Deacon Robert Lee Blackwell, 84, was born in Dinwiddie County, Virginia on 6 February 1936. He departed this journey 28 January 2021. He was the second youngest of eleven children and last surviving child born to the late Deacon Stanley and Sarah Blackwell. At an early age, he confessed his faith in Christ as his Lord and Savior and was baptized at the Big Bethel Baptist Church in McKinney, Virginia. He was an avid baseball player and fan. Robert was a faithful member of Big Bethel Baptist Church and served in several ministries until he relocated to Newport News to be closer to his siblings.
After joining Miracle Temple Church, Robert faithfully served in countless ministries: The Male Chorus Ministry, Senior Choir Ministry, Golden Age Ministry, Military Support Ministry, Education Ministry, Missionary Minister, Pastor's Aid Ministry, Deacon's Ministry, Gospel Choir Ministry, Sunday School Ministry.
Deacon Robert Lee Blackwell is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Elder Florence Fox Blackwell; and proud Father, Provider, and Mentor of two daughters: Myra Yvonne, Trinese Evon; and two sons: Gary Robert, Jay Allen; and three grandchildren: Dasia, Jay and Destiny. Deacon Blackwell's memory will be treasured by his mother-in-law, Florence Lillian Hines; his sisters-in-law: Suzanne, Evelyn and Sarah; nieces and nephews: Patricia, Tashonia (Floyd) Theodore, Barbara, Diane, and Geraldine (Thomas) Penny, Paris (Lorraine); Ralph, Anthony, and Eric (George); Cynthia, Regina, Faye, and Katrina (James) Wanda, Pam, and Gail (Richard). Robert has a myriad of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 12pm Saturday, February 6, 2021 at Shivers Funeral Chapel BY INVITATION ONLY. In compliance with CDC guidelines, limited attendance will be strictly adhered to and required. The service will be live streamed on the Shivers Funeral Chapel Facebook Page. Public viewing will take place Friday, February 5, 2021 from 4-6 pm at Shivers Funeral Chapel. Visit www.shiversfuneralchapel.com for more information.
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Name: BLACKWELL, ROBERT L
Rank & Branch: PFC US ARMY
War Period: VIETNAM
Date of Birth: 02/06/1936
Date of Death: 01/28/2021
Buried At: SECTION CB8 ROW 34 SITE 4
Cemetery: ALBERT G. HORTON, JR. MEMORIAL VETERANS CEMETERY
Cemetery Address: 5310 MILNERS ROAD SUFFOLK, VA 23434
Telephone: (757) 255-7217
After joining Miracle Temple Church, Robert faithfully served in countless ministries: The Male Chorus Ministry, Senior Choir Ministry, Golden Age Ministry, Military Support Ministry, Education Ministry, Missionary Minister, Pastor's Aid Ministry, Deacon's Ministry, Gospel Choir Ministry, Sunday School Ministry.
Deacon Robert Lee Blackwell is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Elder Florence Fox Blackwell; and proud Father, Provider, and Mentor of two daughters: Myra Yvonne, Trinese Evon; and two sons: Gary Robert, Jay Allen; and three grandchildren: Dasia, Jay and Destiny. Deacon Blackwell's memory will be treasured by his mother-in-law, Florence Lillian Hines; his sisters-in-law: Suzanne, Evelyn and Sarah; nieces and nephews: Patricia, Tashonia (Floyd) Theodore, Barbara, Diane, and Geraldine (Thomas) Penny, Paris (Lorraine); Ralph, Anthony, and Eric (George); Cynthia, Regina, Faye, and Katrina (James) Wanda, Pam, and Gail (Richard). Robert has a myriad of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 12pm Saturday, February 6, 2021 at Shivers Funeral Chapel BY INVITATION ONLY. In compliance with CDC guidelines, limited attendance will be strictly adhered to and required. The service will be live streamed on the Shivers Funeral Chapel Facebook Page. Public viewing will take place Friday, February 5, 2021 from 4-6 pm at Shivers Funeral Chapel. Visit www.shiversfuneralchapel.com for more information.
