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Mable BLACKWELL Obituary

Dr. Mable Louise Blackwell

CHICAGO - Dr. Mable Louise Blackwell was born Feb. 15, 1947, in Decatur, Ala. Mable departed this life on Dec. 22, 2013, at her home.

She was a member of St. Luke Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church, Champaign prior to joining Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago. She was also a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Mable held positions at Mercy Hospital and Cook County Hospital, Chicago, Ill., and served as the Regional Medical Director for the Chicago Dept. of Health, the Medical Director for the Illinois Dept. of Human Services and the Chief Medical Officer/Medical Director for the Health Dept. of Will County in Illinois. She was a Visiting Professor at Chicago State University, Clinical Associate Professor in the College of Medicine and the Director of the Office of Public Health Practice at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She served as a consultant to the Illinois Office of Inspector General, Division of Medical Integrity, was a Professional Peer Reviewer for both the National Institute of Health and the U.S. Dept. of Education. She was a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine. Her research included the study of health delivery practices in Japan, China, Thailand, Mexico, South Africa and throughout West Africa.

Mable founded and served as Chairperson of the Herman T. and Ruth K. Blackwell Foundation, a non-profit charity established for improving the quality of life for communities, now an endowed scholarship by the same name at Morehouse College.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman T. and Ruth K. Blackwell; brothers, Duane W. Blackwell and William N. Blackwell; and sister, Diana D. Polk.

She leaves to mourn, her daughter, Samantha S. Fields, and son, Ryan E. Fields of Chicago, Ill.; sisters: Dorothy R. Coleman (Dejustice) of Milwaukee, Wis., Doris K. Butts (Stanley) of Urbana, Ill., Wilma J. Conwell of Cleveland, Ohio, Clara Johnson (Samuel) of Decatur, Ala., and Ave M. Blackwell Alvarado of Champaign, Ill.; brothers, Robert T. Blackwell (Carolyn) of Springfield, Ill., and Victor E. Blackwell (Kimberly) of Olympia Fields, Ill.; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.

A prepast and visitation will be held from 10-11 a.m. immediately preceding the funeral services at Trinity United Church of Christ, 400 W. 95th St., Chicago, IL on Monday, Dec. 30. A visitation will be held Tuesday, Dec. 31, at 10 a.m.- noon at St. Luke C.M.E. Church, 809 N. 5th St., Champaign, IL, prior to interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery, 611 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Champaign.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to the Herman T. and Ruth K. Blackwell Endowed Scholarship Fund, Morehouse College, Office of Institutional Advancement, 830 Westview Dr., S.W., Gloster Hall, Ste. 305, Atlanta, GA 30314.

Published by The State Journal-Register on Dec. 29, 2013.
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Your legacy lives continue your resting in peace.

La Shawn

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December 23, 2022

Just now, I saw her obituary. I worked with her as a Co-Chief Resident of Pediatrics, Mercy Hospital, Chicago, IL. I always remember her beautiful smile, dignified manners, compassionate personality and helpful nature.

Raja Nandyal, MD

September 20, 2021

Please accept our condolences on your loss. I lost my 9 yr old grandson recently and I was comforted by what Jesus said in the 11th chapter of John. He pointed out that God's kingdom will soon reunite families with their dead loved ones, when the kingdom rule is extended over all of the earth. I hope his words will bring you the comfort that it brought me.

T. Hibbler

T Hibbler

January 1, 2014

A pioneer and inspiration for future health professionals. May the celebration of her good works comfort her family and friends at this time.

NMA Doc

December 31, 2013

On behalf of the Morehouse College Family,

Condolences to the Blackwell Family. Dr. Blackwell was unwavering in her support as a parent and friend to the College.

Sincerely,

Karen Jones

December 31, 2013

Poppy and family,
You are in our prayers. May God send you the Comforter and may your precious memories give you peace. Sharing in your loss!
Jeanette, William, Jeremiah and Jaden

Jeanette Goza

December 31, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Michele Wilson & Family AFCC Greeters

December 29, 2013

Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Blackwell. May your warm memories comfort you, and may the God of all comfort console you during these difficult days. 2Cor 1:4

M Coleman

December 29, 2013

Samantha I pray that you and your family are blessed with strength, peace, and happy memories in the days ahead.

Rep. La Shawn Ford

December 29, 2013

My sincere condolences to the family. May the God of peace and comfort be with you during this difficult time. Romans 15:33

December 29, 2013

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