Winifred JUNE Blackmore (nee Kearley)
June 22, 1932 to November 11, 2023
Obituary
Passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Centre, age 91 years, Winifred JUNE Blackmore (nee Kearley) of St. John’s, NL on November 11, 2023.
Predeceased by her beloved husband William (Bill) Blackmore in December 1974 and her brother Nelson Kearley in July 2017.
Leaving to mourn are her loving family both near and far. Her three children: Debra, Sandra, and Rodney Blackmore. Her pride and joy, grandson Dylan Grose (Montreal, Quebec), as well as her brother and sister-in-law, Everett & Marlo Kearley of Elbow, Saskatchewan, and sister-in law Marilyn Kearley of St. John’s, NL.
Auntie June is also mourned by her dearly loved nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great-nephews from the Kearley and Blackmore families residing all over the world; and a very special family friend Regina Russell (Glenn Russell) who fondly called her Mrs. B but was like her daughter.
She was born on Southside Road East on 22 June 1932 (hence her name). Her family later moved to Patrick Street and then to Oxen Pond Road. A student at the old Salvation Army College on Springdale Street, she later completed her commercial qualification at Prince of Wales College. After work as a legal secretary, she met the love of her life, Bill Blackmore. They were married in June of 1953 but sadly she lost Bill in December 1974. She put her former commerce skills to work and managed to finish raising her family.
June was a very talented, determined, and intelligent woman. In her later years, she also managed to care for her parents in their declining years. June loved to travel quite a lot; not only in her home province of NL, but she also travelled extensively to Western Canada, Alaska, Europe, and the Caribbean, either visiting family members or traveling with friends.
She loved her weekly card & Ramoli clubs that she was a member of for many years. She dearly loved to attend dance recitals, musical performances, art galleries and other cultural events. She loved long drives and eating out with friends and family. She was a delight wherever she went, and everyone loved her! June had a life that was well lived, and she will be missed by family and the many friends that knew her.
Special thanks to the management and staff at Cambridge Estates for their care and kindness, the home where she resided from February 2022 – August 2023. Special thanks to the doctors and staff at the HSC, 4 North A for their support in bringing June comfort in her final weeks.
Funeral arrangements entrusted with Carnell’s Funeral Home, Freshwater Road. A celebration of her long life begins with a visitation at Carnell’s Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 14th, 2023, from 2:00-4:00 pm and 7:00-9:00 pm. Interment will take place on Wednesday, November 15th, 2023, at 2:00 pm from Carnell’s Funeral Home to Mount Pleasant Cemetery, 53 James Ln, St. John’s, NL A1E 3H3.
Flowers gratefully accepted or a donation in her memory may be made to the REAL Program (providing funds to children for sports, art, recreation, and leadership programs in St. John’s) Become a REAL Supporter – City of St Johns or the Kids Eat Smart Foundation in honor of her love for children. https://www.kidseatsmart.ca/donate-now/
Rest easy Mom, we will love and miss you forever.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on November 14, 2023
7-9 p.m. on November 14, 2023
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
2:00pm, Wednesday November 15th
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery
Sandra, Rodney and Debbie
I remember what good friends our mothers were when we were all growing up. Your mom was a lovely lady . Treasure the many fond memories you have of her as you grieve her loss.
Please accept our condolences.
Jim and Jill Strong
Rodney, Sandra, and Debbie,
I have a clear picture in my mind of our Moms having their daily mid morning tea at the kitchen table at No 5. (I hung around when I could ). For years, when Melissa was little, she sent us a little Christmas decoration many of which still find their way on to the Christmas tree.. She always had a smile and a hug for me from the time I was little until the last time I saw her (about 5 years ago). Your Mom was very special and we grieve with you and for you.
My condolences on the loss of this lovely lady. God Bless and God Speed June!
Dear Sandy, my deep condolence and sympathy to you for the loss of your mother. My best to you in this difficult time.
Sandra I am so sorry for your loss. Memories are the comfort and sharing of stories. ❤️
Marilyn
Sandra so sorry for the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Take Care
Dearest Sandy, I’m so sorry for your irreplaceable loss. Your parents were always so nice to me when we were young, and I’ll never forget their care and support. I always loved and respected your mother and know how you two really liked your drives around the bay, dinners out, and seeing the sights. She will be missed. Deepest condolences to Debra and Rodney. Thinking of you now..
Much love, Gail (Katie and Evan send their love too.)
Sandra. Paul and I are so sorry for your loss. Condolences to you and your family
by Carol and Paul
Dear Sandra. Deepest condolences to you, Debra and Rod. Your mum was a lovely women. She had a great sense of adventure and was always on the move. Remembering her fondly. Elaine and Ted
Sending sincere condolences to all June’s family. Although George Street United Church and its UCW are no longer active, the UCW members remember Mrs. Blackmore as a valued member. She has been a Charter Member since the UCW inception in 1962 , an Honourary Life Member of the United Church Women of Canada since 1994 and an active member of Unit 5 of George Street UCW for many years. With love and gratitude for all your service. Rest in peace,
Pauline Murrin – on behalf of the UCW.
Rod , Sandra and family ,
May your memories of your mother be a blessing to you .
Sincere condolences ,
Tom Mills
Deb, Sandra and Rod
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Your mom will be missed
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My heart is broken , this sweet lady was in my life for 47 years, to the day, as of yesterday. She passed peacefully knowing she was dearly loved .
We had many fun times together over the years. Mrs B, as I fondly called her, was one of my mom’s dear friends , they played cards together and they lived in the same house for over 17 years on Ayre Place .
Mrs B took me to dance recitals , art galleries , out for dinner and we shared many drives over the years. She would always try and be in the audience for my Kiwanis Music Festival Performances when I was in school because my mom was working and couldn’t attend herself. She always called me her “other ” daughter, especially with my red hair ! She called me down off snowbanks because the plow was coming , she brought me home gifts from her travels. She’s been there for all my life’s celebrations and even the losses. To say I love her is an understatement, and I’m proud to say I have kept a promise I made to her 3 years ago when she knew she was declining in her health. For the last 19 days I have spend by her side in Palliative Care. She was always a strong woman , but the last couple of weeks she was remarkably stong. She was never a quitter.
Mrs B ,my heart is broken to lose you , but I will forever remember you as you now rest with your true love Bill . I’m sure there will be a game of cards when you see mom too!
Rest In Peace Mrs B, I dearly love you and will miss you forever. ❤️
Sincere sympathy to June’s family. WE were school
friends and often met over the years at various events .we enjoyed exchanging family stories June was a kind fun loving friend a life well lived
Debbie, deepest condolences on the passing of your dear mom. I remember her as a very gentle woman with a great sense of humor. May your memories of her, stay in your heart forever.
Paula Jamieson Magalios