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Eileen Blackall Obituary
Eileen T. Blackall, 95, of Fairfield, CT, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at her home of 64 years, surrounded by her loving family.
Born May 25, 1929, in Flagmount, County Clare, Ireland, the daughter of the late Margaret and Francis O'Meara, Eileen was a longtime active member of the Gaelic American Club in Fairfield and a parishioner at St. Thomas Aquinas Church.
She had seven siblings, six of whom predeceased her, including Madge Delahanty, Beatrice Maloney-Jones, Mary Hickey, Annie Brown, Betty Conboy, and William O'Meara. She is survived by Dennis O'Meara of Ballinruan, County Clare, Ireland. Eileen immigrated to the United States, landing in New York City. It was there that she met her beloved husband of 61 years, Joseph, who predeceased her.
Known for her quick wit and generous heart, Eileen was a longtime member of the Gaelic American Club where she enjoyed her favorite pastime - dancing to Irish music and talking with her many friends. Throughout her life she gave freely to those in need, be it preparing nightly dinners for an elderly neighbor, supporting a friend or family who had fallen on hard times, or simply listening to those who had experienced loss. In addition, she was also a loving foster parent for 38 Catholic Charities babies. Over the many years she served as a foster parent for those newborn babies, she never once complained about getting up for nighttime feedings. Like many things in her life, she gave without ever expecting anything in return.
Survivors include three beloved children, Kathleen Blackall of Fairfield, Eileen Gann and her husband John, of Mountain View, CA, and George Blackall and his wife, Colleen of Hershey, PA; five cherished grandchildren, E.J and Jess Gann, Emily Parrie (formerly Gann), Harry and Patrick Blackall and three great-grandchildren; Beau and Autumn Gann and Grace Parrie.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, July 22, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. meeting directly at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 545 Stratfield Road, Fairfield. Interment will follow in St. Thomas Cemetery, Fairfield. A visitation will be held Sunday, July 21st from 3-6 p.m. in the Spear-Miller Funeral Home, 39 South Benson Road, Fairfield.
Friends may consider a donation in Eileen's memory to the Gaelic American Club, 74 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824.
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Nelsa
August 4, 2024
Sending you condolences for the loss f your mom..I remember her smile, kindness and grace.
Dennis,(nephew) Denis Snr, brother, Emer, Cillian and Natalie )
July 24, 2024
Heartfelt sympathies to ye all on the sad passing of Eileen. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Daniel B. C. Gardiner
July 23, 2024
I never met Mrs. Blackall, however I worked on projects with her son George; he is a well groomed man, a joy to work with and had a great upbringing. RIP Mrs. Blackall.
Anne and Edward N. Moran
July 22, 2024
Anne, her niece, and her husband, Ned, offer their sympathy to Eileen's children, extended family and to Dennis and the many old friends of Anne in Clare.
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Susan Barrett
July 20, 2024
To the Blackall Family
Your Mom was a beautiful person. My late Dad always enjoyed chatting with her. She always had such kind words to say. Truly a lady of fine fashion. She always made you feel better to chat with her. May you treasure all these fine memories. She will be with you in your hearts. Special prayers. She lived a fine life.
Roseanne Campbell
July 19, 2024
So very sorry for your loss Kathleen, Eileen and George! I have some great memories of our high school days! She was a force to be reckoned with for sure! Loved her after school cakes! Lots of love to each of you!
The Staff of Spear-Miller Funeral Home
July 19, 2024
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