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JODY L. BLAKEWAY

FUNERAL HOME

Carr Funeral Service

220 Bunker Hill Street

Charlestown, Massachusetts

JODY BLAKEWAY Obituary

BLAKEWAY, Jody L. Of Charlestown, age 60, died after complications from surgery on April 25, 2015. Jody is survived by her loving partner, Annette Andruss and their beloved Westie, Maxx. She is the daughter of Joyce and the late Rodney J. (Jim) Blakeway of Sacramento, CA. She is also survived by her siblings, Rodney J. (Jim), Jr. and his wife Nan of Healy, Alaska and Jill Blakeway and her husband Tom Schafenacker of Duvall, Washington as well as three nieces and one nephew whom she dearly loved. Jody was raised in Sacramento and graduated from UC Davis. She worked as a registered dietician for a number of years before electing to return to school to embark on a career in business. Jody graduated from Harvard Business School in 1990 and worked in a number of organizations in various executive leadership positions including UPS, Comcast and Gillette. Most recently, she worked at athenahealth. Jody loved both the city and the beach and she and Annette shared homes in Charlestown and Provincetown. She loved style, fashion and decorating. She traveled extensively for work and pleasure and always enjoyed spending time in Paris. She received great pleasure and satisfaction from mentoring young women in the workplace. She valued her close friends for the joy, laughter and support they shared over the years. In many ways she was like her favorite fashion icon, Coco Chanel - - an innovator, leader and role model who changed the world around her. She will be dearly missed by her family, friends and work colleagues. In lieu of flowers, online donations can be made in memory of Jody to the Interventional Neuro Radiology Department at giving.massgeneral.org. Checks, made payable to Massachusetts General Hospital, can be mailed to the Neuro Radiology Department in Memory of Jody Blakeway, c/o MGH Development Office, 100 Cambridge Street, Suite 1310, Boston, MA 02114. A fund will be created at a later date in memory of Jody to support the advancement of women in leadership positions at work. A private memorial service and celebration of Jody's life will be held at a later date. For obituary & online condolences,

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 25 to Apr. 26, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for JODY BLAKEWAY

32 Entries

Antonio Suarez

September 9, 2024

I am sudden to learn that Jody passed. I am not certain why I remembered her now, Sep 2024, and looked up her name hoping to say hi and share many exciting news about my career. I used to work at the San Juan hub of UPS in Puerto Rico.
I had just graduated from a Bachelors in business and it was my first experience as a supervisor Jody was the Operations Manager. She was always sweet and nice, and I have very good memories. Sadly, I had to leave, but I always loved the people I worked with. What I remember the most was that she was the big boss, my manager's boss actually. Yet, she knew everyone by name and even a part-time customer service representative could approach her and call her Jody. I remember the times we talked and how sweet and pretty her eyes were. One funny event was that we were all in a hotel entertaining some guests that came from Louisville Kentucky. She asked me to make sure that one of them enjoyed the trip and the guy wanted to find a store in San Juan. I remember telling her, casually, "I hope he is tired so we won't be out all night, I want to go home plus I am not sure I have enough cash" and she gave me money, which I returned, for "just in case".
I never get to tell her that I completed a Master's in Business like her, a Juris Doctor and attorney. And, a USAF Commander, and that after more than 30 years I'm still married to the same woman I married when she approved the annual leave for my honeymoon. May the Lord take into consideration the many people she helped, and my humble prayers, and Grant her Eternal rest. Tony (as Jody called me)

Bob Barney

April 19, 2024

Still miss your Jody. You were such a wonderful person...

April 19, 2021

We had so much fun shopping together at Saks Fifth Avenue. Miss her and her great personality.
Ellen Carr

Rowenna Bauza

June 13, 2020

Jodie was a great example for any women striving in the workplace. Very sad to hear she passed away. Lovely smile... Great leader! I will always remember her and keep her in my prayers. RIP.

Shannon Enea

April 19, 2019

Jody was very special to me as well. Our trips to the Espirit outlet in SF to reward me for good grades to skating at the Capital park and so many other wonderful memories. As a child she helped my mom raise my brother and I. It was hard to lose touch with her in my teenage years through adulthood. We were super close. I still wish that I couldve been apart of her life in my adult years. I am super grateful that I got the opportunity to share life with her. Always missed, never forgotten!

George Bowman

April 19, 2019

Jody and I and several other HBS students spent just about every evening for one academic year together analyzing cases. We also shared our personal lives and how lucky we were to be at HBS. Jody's mind was sharp, she had a great sense of humor, and a great sense of style. More than anything, she was incredibly kind. I think often of Jody although we did not have contact after HBS and was greatly saddened by our loss. Of course, you (Annette and all of Jody's family) are all in my prayers.

Carole Chancellor

November 4, 2018

Jody, this is heartbreaking news. The last time I saw you was right before you left for Harvard.
We became friends in our early twenties. I remember a lot of laughter...It was so easy to be your friend.
I loved your bright mind, your humor, your sense of style & always your kindness.
You taught me to look at the whole picture before making a decision...Still working on that!
Sounds like Paris was a favorite & you traveled all over the world.
So wonderful to know...You found love & an amazing life.
I feel fortunate that you touched my life.
Sending love to your family & friends.

