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Ada Blackburn Obituary

Ada F. Blackburn, born October 3, 1939, passed away November 11, 2020. Longtime resident of Richfield Ohio, a nurse to many, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Preceded in death by her parents, Elbie and Brookie Collins (Waller); sisters, Verna Stevens and Ida Roberts; son-in-law, Ronald Kovak; grandson, Ronald Kovak, and great-granddaughter, Nora Kovak. She is survived by her brothers, Henry (Jeanetta) Collins and Joe Collins; daughters, Amy Kovak and Danita (Tom) Zsembik; son, Rodney (Susan) Blackburn; grandchildren, Joe (Marian) Kovak, Jessica (Matthew) Bocian, Jenifer (Mike) Weston, Nicholas, Andrew, and Alexander Blackburn, Braden and Isabelle Zsembik; and great-grandchildren, Chloe and Jackson Kovak, Noah and Brody Bocian. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 20, 2020 at Guardian Angels Catholic Church, 1676 S. Cleveland Massillon Rd., Copley, Ohio 44321 with Fr. Christopher Weber officiating. Family and friends may visit from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the service at the church. Inurnment will take place at All Saints Cemetery in Northfield. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. To Share a Memory, Send a Condolence or Light a Candle, visit the Tribute Wall at www.billowfuneralhomes.com (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel)

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Nov. 15, 2020.

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Leisha Burrows

November 27, 2020

Dear Family, I will always treasure our fond memories! I LOVE your Mother dearly & always will. I would have been with you, but I was just told yesterday. Keeping you in prayers! Sorry for the deep loss of your Mom! I know this is a difficult time & I know Mothers can NOT be replaced! Please kids (Amy, Rodney, & Danita) cling to one another, always cling to one another. It is very important after the loss of a parent. When I picture your Mom - - I see her bright smileing face, looking forward to seeing again in Heaven!!!!!! Deepest sympathy to each & every one of the family! I love you guys! Love, Leisha

Mary M. Ryan

November 15, 2020

Dear Blackburn Family,
I am so sorry. I have fond memories of Ada... from my Richfield Elementary School teaching days. She was always so nice. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Take care. Sending hugs...

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November 15, 2020

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1676 S. Cleveland Massillon Rd., Copley, OH

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