Randy Blanton, born August 10, 1956, to Elige Blanton Jr. and Geraldine Blanton, passed away leaving behind a legacy of quiet strength, enduring relationships with everyone he came into contact with, and a life deeply intertwined with those who cared for him and loved him as family.

Randy was preceded in death by his parents, Elige Blanton Jr. and Geraldine Blanton; his brothers Jack Blanton, Lee Blanton, Tony Blanton, Tim Blanton, Jerry Blanton, and Billy Blanton; his sister Janie Blanton; and a very special friend, Charles Bishop.

Though Randy experienced great lost in his lifetime, what defined him most was his strength and the love that surrounded him in his later years. He is survived by his devoted caretakers, who became so much more than that, they became his family, his comfort, and his constant. Corey and Allie Staley, along with Kardyn and Kacedyn Staley, Annabelle Stephens, and Brayden Cook, welcomed Randy into their lives and hearts. Randy became part of their family in a way that was real, meaningful, and lasting. The bond they built with him was something rare and irreplaceable, filled with compassion, patience, laughter, and unwavering care. Randy found not only support in them, but a true sense of belonging, and that love will carry on in their hearts forever.

He is also survived by Tammy and Cecil Powers, and Lendon and Brenda Lay, all of whom played meaningful roles in his life and brought him companionship and care. Along with many more people along his journey he brought his light into there lives.

Randy's guardians, Devin and Jazma Staley, stood by him with dedication and love, ensuring he was always protected and supported. His longtime roommate of over 20 years, Christopher Stockton, shared in countless daily moments with Randy, moments that built a quiet but meaningful companionship that lasted decades.

He is further survived by his siblings John Blanton, Gary Blanton, Jess Blanton, Sherry Thompson, Kathy Blanton, and Bonnie Blanton, who remain part of his family and story.

Randy's life was not defined by possessions or titles, but by the connections he formed and the people who chose to stand beside him. In the end, it was love, pure, steady, and selflessness that shaped his world.

He will be deeply missed, forever remembered, and always cherished by those who knew him not just as someone they cared for, but as someone they loved.

Visitation will be in the chapel of the Tri City Funeral Home on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 10 am until the funeral hour. His funeral will be at 12 pm with the Reverend Mark Turner officiating. Interment will follow at the Resthaven Cemetery in Keith, KY with family and friends serving as pallbearers.

Tri City Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Randy Blanton.