Dr. David Carter Blanton, 68, of Front Royal, VA died Friday July 1, 2022 at Blue Ridge Hospice Inpatient Center due to respiratory complications.
David was born on January 13, 1954 in Winchester, son of the late William Douglas and Louie Eldonia Morris Blanton.
Surviving are a daughter, Kirsten Blanton of Gainesville and a brother, Gray Blanton of Front Royal. He is also survived by three nephews, Chris Peterson, Alex Blanton and Devin Blanton and their families.
Along with his parents he was predeceased by a brother, William Douglas Blanton, Jr. and a sister, Cherry Blanton Peterson. David was also predeceased by his beloved Chihuahua, Tiger, by 12 hours. They will be interred together.
David graduated from Warren County High School in 1972 and then attended Randolph-Macon College. He completed his DDS degree in 1979 from the VCU-MCV School of Dentistry. He returned to Front Royal to open his own dental practice where he worked until his retirement in 2010.
As long as David’s health allowed he was an active member of Riverton United Methodist Church. He was the audio/visual technician for services as well as a participant in church grounds maintenance. Pastor Roberson said it was accurate to say he was Chief Sausage Gravy Preparer for church fund raising breakfasts. David was also an Officer of Elections in Front Royal.
The Blanton family owned Redskin season tickets for 30 years and David was an avid fan. He attended the 1984, 1988 and 1992 Super Bowls.
There will be a memorial service for David on Friday, July 29th at Riverton United Methodist Church officiated by Rev. Marc Roberson at 1:00pm. The family will receive friends at the church prior to the service beginning at 12:00pm. Interment will be immediately following the service at Prospect Hill Cemetery. Reception to follow at the church.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Riverton United Methodist Church, 55 East Strasburg Road, Front Royal, VA 22630.
Kirsten, Gray, and family,
David was one of kind. I first met him in 1970. I believe he was 15. At that time he had given up the title of “baby”, since Chris had been born. Mamie was very familiar with what foods David and Gray liked. He loved watching football with his brother and dad and wrestling with his little nephew. He took good care of the family cat, Purher. He was so intelligent and I remember his graduation from high school, college, and dental school. I remember the first time we met Elaine and the birth of Kirsten. Those were happy times. I know he had some rough moments, but he is with his Lord and Savior now and finally at peace.
Sending love and hugs to all of you. Debbie
He was my dentist in the early 90s
He was a great and kind man.
He will be missed as well as Tiger…He was a wonderful client and friend! We enjoyed visiting with David and his sidekick!
Prayers and Love to all❤
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