (Darren), Stacey Blakeman (Joe Werth), eight grandchildren; Timberly Kerby (Josh), Kaitlyn Weir (Adam), Kyle McGrath (Jessie), Corey Goodlett (Peyton), Cole Goodlett (Katie), Kolin McGrath (Trent), Leroy and Otis Werth; seven great grandchildren; Torren, Lillie, Charlie, Daisy, Cooper, Stevie and Olivia; three sisters; Rebecca Dunning (Bob), Carol Amos (Charlie) and June Myers (Phil) along with several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Danny’s life will be at Riverside Farnsley Moremen Landing, 7410 Moorman Road, Louisville, KY 40272, on Friday, September 16, from 3:30 - 7:30 pm with a memorial service at 4:30 pm.

In lieu of flowers the family would like for donations to be made to Shirley’s Way, 10966 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40272.

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