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Robert Blakemore Obituary
Robert W. Blakemore, born July 5, 1926, in Lakemore, Ohio, Robert "Bob" William Blakemore passed away peace fully on Nov. 27, 2003, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to Visiting Nurse of Hospice, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron, Ohio 44333. Private burial serv ices will be held at Greensburg Cemetery. A memorial mass will be held at St. Vincent's Catholic Church at 11 a.m. TODAY, Dec. 1, 2003. (McGowan Reid & Santos, an Anthony Family Funeral Home, 330-928-1313.)
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for Robert Blakemore
Michael & Mary
November 23, 2023
Bob, you are greatly missed
Michael O'Reilly
December 31, 2003
JoAnn-
We share in your loss as Bob was a neighbor, friend and great human being. His wit and wisdom is sorely missed.
Don't be a stranger.
With Love,
Michael & Mary O'Reilly
Ernie Milan
December 23, 2003
Bob was a great friend to me, he taught me much about working with people in civil and labor law.
I can still hear him say "negotiate", "Litigate" when all else fails.
I will miss him,Ernie
Diane Appleby-Romano
December 7, 2003
Dear Allison and Jon,
It has been a lot of years since our paths have crossed. I have so many lovely memories of caring for you both and your brother when you were small. I have thought of you often and always fondly. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you both at this time. Your Dad was one of a kind. I would love to hear from you both if you ever have a chance to write.
Warm Regards,
Diane Appleby Romano
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Pat Lionetti
December 4, 2003
Joanne, I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He certainly put up a good fight. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Someday, in time, please give me a call.
Shirley (Bollman)Reish
December 3, 2003
The Blakemoe Family, In 1957 Bob was instrumental in landing me my first job out of high school with A.P.Feldman, Joe Winer, etc. I remember handing out political flyers in front of Goodyear at 7am before work...I have many fond memories of Bob while working for several law firms and seeing Bob, always a smile and a friendly hello. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Lori (Barbuto) Leady
December 2, 2003
Allison, I was so saddend to hear about about your dad's passing. We go back a long time. I remember all of the functions you and I use to attend with our fathers together. All of the family gatherings we use to have! Those were the days! I know that he is at peace now and you and your family, in time will find that peace also. If there is anything I can every do for you please do not hestitate to call me. Love, Lori
nancy potter
December 2, 2003
We extend our sympathy to Joanne and the entire Blakemore family.
Nancy and Joe Potter
The Eggers Family
December 2, 2003
Dearest Bob,
For so many years I have wanted to put into words what you have meant to our family. I was raised believing that we should always take the time to say the good things. We/I want you to know what a difference you have made in our lives and how much we all adore, respect, and appreciate you. Although most people would say that it's too late now, somehow, I believe you'll know. I guess even now you are still giving...how typically Bob Blakemore!
When you lost your son, I sent you a card, it spelled out very clearly how deeply sorry I was for your loss and how much we love you. It put into words (as well as possible) all that is in our/my hearts for you and let you know that especially at this time (but always) you are in my prayers. It wasn't until about six months later that I got that card back in the mail. It seemed that you had moved from 277 S Broadway and that the forwarding time had expired. Although I had every intention of putting it into words "the next time", I never did.
That missed opportunity has haunted me for years. It occurs to me now, that even though the words remained unspoken, to stir such emotion, love, loyalty, and respect in people's hearts and lives, you felt it - and knew it - and returned it. That's what made you the kind of man that you were. It was spoken every time you gave a hug to comfort, that you spoke a word of encouragement, that you touched our hand to assure us, and that you reached out to help us. You reached into our lives in our times of need and the roots of an everlasting friendship grew in our hearts. So until we meet again our treasured friend, we will remember, we will continue to love you, and hopefully we will give freely of ourselves when we have the opportunity to meet a need due to of the example that you set. May your legacy live on in those who loved you.
To Joanne and all of your family we must say thank you. It couldn't have been easy to always share Bob as you did. There are so many of us who are so much richer because you did. God Bless you and hold close now and always. You are in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. We would be humbled and honored to reach out to you as Bob reached out to us.
The Eggers Family
Renee Baka
December 2, 2003
Our prayers are with you at this time of loss. We love you Allison!... Renee, Sarah, Nicole, and Natalie.
Ollie Stormer
December 1, 2003
Memories of my life-long friend and attorney. Words can't express our loss. God bless the family at this heartfelt time.
Ollie Stormer
Dorothy Stein
December 1, 2003
This amazing man will be missed by myself and my family, he was always there when we needed him day or night. Sincere and deepest regrets to the family for the loss of a loving father and husband.
Dorothy Stein
Marie & Howard Karl
December 1, 2003
Joanne & family, God has taken a good one and He will give him peace. He was a great mentor to me, for my life and the Democrate Party. I'm involved because of him. May God give you strength knowing he is at peace now, with God. God Bless you all. Give my regards to Allison and Bucky also.