Ellen Carr

March 14, 2016

Rip Jody. I am so sorry that I just found out you passed. I had been trying to reach you for so long. I remember the fun times we had shopping together at Saks Boston. My condolences to your partner. She was a great gal.Ellen CarrSaks Fifth AvenueBoston

Illysa Izenberg

November 15, 2015

I spent the summer of 1989 living with Jody in Connecticut when we both worked at UPS. She was a terrific friend and I have always wondered what she was up to. Now that it is too late, of course, I wish I had kept in touch. I am deeply saddened to hear that she has passed away. Sincerely, Illysa

Freeda Lapos Babson

May 13, 2015

Jody was a friend when we were in high school at St. Francis in Sacramento. She was always kind, smiling and a quietly brilliant student. It saddens me to know she is gone. But it makes me happy to hear of all the good she did for the world while she was here. My thoughts and prayers are with her loved ones at this sad time.

Bob Barney

May 6, 2015

Dear Annette,

I was so saddened to hear about the loss of Jody. I cannot imagine how difficult this has been for you, her family, and friends. Though I have not seen or spoken with Jody for years, it seems like only yesterday that we were working together at Gillette/P&G and my memory of her is strong.

Jody was a kind, bright, fun, and stylish person. What a joy she was to work with at Gillette/P&G. She created an environment of collaboration and trust that allowed people to be creative and thrive. I will truly miss her.

Warm Regards,
Bob Barney

Monica

May 5, 2015

Jody set a profoundly remarkable example for me. She was a successful female leader in the corporate world, but more than that, it was the WAY she led that I will keep with me-- she was poised, thoughtful, intelligent, principled and above the fray, and strong. I will miss her influence, but aspire to these qualities in my career. We will miss you Jody.

Cheryl Benson

May 3, 2015

Dear Annette,

So sorry for your loss. She will always be remembered.

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Cheryl Benson

May 3, 2015

shannon Enea winter

May 2, 2015

Jody, such an amazing woman who gave me love and helped raise me as a child. I am forever grateful for the gift of her in my life. I dont know where to begin to process her passing. My brother and I send love and prayers to her family. She was a Instrumental guide to my success. She taught be to be a hard worker, strive to never give up. I have missed her immensely in my adult life and will miss her even more with her passing.I love you Jody. Please contact me 9163307995.

May 1, 2015

Dear Annette - My heartfelt condolences to you and your/Jody's family. I feel so privileged to have worked with Jody, and seen the impact of her quiet and powerful leadership. Warmest wishes, Vinitaa

Belaying a teammate on a ropes course in Maine

Kristin Salada

May 1, 2015

I have had the absolute joy and pleasure of supporting Jody and the leadership team at athenahealth in facilitating their leadership retreats over the years. Jody always brought a huge smile to my face - she had a way of greeting me that made me feel like I was exactly the single person that she wanted to see. She embodied a calm, quiet, tour-de-force as a powerful yet gentle leader who was always thinking about how to strengthen her team and support her employees. All of us a New Angle Consulting will deeply miss working with Jody, and yet, we are so grateful to have had the joy of spending time with her. Rest, dear friend.

May 1, 2015

Dear Annette,
I am so sorry to hear this news. I never met Jody, but she sounds like a wonderful person, role model for women in leadership, and partner for you. I am delighted to know that the two of you had such a rich life together for so many years.

My thoughts and prayers are with you. We are looking forward to seeing you back at work when you are ready.
Bonnie

Pam Jorgensen

April 30, 2015

I knew Jody only briefly and truly admired her composure, common sense, calmness, and gentle manner. I am certain that those who were close to her will miss her dearly. My heart-felt condolences.

Allison E

April 29, 2015

Annette and family, I am deeply sorry for your loss and keep you in my thoughts. Allison E.

April 29, 2015

Annette, you are in my prayers. I am so sorry to hear of Jody's passing. You are truly Blessed and have many fond memories. Take Care of yourself and family. Many Blessings, Pat R.

April 29, 2015

Annette, I was so very sorry to hear of your Jody's passing; please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Mary Loftus

April 29, 2015

Annette: I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My love, thoughts, and prayers are with you always. Deepest sympathy: Kim Martin

April 29, 2015

Annette- I am very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers for you and famiy. Amr Kamal.

April 28, 2015

Annette - Thoughts and prayers to you and family. May your many wonderful memories provide you with some comfort.
With Great Sympathy, Jodi Eller

Sandra

April 27, 2015

I was so sorry to hear of Jody's passing. I was lucky enough to work with Jody for several years at Athena, and she was always so kind, and such an impressive and inspiring female force in the workplace. Sending thoughts and prayers to you in this difficult time.

Genevieve Dempre

April 27, 2015

I was one of the many women at athena who benefited from Jody's mentoring, support, kindness and encouragement. She was always there to listen, to teach and to help with difficult situations, and I'll miss her.

D. (Dorothy) Andrews

April 26, 2015

Jody changed my life and inspires me everyday. I am honored and grateful for the blessing of counting her a friend, role model, and leader. Prayers of healing and peace to you, her beloved family.

Ralph Catalano

April 26, 2015

Annette, I worked closely with Jody for four years at athena. Of course, she was a very successful executive, but what made her stand out was her integrity and genuine caring for the people she worked with. Jody managed to be loyal to the company and its objectives while always being faithful to her conscience and the individual needs of the people she got to know. Too often, when those elements conflict, leaders in Jody's position default to an expedient "company" position. Jody always took the time to explore alternatives that displayed her true self - a belief that individuals mattered.

I'm very sorry for your loss and hope you are comforted by beautiful memories.

April 25, 2015

Thinking of you, dear Muffy. I did not know Jody but from the obituary that you wrote, she sounds like a remarkable gal with talent, passion and joie de vivre. Our hearts are with you in this time of such sadness. xo, Baysie

April 25, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Please be assured that God knows the pain that you may be experiencing from your loss. Please know he will be your source of comfort at this time. 1 Pet. 5:7

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