230 Community Street
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Last updated on April 27, 2024
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Directions from Boarding Home to site 10:
- Turn right on E Rock St
- Then turn right on Community Street
- Site 11 is on the right in 200 feet
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George Henry Blakey owned and operated Blakey’s and Smart Craft Upholstery. He was born on June 26, 1929 in McGaheysville, Virginia. He served in the US Army during the Korean War. Blakey was an active member of the community. He was the secretary and treasurer of the Men Against Drugs program. He was a member of the Asbury United Methodist Church, the American Legion Post No. 27, VFM Post No. 632, Dayton-Bridgewater Lions Club, Omar Masonic Lodge No. 226, and Gemeinschaft Home. He was also an avid member of the Harrisonburg Democratic Committee. George Blakey passed on November 6, 2006. His impact and legacy will not be forgotten.
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