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AIKEN,SC - YOUNGBLOOD-John M. "Bill" Youngblood Sr., age 91 of Aiken, S.C., loving husband for 66 wonderful years to Mary Johnson Youngblood and son of the late Samuel Lafate Youngblood and the late Mattie Estelle Goss Youngblood, answered God's call and went to be with his Lord and Savior on the Lord's Day, Sunday, April 30, 2017. In addition to his wife, he is survived by sons, John M (Karen) Youngblood, Jr. of New Ellenton, S.C. and Ernest L. Youngblood of Aiken, S.C.; a daughter, Sue Y. (Willie) Simon; a daughter-in-law, Donna Youngblood both of Aiken, S.C.; nine grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Michael L. Youngblood; seven brothers and three sisters. He was well known through the local area, as he sold insurance for Life of Virginia for over 40 years. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was a dedicated and faithful Charter member of Couchton Baptist Church. He loved his family, his church and his church family supremely, and he would do anything he could to exemplify this love he had for all three. A man of his caliber shall be greatly missed by his family and all whose lives he touched during the 91 precious years that his God granted him on this earth. Earth's loss is truly Heaven's gain. The family will receive friends at Couchton Baptist Church this Tuesday evening, May 2nd from 6:00 until 8:00 PM. A service, celebrating his life and homegoing, will be held at the church on Wednesday morning, May 3, 2017 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Gary Romines, Rev. George Koon and Rev. Mayhew West officiating. The interment will follow at the Graniteville Cemetery. The Pallbearers will be grandsons, Daniel Simon, Wes Simon, Jake Youngblood, Luke Youngblood, Ed Redd, Josh Wilson, Dean Whetstone, Brad Briatico and his great grandson, Braden Briatico. Memorials may be made to Couchton Baptist Church Bldg. Fund, 3171 Wagener Rd.., Aiken, S.C. 29801. Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main Street. Graniteville SC, 29829 is in charge of the funeral arrangements. You may sign the guest registry at www.napierfuneralhomeinc.com
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Ronnie and Beryl Arbaugh
May 4, 2017
This is such a sad time. Please know we are thinking of you every day,and we know that God will continue to watch over all of you.
Larry Lynn
May 3, 2017
Mr. Bill, gonna miss you sir. Heaven just got a good one. Being a Youngblood I am sure you and the Lord have already started talking about the next fish fry. lol.... RIP Mr. Bill...
Don & Jena Chambers
May 3, 2017
Prayers for you and your family Mr. Mel on this loss of your Father. Much love to Mrs. Karen, Angela, Sara and Victoria.
Dan and Myra Reece
May 3, 2017
Ernie, We are so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a fine gentleman and I always enjoyed the times I had the opportunity to speak with him. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Howard and Marie Deer
May 3, 2017
Our thoughts and Prayers go out to you and your Family Ernie. May God Comfort you during this difficult time.
Melanie Courtney Boyd
May 3, 2017
May you find peace in knowing Mr. Bill is with his Lord and Savior and he suffers no more. May you find comfort in your precious memories of Mr. Bill. Love and prayers for the entire Youngblood family.
Billy and Mary Wright
May 2, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort for the family.
Rep Bill & Donna Taylor
May 2, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Youngblood family. God be with you!
May 2, 2017
To Brad, Ashley, the children, Donna & The entire Youngblood family, we are so very sorry to hear about the loss of such a great man. Please accept our sincerest condolences, Love, Connie, Bobby, Zach, Stephanie, Taylor & Grandma Mary. We Love You All...
Jackie & Larry Allen
May 2, 2017
Mr. Bill was such a special Godly man. He always had a smile on his face and never met a stranger. He will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace Mr. Bill. Our love and prayers to the family.
Charles & Marie Heath
May 2, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. Mr. Youngblood was a fine man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
May 2, 2017
We love you all dearly. Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you all. Raymond and Miriam
Olin Sanders
May 2, 2017
Praying for you and your family coach Mel . Sorry for your loss
Travis Hatcher
May 2, 2017
Youngblood Family - My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Diane Massingill
May 2, 2017
We will miss you Mr. Bill, I love you and your family very much. Thank you for being such a strong Christian influence. God Bless you and your family. Say hello to Mama and Daddy in Heaven!
Renee Halcomb -Gade
May 1, 2017
A fine man and a part of my life. He was warm, funny and strict on "us kids". Growing up with Sue and the brothers was special and he was part of the reason. I did love him. To the family. ...may you find the comfort and peace you need. He is in Glory. Praise the Lord that I knew him.
Sidney (Cindy) Hite
May 1, 2017
Sidney (Cindy) Schifferli
May 1, 2017
Aunt Mary, Mel, Ernie, Sue & family - I will miss Uncle Bill very much. He was always such a blessing to be around, and always so uplifting. I am keeping you all in my prayers.
Loy Youngblood
May 1, 2017
Uncle Bill, we had some great times together over the years. I remember you always had a song in your heart and a smile on your face. You will be missed. I am praying for Aunt Mary, Mel, Ernie, Sue, Donna and the Youngblood Family, may God bless and comfort you all.
Beth Gantt Clark
May 1, 2017
We will miss you Uncle Bill.
Beth Gantt Clark, Lee & Brandon
Margaret Murphy
May 1, 2017
I will miss you Mr. Bill.
Terrie Parrish
May 1, 2017
I loved Mr. Bill and all of the family. My prayers are with you all.
Terrie Parrish
Teresa Simmons
May 1, 2017
Our hearts are truly saddened at the loss of Mr. Bill. Such a Godly man and loved his Lord, Family, and Church Family. Prayers being lifted for Mrs. Mary, Ernie, Sue and his sweet family. We love you all so very much. Teresa and Randy
Gloria Stone
May 1, 2017
Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Having lost Daddy and Mom, there's an empty place in your heart that can never be filled till you meet them on the other side. G-d bless, Gloria Bell Stone, Mark Bell, and Jason and June Stone.
Tammy Clark
May 1, 2017
I am deeply sorry, and I can say I honestly know what you are going through, my prayers are with everyone, and I love all of your Family. Love in Christ, Tammy Martin Clark
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