About Blanton:
Blanton Vogler was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 12. He attended school in Winston-Salem, where music was a huge part of his life. He diedunexpectedly in 2004 at the age of 34. Blanton is greatlymissed by his family, friends, and his cats, Ozzie and Dixon.Blanton, also known as “Bluty,” developed many closefriendships during his lifetime. It is this group of friends who have partnered with the JDRF Piedmont Triad Chapter to organize the Blanton Vogler Memorial Golf Tournament in his honor. It is their hope that themoney raised from this event will help to find a cure for diabetes and its complications. |
