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LEONARD BLACKMORE Obituary

BLACKMORE, Leonard G. In Dorchester, died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on July 5, 2021. Beloved husband of Catherine A. "Kay" (Nee) Blackmore. Loving father of Michael and his wife Leeann Blackmore of Pembroke, John and his wife Tanya Blackmore of Dorchester, Kimberly and her husband Carl Braga of Fall River, and the late James Blackmore. Father-in-law of Jennifer Blackmore of Dorchester. Devoted "Pa" of Chelsea, Benjamin, Brianna, Caitlin, "Mr. James" and his wife Carah Blackmore, and Emily Braga. Great-grandfather of Everett and Braxton Blackmore. Brother of the late John W. Blackmore. Family and friends will honor and remember Leonard's life by gathering for Visiting Hours in the Murphy Funeral Home, 1020 Dorchester Ave., DORCHESTER, on Thursday from 5-8 P.M. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Margaret Church of St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish, on Friday morning, July 9th, at 10 A.M. Interment will be private. Leonard was a retired member of the Teamsters Union Local # 25. For directions and guestbook, please visit www,jmurphyfh.com Funeral Home handicapped accessible with ample parking.

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 6 to Jul. 7, 2021.

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Noreen Keeley

July 18, 2021

John
I just found out about the kids of your and I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to your family.

Claire Shea (LaGouff)

July 9, 2021

So sorry for your loss.... I just heard about it from Grace Heckley. I was Lenny's cousin. My mother was Louise/Nena Blackmore/LaGouff, and we grew up in the same triple-decker in Charlestown. I'll always remember him as a good person.

Leo Keeley

July 8, 2021

John,

I was so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Christine scituste podiatry

July 7, 2021

So sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your family

S Chambers

July 7, 2021

My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in your treasured memories and God´s promise to return our loved ones. 1st Thessalonians 4:13 & 14 .

Arthur&Ruby Derome

July 6, 2021

Lenny will be missed by many,you could not ask for a better friend. He was quite a joker that we will miss dearly,he was one of a kind .

Paula Mcmahon

July 6, 2021

So sorry to hear Lenny has passed away. Such a nice guy, enjoyed talking to him at the new store over a cup of coffee and a few games of keno . He will be missed . My condolences to his wife and family . Rest in peace Lenny

Marie Hammersmith

July 6, 2021

My heart is so sad to hear this news today. He was a good man and always their for me when we lost My Jack ( his brother) . RIP Lenny , you will be sadly missed . Thoughts and prayers are with Cathy and family.
Love, Marie

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5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Murphy Funeral Home

1020 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02125

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9

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Margaret Church of St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish

800 Columbia Road, Dorchester, MA 02125

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1020 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02125

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