David W. Blackford, Sr. age 64, of Lebanon and Waynetown native, passed away in his home at 10:45 PM Wednesday, December 10, 2025 following a lengthy illness.  He was born in Crawfordsville son of the late Donald R. and Beverly J. Ridge Blackford.

He was raised in Waynetown and attended North Montgomery High School.  David was a veteran on the U.S. Army and had worked as a self-employed mechanic.  He was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church in Lebanon.

David enjoyed fishing, being with his family and watching John Wayne westerns and movies.  He was very patriotic and was proud of his military service even though he suffered injuries while serving that limited his ability to work.

Surviving are his children: a son; D.J. Blackford, Jr. of Lebanon, daughter; Dayonna Murdock of Crawfordsville, son; Donnie Blackford of Williamsport, daughter Tobey Blackford of Crawfordsville, brother, Charles (Amy) Blackford of Noblesville, sister Beth (Don) Brooks of Crawfordsville.  Eighteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren also survive.  He was preceded in death by his parents, fiancé Ruthanna Brissy and grandson Nicholas Blackford.

Visitation will be held 1:00 - 2:00 PM Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at Family and Friends Funeral Home of Wingate with Military Honors provided by the U.S. Army and American Legion  Post #72 Honor Guard at 2:00 PM followed with a funeral service by Pastor Dave Keesee.  Burial will follow in Waynetown Masonic Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be directed to American Legion Post 72 Honor Guard or Montgomery County Animal Welfare League.  Visit us online at www.familyandfriendsfh.com to sign the guest book or share a memory