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Patricia Blackburn Obituary
Survived by her mother, Rita M. Blackburn (nee Hasse); her brothers and sisters, Thomas M. (Christine) Blackburn, Robert "Blackie" (Catherine) Blackburn, Lawrence (Victoria) Blackburn, Mary (William) Bernhard, Nancy Blackburn, Jean (Mark) Ksiazak and Timothy (Kathleen) Blackburn; Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many close dear friends.
Preceded in death by her father, Thomas W. Blackburn (2004).
Graduate of St. Francis Academy class of 1969 and College of St. Francis class of 1973.
Patricia was employed with State Farm Insurance Company for over 35 years.
Member of St. Patrick Catholic Church.
Funeral services will be held from the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home, 2320 Black Road, Wednesday, November 5 at 9:30 A.M. to St. Patrick Catholic Church at 10:00 A.M. for a Mass of Christian Burial.
Interment Resurrection Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials to St. Jude Children's Hospital or Joliet Area Community Hospice will be appreciated.
Visitation will be held Tuesday from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Patricia Blackburn
Sue Purkart
November 19, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Pat was a wonderful and caring lady. She always had a smile on her face and made you feel welcome when she helped you at the State Farm Claims office. She will be missed my many, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
stephanie batozech
November 11, 2008
Dear Nancy, We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our prayers.
The Batozech family
Bill Towler
November 9, 2008
God Bless you Pat. I'm sure you will be missed by your State Farm family.
Cathy Beeson
November 9, 2008
Patty Pat was not only a co-worker, but a GOOD FRIEND. If you ever question the definition of a lady---just think of Pat.
Bill Goetz
November 5, 2008
Aunt Rita, So sorry to hear that Pattie passed away. She was such a wonderful person. We'll miss her, but know she is in a better place.
Love,
Janet Crombie
November 5, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Blackburn family. Pat was such a wonderful next-door neighbor of my mom's. (Pat and my mother lived next-door to each other for several years.)
Cheryl Fox
November 4, 2008
I knew Pat for many years while in the auto body industry. She would always have a good word and a smile that made the visits to our shop for State Farm a pleasure. I would like to extend sympathy to all of her family from my ex-husband, Ivor and myself.
Cheryl
(Formerly Fox Auto Body Shop, Manhattan, IL)
Karen Davis
November 4, 2008
Aunt Rita, I was so saddened when I heard of Patty's passing...I knew it was a possiblility, but no one is prepared for it when it comes...I write for Kathy and for me, that Patty was one of our favorite cousins, we always had fun when we played together...My heart goes out to you Aunt Rita..and I know, that if Kathy was here, she would say the same...but Patty is with Uncle Tom and all the Blackburns and I'm sure Kathy and Dennis (Haller) were there to greet her when she arrived...my prayers are with you and your family. Patty was so loved...
Cantigny VFW Post #367
November 4, 2008
Dear Blackie and Family,
Our heart goes out to you for the loss of your sister. You will be in our thoughts and prayers at the Post.
From all your friends at the Post.
Barbara Zook
November 4, 2008
Patti was one of my favorite Blackburn cousins. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Now she will be with her dad, Uncle Tom, and our grandparents, Mae and Bert.
May God Bless Aunt Rita and her family.
Barbara Zook
Paddy O'Reilly
November 4, 2008
the Blackburn family seems to have always been a part of our life. Your are with me and the O'Reillys. You are missed.
John & Carrie Cooling
November 4, 2008
I met Patty when I started at State Farm. Over the years we became good friends. I don't know if I've ever met a more kind and caring person. I've never known a person who had anything but good things to say about Patty. She so loved her family, and would always light up when talking about her family experiences. I'm sure there is a special place in heaven for Patty. Carrie and I offer our most sincere condolences to her entire family. She will be missed by anyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Jim Meek
November 4, 2008
Our sympathies to the entire Blackburn and Ksiazak Family.
Meek Family
Ron Ausec
November 4, 2008
Blackie, I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Ron Ausec
Pat Speaker
November 4, 2008
My condolences to Pat's family. She was a wonderful person and always had a positive attitude. It was a privilege to have worked with her. She will be sorely missed.
State Farm Insurance
Pat Sullivan
November 4, 2008
Nancy,
I am sorry to hear of your sisiter's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe & Bonnie Seme
November 4, 2008
Dear Blackie, Cathy & Family,
We are so very sorry for your great loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. God Bless !!!
Joe & Bonnie Seme
Jayne Carroll Naughton
November 4, 2008
I cannot express how deeply I feel your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
ED, ED'S BODY SHOP
November 3, 2008
Our family knew Pat thru State Farm as an estimator who was always fair, honest and a pleasure to deal with. She was a class act with a smile always on Her face. She will be missed in this industry.
Tommy Turriff
November 3, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to Nancy and the Blackburn family. Nancy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tommy and everyone at TLC
Donna Gentile
November 3, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Blackburn family. I worked with Pat thru the State Farms Claim Office back when the agents office and the claims office worked closely with each other. She was truly a very nice person who I always enjoyed dealing with. God Bless.
Karen Reed
November 3, 2008
I have known and worked with Pat at State Farm for around 15 years. She had a smile that would help you get through your day. She was such a nice person and I will miss her.
My sincerest sympathy to the Blackburn family.
Ken Strode
November 3, 2008
I worked with Pat for a number of years in Joliet. She had a great attitude and was always a true professional. Although I never met any of her extended family you should all be very proud of the life she lived. She represented the Blackburn name with distinction.
Goline Lawrence
November 3, 2008
Pat was one of the first smiling faces to greet me when I started at State Farm. We often shared laughs in the garage. Even though I moved away, we kept in touch periodically through the years. Pat was a dear friend and will be truly missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Blackburn family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
John Matthews
November 3, 2008
Mark & Jean and Family, you have our deepest sympathies.
Matthews Family
DIANNA
November 3, 2008
I HAD THE PLEASEURE OF KNOWING PAT FROM WORK. SHE WAS A VERY KIND, HONEST AND GOOD LADY. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HER FAMILY. DIANNA BUSHA'
Robin Krynicki
November 3, 2008
Dear Rita and all,
I am so sorry for your loss. Patty had that "Blackburn smile" that just lit up a room. I pray that the pain of her loss is overtaken by the loving & fun memories of her too short life with you.
Cindy Alberico
November 3, 2008
My sympathy to all family and friends. I worked with Pat years ago at St. Joes and would run into her occasionally through the years. Although I had not seen her in quite a while, I was shocked to see that she has passed away. She was such a nice person. Again please accept my sympathy.
Pat Terlep-Desiderio
November 3, 2008
My deepest sympathy to everyone in the Blackburn Family. Pat Terlep Desiderio
ROSAMOND FLYNN
November 3, 2008
Rita and family, I am so sorry. When my brother died at age 30, my 2 year old son said, "Uncle Jimmiy is with the angels". Out of the mouth of babes -----
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