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Monty Blakeman Obituary

BLAKEMAN Monty Blakeman, age 66, entered into eternal rest on April 23, 2011 at his home in Shelton, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Burlington, VT on May 14, 1944, son of the late Harold and Mary (Musbek) Blakeman. Monty was a proud member of the Shelton community for many years and was a supporter of many associations, including the Shelton and Monroe Police Unions, Boy Scouts of America, Special Olympics of CT, and Shelton High School's team sports and fundraisers. He was involved in numerous clubs and organizations, including the NRA, Safari Club International Connecticut Chapter, HBA of Fairfield County, Marquis Builders Alliance, the Harley Davidson Rider's Club, and served as a board member on the Shelton Builder's Association and as a 242nd Engineer for the National Guard. Monty, a commercial and residential developer, was a hard working, self made man who found great pride in his projects and loved the land. His most notable developments were The Center at Split Rock, Huntington Woods, Boehm Pond, Rollingwood Estates in Newtown, Aspetuck Village, Knollbrook Condominiums, Old Field Estates in Southbury, Big Horn Acres, Saw Mill Estates, Round Hill Estates, Buck Hill Estates in Shelton, Joyful Valley Estates in Oxford, Housatonic Rise, Mont's Mart, Walgreens in Seymour, and CVS in Milford. Monty is the beloved father of Christine Blakeman, James Blakeman and his wife Julie; the devoted grandfather of Kenneth and Nikki Molina, Jeanine and Corey Blakeman; the brother of Allan Blakeman and his wife Joan, Geno Blakeman and his wife Barbara, Wesley Blakeman and His wife Catherine; and the uncle of Allan, Kevin, Mark, Marlene, Michelle, Gino, Michael, Wesly, and Laura. He is also survived by his companion Pam Ginnetti, his best friend Sue Coyle and several great nieces and nephews. Friends and family may call on Tuesday, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Riverview Funeral Home, 390 River Road, Shelton. Friends are invited to go directly to St. Joseph's Church, 424 Coram Ave., Shelton on Wednesday for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Monty Blakeman Fund at the Valley Community Foundation, 2 Enterprise Drive, Shelton. Condolences may be left to Monty's family at www.riverviewfh.com.

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Published by Connecticut Post from Apr. 25 to Apr. 26, 2011.

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Ray

April 17, 2023

It's hard to believe it's been 12 years since your passing. I think of you often, especially when out on my bike remembering the trips we would take on them. Rest well my friend.

Richard Stein

April 18, 2022

No one could have a better friend than Monte.

chris jevarjian

January 17, 2012

Monty rest in peace i wont forget the days u picked me up at the bus stop as a kid and i would work for
u i learn so much from u at a young age and it has made me a better person and u will be always missed by me and the people u touched dearly my prayer go to u jimmy and julie and chris. Rip Monty

Matt Fuhrman

May 25, 2011

Jimmy,Christine,Blakeman Family,
I just found out about your dad (Monty) passing.I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am for your lost.Monty was a special person and will be truely missed.I was lucky enough not only to work for your dad,but also got to know him on a personal level.Monty gave me opportunities to see and do things I never thought I'd be able to.I will always hold those memories close to me.Jimmy,Christine if there is anything you need don't hesitate to ask.Monty may have been my boss,but I always considered him my best friend.May god bless you and the whole Blakeman family.
Monty I miss you and will never forget how you pushed me to become the person I am today.Rest in peace my friend.

April 28, 2011

Geno and Barbara, We are so saddened by the passing of your brother. Monty was one of a kind, a self made successful man who left a great mark on this earth. We will sorely miss him. Please accept our love and concern at this time.
Karen and Carl Kelchen
Cascade, Iowa

Chrisitne Randall

April 28, 2011

To my friends Jim and Julie Blakeman, I am so sorry for the loss to you and your family. Jim you have much to be proud of with all of the accomplishements of your father. I know you will both miss him very much. I wish you peace at this difficult time.
Christine and Steven Randall, Shelton , CT

Mark Aldrich

April 27, 2011

JIMMY,CHRISTINE, Sorry for your lose. Monty was a great man with many ideas,and when he put his mined to it he always got the job done.We will all miss him very much many he rest in peace.