Anne Smith
December 1, 2003
Allison,
Although I could not attend the service today, I wanted to let you know you are in our thoughts. If you need anything, call any time.
Arthur & Elaine Hawthorne
December 1, 2003
Dear Joanne,
With fond memories of many good times with you and Bob....He will be remembered in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy.
Linda DiPaolo-Copley
December 1, 2003
To the Blakemore Family,
Mr. Blakemore was a close friend and political ally of my father. The two of them served as County Chairmen during the same period of time. I have a picture of Mr. Blakemore and my father holding onto Vice President Hubert Humphrey during a motorcade in downtown Kent.
Dad and Bob were great friends, and they are together again.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Blakemore family.
Paul Koscik
December 1, 2003
Joanne,
I worked with you at the Summit County Prosecutor's office while I was in law school in 1973. After I graduated, I met you one day and told you I was looking for a job. You suggested that I should meet with Bob Blakemore and he might be of help. I told you that I didn't know him and he wouldn't see me.
You said he would see me and subsequently I received a call from his office. We talked for over an hour. To spend so much time talking to me, a stranger, spoke volumes about his character. He gave me a lot of advice and some ideas. Sunsequently, I was hired by the Ohio Attorney Generals Office. Although I was never told that he intervened, I sure his name carried a lot of weight.
Because of your help and Bob's help, the direction of my life was changed. Bob Blakemore played an important part in my life. I just wanted to say thanks to both of you.
Paul Koscik
keith&anne ruffner
December 1, 2003
One of our all time favorite neighbors.
The Ruffner Family
Louise Cochran Abraham
December 1, 2003
I loved my cousin Bob.
Jack&Marcie Wigley
December 1, 2003
Remembering our years at Akron Law School. Our depest condolences to the Blakemore family our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jean Wolf
December 1, 2003
Donald & Jean (Crano) Wolf
Barbara A. Venesy
December 1, 2003
Dear Allison,
Please know that you and your family are very much in my thoughts and prayers. Warmest regards.
Barbara
Scott and Vic Gross
November 30, 2003
We were so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. May the thought of the past bring even more comfort today. I/we will always look up to you as we always have. Vic and Scott
Diana Zaleski
November 30, 2003
I was so sad to see that Bob has passed away. He was a real force in our political party those many years ago. I was not involved in politics back then, but whenever I would run into him, he was aways great to me and encouraged me in my endeavors. I know that he was a mentor to many of our elected officials then and many of us these past years. He will be sorely missed by many and a real loss to the legal community. You have my deepest sympathy in your loss and may he rest in peace.
James Bierce
November 30, 2003
We were so very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was one of my favorite democrats and landlord during my law practice in Akron.
Judge James M. Bierce
Vivian McClanahan
November 30, 2003
I am very saddened by the passing of Bob. He was a very dear friend and my deepest condolences to Joanne and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donna Huston
November 30, 2003
No one can really appreciate your importance to Summit County and its people. You were such a kind man. Good night, Sweet Prince. We'll never see your like again.
E.A. Fisher
November 30, 2003
Regards - Sorry for your loss. I have some great memories of Bob. Bud Fisher
Harry Fairhurst
November 30, 2003
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Blakemore family. Bob's passing has left a the city with a large void, as he was truly a fine gentleman, and humanitarian.
Michael Hendler
November 30, 2003
Thank you Bob for being a meaningful part of my life. You are missed.
Alain Bénard
November 30, 2003
Sometimes you have been a Democrat, sometimes you have been a Republican. Nobody is perfect, but to me you have always been the same good friend.
Let's go fishing again.
Alain
Augie and Lieselotte Rios
November 29, 2003
Our Deepest Condolences
Augie and Lieselotte Rios
Lynda (Oddi)Essman
November 29, 2003
Dear Joanne,
I'm not sure if you even remember me, but I remember you and I am so sorry about Bob. I know how much you admired, respected and loved him. It is a terrible loss. I know you are strong and I know you will miss him very much. Please feel free to get in touch with me.
Lynda
Dianne Giles Teodosio
November 29, 2003
My father (Frank Giles) and I wish to send our prayers for you and your family through these sad times. Bob was an honored and privileged person to know. We will all miss him. God be with you all.
james talbert
November 29, 2003
Bob was a very special person. I was one of his original babysitters back in the early 60's, and he was friends with my parents - Jerry and Betty Talbert back when he still lived on Clifton in North Hill. He will be remembered by my family and by all in his GSSGA family. JET
ray yannucci
November 29, 2003
Joanne,
I am so sad to hear of the passing of Bob. I know he put up a long and courageous fight.
He was a man of class and dignity, and I am proud and honored to have had him as my friend and adviser.
It is never easy to lose a loved one, especially one who was your soulmate for so many years, but your sorrow and sense of emptiness will be eased by all the wonderful memories you had with Bob for all those glorious years together.
Needless to say, he will be missed!
Sincerely,
Marge and Ray Yannucci
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