Harry Springfield Blackwell

Harry Springfield Blackwell, 80, of Aiken County, South Carolina, passed away on November 14, 2026, at Edgefield Post Acute Care in Edgefield, SC. He was born on September 7, 1946, in Columbia, South Carolina.

Harry lived most of his life in Aiken County, where he built a life marked by hard work, and a lively spirit. He served his country in the United States Marine Corps, a commitment that remained an honored part of his life. In his working years, he was an industrial mechanic and worked at Metso and Beloit Manhattan. He later retired from the Aiken County Recycling Center in Couchton.

Harry was a man who loved the Lord and brought laughter to those around him. He was a funny guy and a prankster, someone whose sense of humor and spirited nature left lasting memories.

He is survived by his daughters, Brittany Bea Blackwell and Elizabeth Margaret Blackwell. He is also survived by his close friend, Tim Harley (Ruth Anne).

He was preceded in death by his father, Harry S. Blackwell Sr.; his mother, Janie Margaret Burke Blackwell; and his former wife, Tonya Guy.

A funeral service will be held Wednesday November 18th at 2 o'clock at Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home with his friend Tim Harley officiating. Interment will follow in Southlawn Cemetery with Military Honors accorded by the United States Marine Corps Honor Guard.

SHELLHOUSE - RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC