Jean Blanton Walls, age 97, of Rover, passed from this life and went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.
Jean was born on April 29, 1927 in Rover to the late Sam B. and Ruth Elmore Blanton. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Bill Walls; and her brothers, Sam, Jr. and James Blanton (twin brother.)
She was a lifelong member of Rover Baptist Church. She loved going to church and did so until her health declined. She loved God and her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren with all her heart.
She is survived by two daughters, Melissa Cleek of Shelbyville, and Angela Thompson and husband Dwight of Bell Buckle; grandchildren, Zeke Cleek and wife Lauren, and Ben Thompson, along with four great grandchildren.
Per Jean’s request, she is to be cremated and a private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Doak Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
