In loving memory of

Tony A. Blackman
September 6, 1970 - July 29, 2017

Tony A. Blackman was born September 6, 1970, at Denison, Iowa, the son of Barry W. and Marie Blackman. He passed away Saturday, July 29, 2017, at Loring Hospital in Sac City, Iowa, at the age of forty-six.
Tony received his education in the Denison Community Schools and earned an Associate Degree at Western Iowa Tech in Denison in 2011. He was united in marriage to Becky Bretey on December 1, 1990. They celebrated 26 years of marriage, but if he told you how many years it was always a higher number. He served his country in the National Guard. Tony was employed in the meat department at No Frills Supermarket in Denison for three years and then began his 25-year employment at Farmland where he worked production, Quality Assurance, and then as a supervisor. He subsequently was employed as a USDA meat inspector at Tyson in Storm Lake, Iowa.
Hunting and fishing in the area, camping, taking vacations - having recently gone parasailing – and posting pictures on facebook were his favorite things to do in his leisure time. He also enjoyed attending car shows, driving his dad’s ‘55 Chevy, or just cruising around in his ’77 Monte Carlo. He was a collector of shot glasses and Harley Davidson shirts. American Pickers, Counts Customs, Top Gear, Fast and Loud, classic westerns and action movies were his favorite television shows. He also enjoyed listening to country music and spending time with his family.
Tony was preceded in death by his father, Barry, and his father-in-law, Dale. Survivors include: his wife, Becky of Early, Iowa; one son, Jake and his wife, Kristina and expected granddaughter of Schleswig, Iowa; one daughter, Megan and boyfriend, Bret of Sac City, Iowa; his mother, Marie of Denison, Iowa ; two brothers: Travis and his wife, Amy of Westside, Iowa and Tyson of Ida Grove, Iowa; one sister, Tiffany of Vail, Iowa; mother-in-law, Tudy of Denison; brothers-in-law: Clayton and his wife, Laurie of Exira, Iowa; Kurt and his wife, Shelly of Palestine, Texas; Keith and his wife, Teri of LeMars, Iowa; Tony and his wife, Nicole of Blair, Nebraska; one sister-in-law, Paulette and her husband, Todd of Ashton, Iowa; and many nieces and nephews.

Tributes

Karen Shorney wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Lit a candle in memory of Tony A. Blackman"

Glenda Bielenberg and family wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Thoughts and prayers to Becky, Jake, Megan, and all of Tony's family. Tony will be missed by all who knew him, a genuine nice guy that was taken from this earth way too soon. God had a different plan for him in heaven but his memory will be with you always."

Paula Streit wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Lori Phillips wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Jesse bral wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Terry and Tina Henson wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Prayers to the Blackman family.. Terry and Tina Henson"

Marie wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"My heart is broken and weighs heavy who would have known you would leave us so soon.I miss you so much,I feel as though I am in a dream.I wait for you to Calle even at3:00 or 3:30 as you did every day on your way home from work,but I know you and Dad are in heaven together fishing,hunting, driving your 77 month carol,and Dad driving his 55 Chevy.I know you are both resting peacefully.You were taken from us way to soon. Love and miss you so much."

matt kimpson wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Tyson Campbell wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Kevin & Ronda wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Tony I'm still in awe hearing that we lost you way to soon. Becky, Jake & Megan my heart goes out to you for losing your husband, dad & great friend I have you all in my prayers. Aunt Marie, Tiffany, Travis & TJ you are in my prayers also, so sorry for the lose of your eldest son & brother. May god be with you all thru this time of need."

Alisha Beermann wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Going to miss all your family Facebook posts. Rest easy friend!:heart:"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Love you lots brother! This really sucks! I know that your happy as hell to be up there with dad! You 2 enjoy and keep watching over all of us down here! I sure love u both so much and miss u both! Sending lots of love!"

Christine Briggle wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Tony Hill wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Kyle Schultz and family wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Raenada Jolley wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Sandy and Corky Sorenson wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Koreen Delp wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Tiffany Martinez wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Brother I love u and miss you! Rest easy and watch over all us crazies left down here! Love u lots and miss u tons!"

Mick King wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Jesse & Katie Huisinga wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Tonia Boyd wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Mark Lutz wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Kitty Caporale wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"So sad... My deepest condolences to Becky and the entire family"

Cheryl Segebart Schultz wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Kristin Napoli wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Sarah Totten wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Jerry Boger wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Shawn Rhoades wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Lafrentz family, Sgt. Bluff, IA wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Brenda Meggers wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Sarah totten wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Brenda Crouch wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Roxxy wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Barb Blunk Oviatt wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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virgie wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"My deepest sympathy to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Virgie"

Angie eubanks wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"A great person was so easy to talk to gong to miss your posts on facebook friend you're going to be missed by everyone my condolences to all the Blackman family and Becky rest easy my friend"

Susan Hopp wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Rest in peace Tony you will be missed by so many prayers to family"

Sandy Whitenack wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Kari Brightwell wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Mary Phillips wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Kathy Lickteig wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Dave Wiges wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Susan Grau wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Bill and Vicki Lyman wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Ardie Buller wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Roger Quandt wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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John &Shauna Heiden wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Allen and Sandy Hansohn wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Lyle Schumann wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Terry Deb Hottendorf wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Kelly Bubke Wessel wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Rhonda Santellanes wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"RIP. Such a sad loss. Prayers for his family"

Steve Barnhouse wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Randy & Vicki Schraeder wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Kate Slater wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Connie Davis wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"A great man. Gone to soon. Prayers and condolences to all family members"

Joyce and Russ Klein wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Dottie Ortwine wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Merlin and Janice Arnold wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Jan Eggers wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Your family is in my thoughts and prayers! A very good guy."

