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EDWIN S. BLACKER
Edwin S. Blacker passed on October 6, 2017 in St Petersburg, FL at the age of 80. He was born in Petersburg, Virginia, the son of Samuel and Dora (Kaplan). After graduating from the Richmond Professional Institute, he began his career with the National Park Service as the manager for Wolf Trap and Ford's Theater, followed by directing the Bat Sheva Dance Company of Israel. He then joined the staff of the Kennedy Center where he managed the Terrace and Eisenhower Theaters, as well as representing his union. He was active in the local gay communities of Washington and St. Petersburg, a founding member of Bet Mishpachah Synagogue and a volunteer at the Whitman Walker Clinic. He retired in 2002, and moved to St. Petersburg. He is survived by his husband of 20 years, Ervin (Charlie) Cerveny and loving family and friends. Donations in his memory can be made to the Metro Community Center Senior Programs at https://www.metrotampabay.org/product/elder-programs/. Information regarding his memorial service can be obtained by contacting: [email protected]
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Sponsored by anonymous.
October 5, 2018
Charlie, I was sorry to hear about my Uncles death last year.I was just a child but do remember him and followed his career until he left Wolf Trap.You have his extended families sincere condolences and we are very happy he found love and peace with you.
Namaste
November 2, 2017
replying to request for contact info as to service for Ed in D.C.
Walter Cahill
[email protected]
worked for Ed at Terrace Theatre John F. Kennedy Center
Ervin Cerveny
November 1, 2017
Zich'rono Li-V'rach
May His memory Always be a Blessing
Tony Branch
October 22, 2017
Charlie,
Ed McCann and I are also so sorry for your loss. It's doubtless very hard as you grieve for Ed's passing. But as you said to me, you have 20+ years of very good memories of the love you shared with Ed to carry with you.
Ed was highly intelligent, very deliberate and accurate in his speech, a good listener and a wonderful friend to all who knew him. He was one of those "positive" people who made one feel good to be in his company.
We didn't know Ed in his previous life in the DC area. However, I was struck by the tribute paid by a former Kennedy Center employee he supervised who wrote that Ed was the "best boss"he ever had. That's an important perspective on a man: how he treated his subordinates and those less fortunate than him. It seems that empathy, compassion, and the desire to teach were constants in Ed's life.
Chuck Hibbett
October 15, 2017
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sam DePriest
October 15, 2017
So sorry for your loss, Charlie. I will always remember Ed as a soft-spoken, kind, and gentle man. He will be missed by me and many others and will live on in our memories though he is no longer here with us on earth.
C. S.
October 14, 2017
I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the dear family and friends. Take comfort in knowing "God is greater than our hearts..." (1 John 3:19,20)
IC
October 14, 2017
I am sorry for your loss. It is at times like these when we are crushed at heart and need love and support that God provides what we need. May your hearts always be filled with the love you shared because love never fails.
Missy
October 14, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. Sending my prayers and condolences. May you continue to lean upon God for comfort to help you endure during this time. Psalms 146:5,6.
Jay Langford
October 13, 2017
Ed was an honorable man whose example I hope to follow. Heaven is a better, well-entertained and informed place.
Walter Cahill
October 13, 2017
I had the privilege to work for Ed when he was Theater Manager at the Terrace Theatre in the Kennedy Center. Ed was a great guy. I have often said he was the best boss I ever had.
Tom Rodriguez
October 13, 2017
I'll never forget Ed's warm smile (ok, maybe more of an evil grin) and infections laughter. I know that nothing anyone can say will take away the pain of your loss, but I hope you find comfort knowing that Ed's friends in the DC area have you in our thoughts and prayers.
Brenda
October 13, 2017
My condolences to the family for your loss. May it comfort you to know that God is paying attention to the broken-hearted, and He saves those with a crushed spirit. He will do it for you.
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