Wendell R. Blue

Wendell R. Blue, 89, of Laurel, MS passed away on May 18, 2023 at South Central Medical Center surrounded by his family. Wendell was a 1951 graduate of Sandersville High School before he served in the United States Navy in the Pacific Fleet during the Korean war. He went on to graduate from the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in 1960. Wendell will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He lived a life full of adventure, service, and dedication to his family and profession. He was well-respected in his field and made many contributions to the industry. Wendell’s family was the most important thing to him. He enjoyed spending time with his girls and his loved ones, sharing stories and creating memories together. He will be remembered for his kind heart and generous spirit. Wendell’s passing is a great loss to his family and community, He will always be remembered as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend who made a difference in the lives of those around him. Wendell was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. David Rupert Blue and Wilda Lily Rustin, of Laurel; brothers Jerreld Blue and Doval Blue; sister Louise (Blue) Russell of Laurel; and grandson Aaron James Lanari, of California. Mr. Blue is survived by his wife of 34 years, Louise Blue; sister Eloise (Blue) Morgan of Laurel; daughters Wendi (Bryan) Blue Chaddick and Suzanne (Larry) Blue Buckley, both of California; step daughter Janet (Charles) McMillan of Laurel; grandchildren Andrew Lanari, Courtney Weis (husband Andy) Nicholas Lanari, Benjamin Lanari, all of California; and Erich and Evan Taylor of Laurel, Chase McMillan of Laurel; great grandchildren Alexandra Weis and Anthony Weis, of California. Visitation will be held 5-8 P.M. on Sunday, May 21, 2023 and on Monday, May 22, 2023 from 1-2 P.M. with funeral services to follow at Memory Chapel Funeral Home beginning at 2 P.M. Interment will be held at Lake Congregational Methodist Church cemetery. Brother Jimmy Holder to officiate. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com

Wendell R. Blue

October 31, 1933 - May 18, 2023