Barbara Copeland Blakley, age 79 of Oneida, TN passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at her home. Born December 26, 1940 in Jamestown, Fentress County, TN, she was the daughter of the late William E. and Nola Abbott Copeland; and was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Oneida.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Norvan C. Blakley, Sr.
Barbara is survived by her son: Norvan C. Blakley, II; sister: Alice Brannom and husband Jerry of Albany, KY; brother: Carson Copeland of Cookeville, TN, brother-in-law: Arvis Blakley of Huntsville, TN; sister-in-law: Sue Blakley Reid and husband Jerry of Manchester, TN, grandchildren: Alicia Blakley Oaks and husband David of Cookeville, TN, Norvan ‘Curtis’ Blakley of Oneida, and Alec ‘Cameron’ Blakley and wife Matalyn; two great grandchildren: Harper Oaks and Knox Oaks; many nieces, nephews and other family members and friends.
Barbara’s wish was to have a graveside service for both her and her husband Norvan, Sr. However, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the service will be held at a later date.
Jones & Son Funeral Home is serving the family of Barbara Copeland Blakley.
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