John Morris Blaylock passed away peacefully the evening of Tuesday, December 7 ^th , 2021 at his home in Spanish Fork, UT. John was born August 25 ^th , 1942, in Idaho Falls, ID, and is survived by his wife, Linda, of 58 years and four children: Kenneth Blaylock and his wife, Jana; Kevin Blaylock and his wife, JoAnna; Paul Blaylock and his wife, Elizabeth; and Pamella Pett and her husband, Troy.  He is joined in death by his youngest son, Benjamin Blaylock. He leaves behind 23 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren, all of whom will miss him greatly.

John was sealed to his wife, Linda, in 1963 in the Idaho Falls Temple and he remained a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints until his death. In his life, he spent many years dedicated to serving in his church congregations and being a strong patriarch of his own family.

In his early, years he enjoyed biking, swimming, gardening, and camping, supporting his family as a long-distance truck driver. When he wasn’t on the road, outdoors, or spending time with his family, John could be found devouring a new book, or spending time in his woodshop making things for his family. In quiet moments, he could be found playing chess with anyone that would play with him or whipping up delicious meals for his family. In his later years, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and telling his family stories around a campfire.

The viewing will be held at Walker Funeral Home in Spanish Fork, Friday, December 17 ^th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. A second viewing will be held at the church meetinghouse on 1167 South 1700 East, Spanish Fork UT, Saturday, December 18 ^th from 9:30-10:30 a.m., followed by the funeral services at 11:00 a.m.

For those unable to attend the service, please revisit this obituary just prior to 11 o’clock am on December 18, 2021 and click this link .

For those unable to attend the service, please revisit this obituary just prior to 11 o'clock am on December 18, 2021 and click this link .