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James Ross "Jimmy" Blackwood

1943 - 2017

James Ross "Jimmy" Blackwood obituary, 1943-2017, Charlotte, NC

BORN

1943

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Forest Lawn West Funeral & Cremation Service

4601 Freedom Drive

Charlotte, North Carolina

James Blackwood Obituary

James Ross Blackwood, 74, of Charlotte, NC passed away Sunday, December 17, 2017. Born February 25, 1943, the son of the late Otho Ross Blackwood and Virginia White Blackwood of Charlotte, NC. He graduated from Harding High School class of 1961 and attended Wingate College. He was employed by Duke Energy and retired from there. He was a perfectionist and could fix or make anything. Jim became an avid student of the Bible reading and learning every chance he got. He loved his family and his grandson who was the "apple of his eye" and spending time at his place on Lake Norman. He is survived by his son, Jeffrey Ross Blackwood; grandson, Jeffrey of Denver,NC; former wife, Gloria Mullis Blackwood of Charlotte; sister, Judy Blackwood Holland and her husband, Charles, of Lincolnton, NC; nieces, Jennifer H. Gilmore & Cheryl H. Mills (Rudy). A service to celebrate his life will be held at Forest Lawn West on Thursday, December 21, 2017 at 2:00pm with Rev. Dixon Free officiating. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions may be sent to the Humane Society.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Dec. 20, 2017.

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Offering our sincerest condolences for the loss of your loved one. Our hearts go out to the family. During these hard times I hope that you find confort in the words written at 1 Corinthians 1:3,4.

Jim And Markie Pringle

December 23, 2017

We have lots of good memories from our high school days spent with Gloria and Blackwood and are very sad Jimmy is no longer with us. Love to Gloria and all his family.
Markie and Jim Pringle

Wilson & Susie Sherrill

December 22, 2017

Jim was not only a co-worker at Duke Energy, but he was our neighbor for many years in our neighborhood in Charlotte. A very quiet individual, but very conversant and loved the neighbors. We shared many conversations with Jim in the back-yard. Barney was a part of the family and I can still hear his moaning bark. Jim will be missed. Our condolences to Jeff and the family.

Frances Hatley Howard

December 21, 2017

So very sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. I remember Jimmy fondly from school and for several year after. He was always a kind, laid back guy with a sweet smile. Please accept my sincere condolences and may God surround you with his peace and love.

December 20, 2017

Please accept our sincere sympathy at this time of sorrow.

Charlotte Chapter
Duke Energy Retirees

Polly Leviner, Chaplain

Jennifer Holland Gilmore

December 20, 2017

My Uncle Boat had a dry sense of humor and a great laugh, but little creativity when it came to naming his dogs (Barney for all of them.) Condolences to Jeff, Jeffrey, Gloria and my mom. We will all miss him.

December 20, 2017

May god's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad and difficult time. Psalms 119 : 50,76 EJC. GA.

December 20, 2017

My deepest sympathy to the Blackwood family for your loss. May the peace of God carry you through this difficult time.

Judy Blackwood Holland

December 20, 2017

He was my only sibling and we were close. He loved his family and my children as well. We were close. Animals were also very special to him. He was a student of the Bible and knew it well. There will be a big hole in my life but I know you are in heaven with our family that went before us. See you again someday.

Beth Tarte Tucker

December 20, 2017

So very sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. I will keep his family and friends in my prayers.

Patricia Olson

December 20, 2017

So sorry to hear of your loss I extend my deepest condolences to all of Jimmy's family on this very sad occasion. Rev 22:4 ,5

December 20, 2017

Heartfelt condolences. I am certain that he will be missed by many. May you continue to refect on his accomplishments. Thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and dear friends. (Psalms 94:19) Sincerely, Ali

SA

December 20, 2017

May the God of tender mercy grant you peace during this difficult time.

Jimmy Blackwood

December 19, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends.
Jimmy, you fought a hard battle and will be surely missed.

Tom & Susan Homesley

Gloria Blackwood

December 19, 2017

Jimmy,You are a great friend,father and granddaddy.We will always love you and you will be missed deeply.We had some wonderful times together..Love you bunches...

Judy Fesperman Ross

December 19, 2017

So sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Jeffery

December 18, 2017

Granddaddy,I Love and Miss you.You are the best, Granddaddy.I will always have fond memories of you..Thank You for being a part of my life...

Jeff Blackwood

December 18, 2017

Daddy,You know you were loved and respected by Jeffery and me.I could not of had a better Father.I know some wishes you wanted and I will try to fulfill them..Thank You for being my Father...

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1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Forest Lawn West Funeral & Cremation Service

4601 Freedom Drive, Charlotte, NC 28208

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21

Celebration of Life

2:00 p.m.

Forest Lawn West Funeral & Cremation Service

4601 Freedom Drive, Charlotte, NC 28208

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4601 Freedom Drive, Charlotte, NC 28208

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