Photo courtesy of Waters Funeral Home - Concord
Concord, New Hampshire
1955 - 2024
Edward J. Blackman, 69, of Loudon, NH was born September 6, 1955, and passed away November 9, 2024 with his family by his side.
He is predeceased by his parents, Charles and Beatrice Blackman and his brother, Charles Blackman.
He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Melinda R. Blackman, his son Charles E. Blackman, daughter in law Sara D. Blackman, grandson Charles “Chickie” J. Blackman, his daughter Darla E. Klanderud and granddaughters Eva M. and Giana G. Klanderud.
Ed was the proud owner and operator of Ed Blackman Construction for 35 years. As a lifelong hard worker, retirement was largely spent on the Ridge, where he devoted countless hours mowing their large lawn, cutting trees, splitting wood, and feeding the woodstove to his heart’s content.
He didn’t like to stray far from home, but when he did, he’d bypass the “Big City” and “take his bride for a ride”, often leading them to Vermont to see beautiful country and old friends.
He had a heart of gold and loved helping people out when he could, and he will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
In Lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your favorite charity.
A Mass of Christian Burial at Christ the King Parish in Concord at 10 AM Friday November 15, 2024, followed by a private burial in Marlborough, MA.
The Waters Funeral Home in Concord has the honor of assisting the family with the arrangements
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I will miss Ed he was a great friend. He liked to barter with me fixing his equipment. I had things done at Jordan Equipment. He plowed our yard for years I trusted him like a brother. Ed was a great guy surely missed
Dana Cabana
November 17, 2024 | Work
To Eddie's family, Sorry to hear of Eddie's passing. He was my childhood best friend and my roommate at UNH. Friendly and respected. Rest in peace. -Jon Natti
Jonathan Natti
November 17, 2024 | Suncook, NH
Melinda My deepest Sympathy goes out to you and your family for your loss!!! Ed was well respected by everyone in our town. He spent his life on his own terms. Being a father and a family man!!! Memories I will never forget. In his early years he spent at our farm I will never forget. You and your family be well in this time of sorrow!!! Thomas Richard
Thomas Richard
November 17, 2024 | Friend
Melinda, so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Lynne
Lynne Breton
November 15, 2024 | NH
Our warmest sympathies to you Melinda and your family. Eddie was one of our favorite Superintendants all time when he worked with us...hugs and Godspeed. Ed
Ed Allgeyer
November 13, 2024 | Work
Our deepest sympathy to Melinda & family on your loss of Eddie.
Sherri & Chuck Brown
November 13, 2024 | Other
Melinda, we are so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, and love to you all.
Alana Barchey
November 13, 2024 | Friend
Melinda, Am truly sorry to hear about Ed. Hope you find comfort with your family and all the happy memories you share.
Wishing you peace.
Nancy Josselyn
November 12, 2024 | Loudon, NH
Melinda , I am very sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. I have such good memories of times we all spent together. My deepest sympathies to you and yours.
Cindi Smith Murphy
November 12, 2024 | Northfield, NH | Friend
