Mahlon Blue

Mahlon Blue

 Rodanthe, NC

 Mahlon Masling Blue (1952-2012) of Rodanthe, NC, passed away on January 30, 2012. Loving husband of Judith Blue; wonderful father of Colleen (Lance) of Chapel Hill, NC, Mahlon Jesse (Amanda) of Norfolk, VA, and Meagan (Tyler) of Rodanthe, NC; adoring grandfather of Karina and Michael; and caring brother of A.C., Joe and Danny Blue.

Mahlon spent most of his childhood in Manitoba, Canada, Fayetteville, NC and Norfolk, VA. At 18, he joined the US Army during the Vietnam War where he made lifelong friends and was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service. In Norfolk, he raised three children and worked at the Naval Base for more than 20 years. The lead singer of the Sunnyland Blues Band and Louisiana Mudbugs, Mahlon was a founding member of the Natchel’ Blues Network. He retired and moved to Rodanthe to be close to his beloved mother-n-law, Olive O’Neal Patrick. In Rodanthe, he enjoyed living at the beach, working, reading, and playing guitar with the Frisco Jubilee. Mahlon had a deep passion for all music, and loved his family and friends dearly. He will be sorely missed by all.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Center on Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 2 PM at 23186 Myrna Peters Road in Rodanthe.  Memorial contributions can be made to Fair Haven United Methodist Church or Duke Cancer Institute for esophageal cancer research.

 Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo, NC is assisting the family with arrangements. 

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  1. Pat Sandman on February 3rd, 2012 8:30 am

    I’m so sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with you in this very sad time.


  2. Joel Blue on February 3rd, 2012 10:51 am

    Brother ,father, husband ,
    grandpa too…
    love you.. miss you…
    Mahlon
    Masling
    Blue


  3. Skip, Terri and Ry Keith on February 3rd, 2012 9:30 pm

    His music, his laugh and his company were always special. Our prayers are with Judy, the kids, Joe and the rest of the family. Mahlon will be greatly missed.


  4. bret fikentscher on February 5th, 2012 8:06 am

    “Today’s a Gift” indeed. You were my brother and will be missed more than words can convey. My love and hugs to Judy, Colleen, Jesse, Meghan, A.C., Joe and Dan the Man.


  5. Susan Rodgerson Kidd on February 5th, 2012 2:36 pm

    Judy~ I was so sorry to read this in newspaper this morning. I pray that Father God will give you & your family comfort and carry you through this difficult time. ~Susan Kidd


  6. Linda Bunch on February 6th, 2012 4:19 am

    Mahlon was a fortunate man to be so loved and jn having lived a full life. My prayers are with you Judy and all who loved Mahlon. Mama and I will see you Sunday. Love, Linda


  7. Barb & Tom Layton on February 6th, 2012 10:58 am

    Our thoughts are with your family. May the words in Psalms 34:15 give you hope and comfort.


  8. Ken Hatfield on February 10th, 2012 8:28 am

    Mahlon was such a remarkable soul that my profound sadness at his passing is the only window I have to the grief that Judy, Colleen, Meagan, Jesse, Joe, Danny, A.C. and the rest of the family that he loved so much must be going through at this time. Just like the lives of those fortunate enough to know Mahlon, our little blue planet was graced for 59 years with Mahlon’s presence. For that we are all thankful. I prey that gratitude will help heal us in this time of loss.


  9. Connie Mannix on February 11th, 2012 4:47 am

    I am so sorry for your loss.I will be praying for each of you.I wish I could be there for you,May God bless you in yor time of sorrow.


  10. Kathy Cornell Berman on February 11th, 2012 10:38 am

    Judy,
    I am so sorry to hear about Mahlon’s passing. I always loved hearing him sing and play the guitar. My condolences to you and your family.


  11. Suzanne Paul Ingersoll on February 11th, 2012 12:32 pm

    Judy,
    Kathy told me about Mahlon, I am so sorry. I have such great memories of you two and I will hold them dear.


  12. Marlene Lyon on February 14th, 2012 11:53 am

    I did not know Mahlon, our great grandmothers were half sisters. I did know his music and love it. My condolences to all of your family.


  13. Donna Blue Glass on February 26th, 2012 2:45 pm

    First Cousin to Mahlon,I have many good memories of Mahlon when he visited family here in Louisiana. Our sympathy goes to all the family, Judy, children, grandchildren, and brothers. Love, Donna and Leonard Glass


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