Jose Antonio Blanco

Jose Antonio Blanco, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024 at age 96.  Born on August 6, 1928 in Cuba.  Jose lived a full and vibrant life defined by hard work and love.

Jose is survived by his devoted wife of nearly 64 years, Josefa Estilita Blanco, his two daughters, Isabel Blanco (spouse Eleanor Kerlow) and Ana Doris Blanco-Logsdon (husband Thomas R. Logsdon) and his cherished granddaughter, Marina Kerlow.

Before moving to the United States in 1954, Jose was a small aircraft pilot and worked as a crop duster in Cuba, a job that spoke to his adventurous spirit.  After immigrating to the U.S. he proudly served in the US Army during the Korean War.

On November 21, 1960 he married Josefa beginning a partnership that would span over six decades.

Together, Jose and Josefa ran a full service upholstery business for more that 60 years.  Jose’s charisma and personality shone through in every interaction and his entertaining Spanglish and knack for storytelling made him unforgettable to everyone he met.  He had a unique gift for bringing smiles and laughter making friends wherever he went.

Jose’s warmth and humor will be deeply missed.

Relatives and friends are invited to a burial site gathering that will held Wednesday 9/25 at 11:00 am at Maryland National Memorial Park 13300 Baltimore Ave Laurel, MD 20707.

In lieu of flowers Jose’s wishes were that donations be made to the Humane Rescue Alliance of Washington, D.C.

Humane Rescue Alliance
71 Oglethorpe Street NW, Washington DC 20011
Tel: 1-202-827-4940
Email: development@humanerescuealliance.org
Web: https://www.humanerescuealliance.org/support-us