Brandon Lee Blanton, age 44, and a resident of Packerton, lost his life as the result of a house fire on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019, at 12:45 a.m.
He was born on Nov. 2, 1974, in Warsaw. He was the son of Gene and Sue Hopkins Blanton and one of six Blanton children. He grew up in Kosciusko County and attended school in Warsaw. On July 11, 2014, Brandon was married to Angela Ousley, who survives.
Brandon was previously employed by Midwest Rake and was a lover of music. He played guitar and drums and fiercely loved his children and family. He was a private person with a strong independent streak who will be dearly missed.
A list of those who survive include his wife, Angela Blanton, of Packerton; three sons, Draven Blanton, Gaven Blanton and Evan Blanton, of Packerton; stepdaughter, Makaila Ousley, of Claypool; parents, Gene and Sue Blanton, of Packerton; two sisters, Tammie (Jack) Rich, of Claypool; and Candi Kayler, of Warsaw; three brothers, Roger (Lesa) Blanton, of Mentone; Dan Blanton, of Warsaw; and Ron (Carla) Blanton, of Pierceton; and his in-laws, Troy and Janet Ousley, of Claypool.
Both sets of grandparents preceded him in passing.
A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Brandon’s arrangements were entrusted to Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw.
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Memorials to the family and mailed to Titus Funeral Home, 2000 East Sheridan Street, Warsaw, Indiana 46580.
Condolences may be sent by visiting their website at www.TitusFuneralHome.com.
