A resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at his home. He was born June 1, 1941 in Kentwood, LA and was 82 years of age. He is survived by his nephew, William Clayton Blades and special friend, Susie Corkern; great-niece, Deanna Blades Hodges and husband, Quincy; great-nephew, Jamie Blades; great-great nieces, Jaylee and Riley Hodges; and numerous other nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Mattie Cutrer Blades; 8 brothers, Royal, Cleon, Clovis, Russell, Willie Joe, James, Luther, and Melvin "Doc" Blades. Graveside Services will be held at Bond-Needham Cemetery, Kentwood, LA at 10:00AM Thursday, May 30, 2024. Services conducted by Rev. David Cutrer. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.