Benjamin Franklin Blackman, lifelong resident of Bagdad, FL., passed away peacefully on September 18, 2018, at the age of 64, with loved ones at his side.

He is survived by two children, Christopher B. Blackman and Sarah A. Blackman; two siblings, Mark R. Blackman (Amy) and Melody B. Hobbs (Keith) along with many loyal and caring friends and relatives.