Sue Pernek Garrity & Family

April 26, 2011

Chris & Jimmy,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your families during this difficult time.

Cathy Roberge Stacy Richardson

April 26, 2011

To Chris, Jimmy and the Blakeman family. Our deepest of sympathies on your loss. It truly is a loss to all, his family, friends, community and all who have ever crossed paths with him. He was a true gentleman, a gem. Again, our sincerest of condolences.

Eleni Sotiriou

April 26, 2011

Monty was one of the finest people I have ever met and he will be sorely missed. In addition to being an excellent real estate developer, he was as fine a gentleman as one could hope to meet. I will forever cherish our many conversations on matters related to politics, zoning and religion - in that order! My deepest sympathies to his family.

April 26, 2011

Chris & Jimmy, I am so sorry to hear about your dad, I always thought of him as my uncle monty,My thoughts and prays are with you and the family.

Cousin, Maryanne Hilker - Maryville, Tenn

laura reilly

April 26, 2011

just found out about our monster ! well miss ya monte ! even when you where mad , ya had the biggest dimples ! god bless the family .

Joann and Drew Allen

April 26, 2011

Jimmy and Julie,
We are so sorry to hear of Monty's passing. He was a wonderful man who made us smile and laugh each day he came to visit. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Gina LoCicero

April 26, 2011

Chris & Jimmy,
Very Sorry for your loss. It was an honor to know and work for Monty. He was a very caring person who would do anything for those he loved. The advice he gave me will never be forgotten. He will be missed. I understand the pain of loosing a parent so young, and I know Monty is with my mother and she will take care of him.
Gina

Miki Vargas

April 26, 2011

RIP Monty

Miki

April 26, 2011

Dear Chris, so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God continue to comfort you and your family at this difficult time. God Bless, Love Miki

Jamie Jagoe

April 26, 2011

Mont, Words can not express how sad I am now that you are gone. Our memories together will be forever remembered in my heart...our long talks, laughs over drinks and constant support and confidence in me. You taught me more than a school ever could. I love you and miss you so very much. Rest in peace my friend. Jame

April 26, 2011

Jim, Julie and Blakeman Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cherish the fond memories of Monty. Love, Mike, Steph, Michael & Ryan

April 26, 2011

With sincere sympathy from all of us on the death on Monty. A true gentleman, he will be sadly missed by everyone. Our prayers are with you, Jimmy & Lisa at this difficult time. God Bless. Seamus, Bernadette & Graham and the staff at Powerscreen CT.

Kevin Eisenman

April 26, 2011

Blakeman Family,
So sorry to hear of Monty's death.Lets hope he is in a better place with no more suffering. My depest condolances.

Kevin Eisenman

Sue DeLeon

April 26, 2011

So so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Hold on to the memories always...
Sooz, Michael & Jennifer DeLeon

Marc Cartisano

April 26, 2011

Jimmy,

I'm so very sorry for your loss, may god be with you and your family during this very trying time. Monty RIP.

Marc

Raymond Ganim

April 26, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

JEFF LOMBARI

April 26, 2011

MONTE,WE WILL MISS YOU,ALWAYS LOVED OUR CHATS,HOPE THEY HAVE SOME GOOD HAIRCUTTERS IN HEAVEN......JEFF YOUR BARBER

Dominick Musilli

April 26, 2011

I am extremely saddened by Monty's untimely passing. He was one of a select few people that I truly admired. His honesty, fairness and caring for others was unparalleled. Also, his intelligence combined with his optimism and determination enabled him to reach heights that only a few people can claim to have reached.