Charlie Croghan wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Sympathy to the Blackman family!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Feb 3, 2019:

"Love you brother! Not a day goes by that I dont think about u! Miss u lots!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on May 21, 2018:

"Hello brother...thinking bout you lots today! Sending lots of hugs and love yo your way! Love ya and miss ya lots!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Dec 5, 2017:

"Hey brother, hope all is well! Miss u a ton! Love ya lots!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Aug 10, 2017:

"Thanks for coming down for the wake R Michael! It meant so much to me! Thanks again!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Aug 10, 2017:

"Love u mama! Hose 2 are having the times of their lives! We miss them dearly but know that they are resting peacefully and loving each other's company up there!"

Clayton Bretey wrote on Aug 5, 2017:

"I had a lot of respect for Tony in how he loved and cared for Becky and his family. His positive, upbeat, humorous, and generous attitude are an inspiration."

Rick lorenzen wrote on Aug 3, 2017:

"You have my deepest deepest sympathy"

Lafrentz family, Sgt. Bluff, IA wrote on Aug 3, 2017:

"Our family has been thinking and praying of your family. God's Blessings to you all!"

Jolene Streck wrote on Aug 3, 2017:

"My deepest sympathy and prayers (speechles)."

Marsha Billups wrote on Aug 2, 2017:

"Tony Blackman will never be forgotten and we will always keep his family up lifted to God in prayers. We entered into the job same date and went to orientation class together Tony called me and considered me as his friend. and sincerely meant it from the bottom of his heart. Tony we will miss you Terribly and you are still my friend in my heat always and forever!!!!"

Sandy and Corky Sorenson wrote on Aug 1, 2017:

"Our sincere sympathies to the whole family I am sure Tony and Barry are cruising golden streets in their 55 chevy and 77 monte carlo about now, Love Sandy and Corky"

R Allen wrote on Aug 1, 2017:

"Tony and I were talking about a time he went fishing. It was cold, windy, tough time to try to fish, he caught a nice fish. I asked what was you using for bait? It was so cold his bait froze, and we laughed and laughed. What a wonderful man with many memories I shall carry with me. Prayers for Tony's family."

Corlie Kohnekamp wrote on Aug 1, 2017:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family during this most difficult time. We were so sorry to hear of Tonys passing. May God Bless, comfort you, and bring you peace. Bill and Corlie Kohnekamp"

Linda Blunk wrote on Aug 1, 2017:

"Sorry about lost of tony blackman my thoughts and prayers sent to whole family"

Terry and Becky Coyle wrote on Aug 1, 2017:

"Tony and our son Kayle grew up and went to school together in Denison. He was always over at our house hangin out. We will miss him and his sense of humor. rest in peace Tony."

Christie Adams wrote on Aug 1, 2017:

"Prayers and thoughts during the difficult time for all the family. My deepest condolences. Christie Shook Adams"

Allen and Sandy Hansohn wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"We are so sorry to hear of Tony's passing. He was an awesome person and will be so greatly missed. Sending sympathy and prayers to the entire Blackman family."

Dan and Patti Muhlbauer wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"Sending our sympathy and love at this very difficult time... Sincerely, Dan and Patti Muhlbauer"

Lois wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"I have never seen anyone smile as much as Tony. It was contagious, he was such an outgoing person. Our sympathy to Becky and her family, and to Marie and her family. Paul & Lois"

Mark Lutz wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"Our thoughts & prayers to your family. Mark & Renee Lutz & family"

Missy stein wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"So sorry for your loss."

Cris Zamago wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"My deepest condolences to the Blackman family, RIP my friend!"

CyNn Irene wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"Such a sad loss:cry: a great person all around! Truely will be missed! Rest In Heaven my friend!"

brenda wright wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"Your family is in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. "

Thomas Blackman wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"You will be missed so much Cruz I am so sorry we did not have more time to spend time with that we could not of found each other sooner I love u Cruz rip"

Susan Grau wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"I am so sorry for your loss. Sure doesn't seem that long ago we all worked together and you started dating. Keep your memories close to your heart. Sending hugs and prayers"

Peaches wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"We send our sincere sympathy in the loss of a father, husband brother and son, may it comfort you to know how many caring thoughts are with you all at this sad time. With Sympathy . Larry and Peaches Campbell"

Eileen M Quandt wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Blackman families. So sorry for your loss."

Russ Quandt, Marge & Dan Miller wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"Tiffany and family, Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time."

misty siglin wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"A candle doesn't seem enough to light, your light shined a whole lot brighter than that to all who knew and loved you, so in honor of your love of a good fire, this ones for you my friend"

Kathy Lickteig wrote on Jul 31, 2017:

"So sorry for your great loss. Prayers and peace for family"