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Robert C. "Cork" Blaemire Robert C. "Cork" Blaemire, 86 years old, of Fredericksburg, passed away on November 6. He had cancer.
Born on April 13, 1924 in Hammond, Indiana, he graduated from Hammond High School. He served in World War II in the South Pacific with the 1st Armored Amphibious Tank Battalion, USMC. In 1974 he retired from the Hammond Fire Department as Assistant Chief.
Cork and his wife Donna moved to Manassas, Virginia in 1974 and opened Cloud Nine Gifts. They moved into the Falls Run section of Fredericksburg after retiring in 2005. Cork is survived by his wife of 64 years, Donna, his daughter Donna, also of Fredericksburg, sons Robert of Bethesda, Michael of Mt. Airy, Kevin of Nokesville, daughters-in-law Joanna of Bethesda and Robin of Nokesville, 7 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Cork and Donna were involved with many activities in Fredericksburg, including the Fire Department Auxiliary of a local Fire House. They also served as docents of the Marine Museum at Quantico, Va. until he was not able.
This obituary was originally published in the News & Messenger (Woodbridge, VA).
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Wayne Duncanson
November 3, 2023
My sincere condolences to family, I remember Corky as a remember of the Hammond Fire Department. He was a good friend of my dad, both served along with me. Many fond memories.
Kim Given
September 8, 2011
I will miss my Uncle cork very much. I remember as a child..hiding in my closet because I was afraid of my Uncle cork. I would ask my Mom...Is he going to come to? In later years he told me that he only pestered people that he liked. I remember the days at Sanibelle Island when he wouldn't let me go out on the beach till the sun came up...He was a great man and I will miss him very much. I love you Uncle Cork!
Kim Given
September 1, 2011
I only have sweet memories of my Uncle Cork. When I was a little girl I used to be afraid of him..I used to hide in the closet and ask my Mom..is He coming too? I guess it was his voice..he always told me that if he didn't love me he would not tease the Hell out of me! I miss him very much.. and miss all of the crazy sayings that he said on a daily basis. Love you Uncle Cork...see you again soon!
Corky singing "Blue Moon", April 2009 Falls Run
Mary Jo Prouty
April 4, 2011
Dear Donna,
Thank you for letting me know of Corky's passing - I will miss seeing his smiling face at the Fredericksburg Big Band events. It was good to see you at the dinner / dance on Saturday night. I enjoyed knowing Corky - albeit brief. I have fond memories of him singing "Blue Moon" with me and the Fredericksburg Big Band in April 2009. Attached is a picture from that night. It was a pleasure to know him. I like to think that he's singing with a big band in heaven now!
Mary Jo - vocalist with the Fredericksburg Big Band
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November 12, 2010
My Condolences to Corky's family, I remember him from my visits to see my Dad, Dewey Robinson at the Station. Thanks for befriending my Dad and Mom (Maxine.) I started in 74 and Corky left in 74 with my Dad. God Bless Tom Robinson (retired HFD)
Chuck Dixon
November 10, 2010
Donna, I have many good memories of Corky on and off the job. My mother, Lorriane and I send our condolences and prayers to you and your family.
Martin Popagain
November 10, 2010
My deepest sympathies go out to your family. I remember Chief Blaemire well.
My father, Martin Popagain was also a chief officer with him. Will keep the family in our prayers.
WAYNE DUNCANSON
November 10, 2010
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT A/C ROBERT (CORKY) BLAEMIRE. HE WAS A "BUD" OF MY DAD'S, LEO DUNCANSON. I CAN REMEMBER HIM COMING OVER TO THE HOUSE AND SINGING WHILE MY STEP-MOTHER PLAYED THE PIANO, WHEN I WAS A YOUNG KID. ALSO REMEMBER HIM AS AN A/C WHEN I WAS A ROOKIE ON THE HAMMOND FIRE DEPT. MY CONDOLENCES TO DONNA AND THE BLAEMIRE FAMILY.
Susann Barnes
November 10, 2010
Donna, So sorry to hear about Cork. My mom saw it in the Times. I know that he has been sick for a while. Maybe I still will get out that way some time. My best to you and all yours.
Patti (Dunne) Kines
November 9, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Corky's passing. I was 17 yrs old when I met Corky and Donna, I worked @ Thom McCann Shoes in the mall. I have always remembered the kindness that both Corky and Donna showed me. Always a friendly hello! Some people just leave a tender spot in your heart and that was Corky. God Bless you and your family.
November 9, 2010
Donna,
I was so sorry to hear about Cork. My daughters in Munster informed me of his passing. My condolences to you and your family.
I have some great memories of when we all lived in the Calumet
Region and of Hammond High School. I still live in Scottsdale, AZ.
Love and Best wishes,
Joanne O'Connor
November 9, 2010
My condolences to Corky's family. I was his prom date, and wrote to him during his time in the South Pacific with the USMC and saw him at all of our HS reunions.He was a very special person. Marge Johnson Christman
Jessica Blaemire
November 9, 2010
His granddaugther, grandson-in-law, and great-grandaughter already miss him more than words can say. A few memories to share: coaching my softball fall ball team, sleepovers eating cherry bing ice cream, making salami sandwiches with a tall glass of milk, taking the chocolate candy from the halloween bowl, metal detecting, moving me into William and Mary, gambling at Charlestown, coming with me to England (and getting pissed when the rental car company said he was too old to rent a car), singing at my wedding, and telling me that he loved me one last time.
Mary/Betty Carter
November 9, 2010
we are deeply saddened with Cork's passing..Thank God we had the incredible experiences at the October reunion. Be certain that Cork and Bill,(Daddy),are sharing laughs and watching over us.
Tom & Kaye Johnson
November 9, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of Corky's passing. We had great times back in the 70s & 80s. So glad to hear that he had a long and full life. Our condolences to Donna.
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