It is with great sadness that our family announces that on February 3, 2019 Roger Blackburn of Morinville passed away peacefully in the presence of family and embraced by Jesus at the Sturgeon Community Hospital at the age of 88 years.
He will be forever remembered by his loving wife of 61 years, Laurette, his children, Roland (Lorraine), Daniel (Sandee), Jocelyne (Brent) all of Morinville, Vivian of Red Deer, nine grandchildren, Jordan (Alysha), Joel (Dominique), Chantal (Peter), Erin (Mike), Meagan, Jenessa, Danielle, Cameron and Bryce and four great grandchildren, two brothers Julien (Irene), Leonel (Evelyn), four sisters, Lucienne, Stella (Ed), Emillien (Tom) and Georgette (Larry).
Roger was predeceased by his parents, Lucien and Clara Blackburn and his sister Emillia.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 3:00 pm on Friday, February 8, 2019 at St. Jean Baptiste Roman Catholic Church in Morinville. In lieu of flowers, please provide donations to St. Jean Baptiste Church Restoration Fund.
Sylvia Beaudoin says
It is with regret that I read that Roger has passed away. Our prayers and condolences to the family and regret that since we are out of the country we will not be able to attend the funural
Elaine Maisonneuve says
Matante Laurette–It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of our dear mononcle Roger. I hope that the great memories he leaves with you and the family are a source of strength as you deal with this immense loss. Many thoughts and lots of love from Elaine, Ray, Camille, and Brodie
Paulette and Bob Keith says
Our deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of Roger.
May the Lord and the caring thoughts from others help you get through your sorrow.
There will be a mass said for the reposal of Roger’s soul at Star of the Sea Parish, White Rock, B.C.
Matt Nalesnik says
Our deepest condolences, we were very said to hear of Rogers passing, he was a friend for many years. We regret that we can not make it to the funeral as we are down south. I will make a point of visiting you when we get back.
Matt & Deb Nalesnik