In the end, the world is a better place because of Monty's contributions and I am so proud to have known him. My deepest condolences to Jimmy, Chris and his grandchildren...

john kochiss

April 26, 2011

Hey Aloha Chris and Jimmie, I was sad to hear about the loss of your dad, still so young and strong. How much he accomplished in this lifetime is amazing. Monty kept us going thru thick and thin, even when no one else was building. He still always made time for a chat and a smile. There's no one bolder than Monty. I guess you guys will have to carry on,maybe God needed help on a big project and called in Monty. Hard to resist THAT call. Peace be with youguys and rest in peace, Monty.

April 25, 2011

In life there are not too many people that come along that you feel that special feeling that transends friendship. Monty was one of those people that cared more for others than himself and it has been my pleasure to call him my special friend.

Dick Stein Monroe, Ct.

brian vincent

April 25, 2011

rip monty

April 25, 2011

Monty was like a second father to all of us who he knew. So much good advice on things going on in our lives, not to mention his outstanding success business wise. We will all miss him dearly. Bruce Matto

Jane Lovejoy

April 25, 2011

So sorry to hear of Monty's passing. May love and fond memories carry you through this difficult time.

Anita Holtz

April 25, 2011

The Blakeman Family,
My husband, Dave Dickerson, and I share in your grief and loss. Monty had an infectious smile, a giant heart, and a joie de vivre that made him a very special individual. I will miss his friendliness and sense of humor. Above all, he loved his family and the opportunity to make them proud.
With deepest sympathy,
Anita Holtz (Dickerson)

Lucy Andrade

April 25, 2011

To the Blakeman Family -
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Tony & Lucy Andrade

Penny Brown Lee

April 25, 2011

Christine and Jimmy...
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Monty was such a good man and all of our lives are fuller for having known him. Stay strong... Love Danny Lee and Penny (Brown) Lee XOXO

Sam & Patti Portolese

April 25, 2011

Christine, Jimmy & Family, We were saddened by the news of Monty's passing. He was a great friend and we will miss him. Monty loved his Family and was proud of all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Patti and Sam Portolese

Laurie Novotny

April 25, 2011

Chris and Jimmy,
Both of you are and always will be his greatest accomplishment. He was so proud of you both. My he live on through you forever. I am deeply saddened. So many memories...Working for him, Going to Bike week with Dave, Jan, Bobby Genaccaro...the game dinners,Fun at the office, Long Hill and Aspetuck.. throwing me in that excavator..judging me when we would go on a run for work and I would drive the 5yrd dumptruck, and him telling me, damn Laurie...You DO know how to drive a stick..This is a the perfect truck for a girl! lol...Him bringing my my xmas tree from Dads tree farm in VT when I was sick..and putting it up for me..I could go on and on. I loved that man. I always will. Thanks for the friendship and Love my dear Monty. Godspeed to you...I will miss you. xoxo
Love, your friend,

Laurie Novotny

joe demarco

April 25, 2011

great person ,what a loss to society

Gina Ovesny

April 25, 2011

We are so sorry to hear of Monty's passing. He fought a brave fight and now he is at peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Alan, Gina and AJ Ovesny

Lindsey Alves

April 25, 2011

We are thinking of you jul an jim! He is in peace now.. We love you......stay strong love the alves family xo

Kate Berarducci

April 25, 2011

Julie, Jim and the Blakeman Family:

So sorry to hear about your dad/father-in-law, grandfather and friend to so many. The Dear Lord has taken yet another to be with Him to be safe and sound. No more pain and was welcomed with open arms.. that I am sure. Keep your memories of him close to your heart.

Thoughts and prayers are with you,

Kate Berarducci

Dollie Ray

April 25, 2011

Christine and Jimmy, I am so sorry for your loss. Being a friend of Monty since we were both only 20 years old, I have so many memories. I am so happy that I got to have a good visit with him 2 years ago when I was in CT for a visit. Sorry I will not be able to be there, but you and your children are in my thoughts and prayers.

