John Daniel "Danny" Blackstock, 85, passed away at his home on May 28, 2025.  He was born on November 18, 1939, in Webster County Georgia, to the late John Henry Blackstock and Annie Maude Daniel Blackstock.

Danny is survived by his wife, Linda Carter Blackstock, his son, Michael Blackstock, daughter, Andree Shackelford and granddaughter, Danielle Shackelford.

He is preceded in death by both of his parents, his brother, Dozier Blackstock and his sister, Jackie Sellers.

Danny graduated from Webster County high school and attended Georgia Southwestern College. He graduated from Valdosta State College with a bachelor's degree in 1963. It was during his time at Valdosta State College that he met his wife of 61 years, Linda.

Danny began his teaching career in Colquitt County and later taught in Cook County. In 1972, Danny received his Master's degree in Special Education from Valdosta State College.

In addition to teaching, Danny had served other areas of work. He served 8 years in the United State Army Reserve and a brief service at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. He operated the Ceramic Center for the City of Moultrie, Georgia for many years.

Danny spent his summers working with the tobacco markets in Colquitt County as a bookkeeper for Tobacco Companies at the Tobacco Auctions.

Danny's first love has always been his family farm in Webster County, Georgia. He raised cows there until his diagnosis with renal cancer in 2019. At that time, he switched from cows to herding goats and chickens as well as cats. His family farm in Webster County is where he was born, raised, lived, and passed away.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to your choice of humane society or animal rescue.

Baldwin Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.  Baldwin Funeral Home, P O Box 394, Richland, GA 31825, 50 Overby St. www.baldwinfuneralhome.com .  Please visit the web site.