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Name: BLACKWELL, ROBERT L
Rank & Branch: PFC US ARMY
War Period: VIETNAM
Date of Birth: 02/06/1936
Date of Death: 01/28/2021
Buried At: SECTION CB8 ROW 34 SITE 4
Cemetery: ALBERT G. HORTON, JR. MEMORIAL VETERANS CEMETERY
Cemetery Address: 5310 MILNERS ROAD SUFFOLK, VA 23434
Telephone: (757) 255-7217
Deacon Robert Lee Blackwell, 84, was born in Dinwiddie County, Virginia on 6 February 1936. He departed this journey 28 January 2021. He was the second youngest of eleven children and last surviving child born to the late Deacon Stanley and Sarah Blackwell. At an early age, he confessed his faith in Christ as his Lord and Savior and was baptized at the Big Bethel Baptist Church in McKinney, Virginia. He was an avid baseball player and fan. Robert was a faithful member of Big Bethel Baptist Church and served in several ministries until he relocated to Newport News to be closer to his siblings.
After joining Miracle Temple Church, Robert faithfully served in countless ministries: The Male Chorus Ministry, Senior Choir Ministry, Golden Age Ministry, Military Support Ministry, Education Ministry, Missionary Minister, Pastor's Aid Ministry, Deacon's Ministry, Gospel Choir Ministry, Sunday School Ministry.
Deacon Robert Lee Blackwell is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Elder Florence Fox Blackwell; and proud Father, Provider, and Mentor of two daughters: Myra Yvonne, Trinese Evon; and two sons: Gary Robert, Jay Allen; and three grandchildren: Dasia, Jay and Destiny. Deacon Blackwell's memory will be treasured by his mother-in-law, Florence Lillian Hines; his sisters-in-law: Suzanne, Evelyn and Sarah; nieces and nephews: Patricia, Tashonia (Floyd) Theodore, Barbara, Diane, and Geraldine (Thomas) Penny, Paris (Lorraine); Ralph, Anthony, and Eric (George); Cynthia, Regina, Faye, and Katrina (James) Wanda, Pam, and Gail (Richard). Robert has a myriad of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 12pm Saturday, February 6, 2021 at Shivers Funeral Chapel BY INVITATION ONLY. In compliance with CDC guidelines, limited attendance will be strictly adhered to and required. The service will be live streamed on the Shivers Funeral Chapel Facebook Page. Public viewing will take place Friday, February 5, 2021 from 4-6 pm at Shivers Funeral Chapel. Visit www.shiversfuneralchapel.com for more information.
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Name: BLACKWELL, ROBERT L
Rank & Branch: PFC US ARMY
War Period: VIETNAM
Date of Birth: 02/06/1936
Date of Death: 01/28/2021
Buried At: SECTION CB8 ROW 34 SITE 4
Cemetery: ALBERT G. HORTON, JR. MEMORIAL VETERANS CEMETERY
Cemetery Address: 5310 MILNERS ROAD SUFFOLK, VA 23434
Telephone: (757) 255-7217
After joining Miracle Temple Church, Robert faithfully served in countless ministries: The Male Chorus Ministry, Senior Choir Ministry, Golden Age Ministry, Military Support Ministry, Education Ministry, Missionary Minister, Pastor's Aid Ministry, Deacon's Ministry, Gospel Choir Ministry, Sunday School Ministry.
Deacon Robert Lee Blackwell is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Elder Florence Fox Blackwell; and proud Father, Provider, and Mentor of two daughters: Myra Yvonne, Trinese Evon; and two sons: Gary Robert, Jay Allen; and three grandchildren: Dasia, Jay and Destiny. Deacon Blackwell's memory will be treasured by his mother-in-law, Florence Lillian Hines; his sisters-in-law: Suzanne, Evelyn and Sarah; nieces and nephews: Patricia, Tashonia (Floyd) Theodore, Barbara, Diane, and Geraldine (Thomas) Penny, Paris (Lorraine); Ralph, Anthony, and Eric (George); Cynthia, Regina, Faye, and Katrina (James) Wanda, Pam, and Gail (Richard). Robert has a myriad of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 12pm Saturday, February 6, 2021 at Shivers Funeral Chapel BY INVITATION ONLY. In compliance with CDC guidelines, limited attendance will be strictly adhered to and required. The service will be live streamed on the Shivers Funeral Chapel Facebook Page. Public viewing will take place Friday, February 5, 2021 from 4-6 pm at Shivers Funeral Chapel. Visit www.shiversfuneralchapel.com for more information.
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Name: BLACKWELL, ROBERT L
Rank & Branch: PFC US ARMY
War Period: VIETNAM
Date of Birth: 02/06/1936
Date of Death: 01/28/2021
Buried At: SECTION CB8 ROW 34 SITE 4
Cemetery: ALBERT G. HORTON, JR. MEMORIAL VETERANS CEMETERY
Cemetery Address: 5310 MILNERS ROAD SUFFOLK, VA 23434
Telephone: (757) 255-7217
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