Joseph LaPorta, II

April 25, 2011

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Bruce Blakeman

April 25, 2011

Jimmy and Chris - We were saddened by the loss of your Dad. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless You All - Bruce, Jane and Samantha Blakeman

April 25, 2011

Dear Jim, Julie, Jeanine, and Corey,
May your memories keep your Dad close as he remains one of those stars that has guided your life. We are so sorry for your loss. Our sympathy and love go out to you all.
Uncle Ches and Aunt Sandy

Barbara Beard

April 25, 2011

Chris, Jimmy and the Blakeman Family, Monty will always live in our hearts. May you be comforted by the love and grace of God. Love, Barbara

Tricia Torreso

April 25, 2011

Jimmy & Chris I'm so sorry for your loss. Your dad was an amazing man. He will be missed dearly by all. He had done so many wonderful things. His heart was so big and his love for life was tremendous. Just know that your father will always be in your hearts and will always be by your side. My sympathy to you and your families.

Trish

nino falconieri jr

April 25, 2011

chris and jim we are sorry for your loss. your dad was a good man. we will truely miss him. my mom and dad had many good times with him skiing,eating and even at work. my dad realy doesn't talk anymore but he would be the first to say monty was a good man. our hearts go out to you and your families. love nino sr jenny and nino jr

April 25, 2011

Jimmy & Christine, Very sorry for your loss, It was an Honor and a Privelage to know your Dad, May he Rest In Peace. jim finnegan

Bruce Blakeman

April 25, 2011

Jimmy and Chris - We were saddened to hear about your Dad. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you both and your children too - Bruce, Jane and Samantha Blakeman

April 25, 2011

The body is but a shell for the soul...know that Monte is near whenever
you need him. Godspeed, Monte. My sincerest wishes that you have peace, Pam and the Blakeman family.

Patty Pace

Kim & Cindi Svec

April 24, 2011

Dear Chris & Family. Our thoughts and prayers go to all for the lost of your dad our friend. we will always remember him fondly Kimball & Cindi Svec

Ray

April 24, 2011

Chris and Jimmy,
So very sorry for the loss of your dad. Over the coarse of the last two years I had come to know him better than the previous twenty years combined. He was a big help to me last year when my father passed in regards to helping me deal with that. He was a kind and honest man who will be missed by everybody.
Ray

Mike & Yvonne Feltovic

April 24, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with Monty's family. Sorry we can't be there.

April 24, 2011

Christine and Jimmy : So very sorry for your loss . Baldwin Family Shelbyville Ky

April 24, 2011

Sorry for your loss, he was a good man.

Bob & Jackie Voccola

April 24, 2011

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Monica Bevilacqua

April 24, 2011

Christine and Jimmy
We are very sorry for your loss. I take comfort in knowing Monty will be keeping my dad company and it will be like old times before long, with them causing trouble together.

wendy schaffer

April 24, 2011

chris and jimmy very sorry for your loss your father monty was a grat guy and loving man we will miss him very much love alway wendy schaffer susan schaffer lillian schaffer and linda tony westman

JANICE GOMBAS

April 24, 2011

CHRIS & JIMMY WE ARE DEEPLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS .. I STILL CANT BELIEVE THIS IS REAL !! I HAVE SO MANY THINGs TO say .. I WILL DEEPLY MISS HIM !! WE HAD ALOT OF GREAT TIMES !! AT WORK & BIKE WEEK ALL OUR PARTIES I HAVE ALOT OF GREAT MEMERIOES I MISS HIM SOO MUCH ALREADY I KNOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE OUT OF PAIN AND WITH ALOT OF HIS OL BUDDYs WE ARE HERE IF YOU NEED ANYTHING ILL BE THERE ! LOVE YAS jan & dave Gombas

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