Dale passed away peacefully, with his family at his side at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Thursday, August 8, 2019, after complications of Parkinson’s Disease. He was in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Carolyn Blackburn and much loved dad of Carrie & Greg Parsons of Exeter and Brian & Heather Blackburn of Grand Bend. He was the very proud grandpa and biggest fan of his grandchildren, Blair, Cassie and Jordan. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Bill Blackburn, Dorothy Blackburn, Don Blackburn, Larry & Helen Blackburn, Sherry & Richard Greene, Joan & Harry Kranenburg, Richard & Beverly Perrin and Pam Perrin. Dale was predeceased by Betty Blackburn, Glen Blackburn, Charlotte Blackburn, Randy Blackburn, Marlene & Joseph Sebo and Jim Perrin. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews and their families. Dale was known for his quick wit, sense of humor and words of wisdom, “nothing good happens after midnight”!
As was his wish, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, September 15, 2019 at The Barn, Exeter Golf Club, 40374 Kirkton Rd, Centralia, ON from 2 – 5 pm with words of remembrance at 3 pm.
If desired, donations in Dale’s memory can be made to the South Huron Hospital Foundation or Jessica’s House Residential Hospice.
The family wishes to thank the staff at Prince George Retirement Residence for their care and kindness over the past several months. The doctors and nursing staff at South Huron Hospital were always there when we needed them, providing kind and compassionate care and for this we are thankful. Dr. Ryan, we simply cannot thank you enough for your patience, guidance, kindness and expert care over the years. We are so grateful for your support to Dale and our family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Kathy Mann
My deepest sympathy Carolyn and family. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Lori Baker
Carolyn, Carrie, Greg, Blair and Cassie – Brian, Heather and Jordan
So very sorry to hear of Dale’s passing. Our sincere sympathies to your entire family. Memories will keep him right beside you! Cherish them all.
Brad and Lori Baker
Marley, Jenalyn and Matt and family
Barry and Brenna Vincent
To the Blackburn family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences to the entire family at this sad time.
Kim McKay
Carolyn, Carrie and Brian
I am so very sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Clare & Brenda (Parsons) Martene & Family
Dearest Carolyn, Carrie & Greg, Brian & Heather and Families . . .
Our heartfelt sympathies to the Blackburn Family as you mourn for the loss of a very important man in your life. Dale was a proud, kind, sincere, hard-working family man who loved his family & friends dearly. He will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humour – telling stories, making jokes and teasing any chance he could. Treasure the wonderful memories he has blessed you with, as these moments will bring a warm smile to your heart. Reminisce with a smile or even a tear of Dale – he will be with you in your hearts forever. “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal.” Please find strength by leaning on your family, friends, neighbours and faith for comfort and support in the days ahead.
Rest in Peace, Dale. ????????????
Sending lots of LOVE and HUGS to all of you . . . . .
Marion Parsons, Clare & Brenda, Rick & Shelley, Preston & Kim, Chris & Lisa & Families Xo Xo
The Dow Family
Our sincere condolences on the lost of Dale. Cherish all the memories .
Don & Joan Heywood
Carolyn, Carrie, Brian and families so sorry to hear of your lost. Cherish the memories forever. Sincerely Don & Joan
John and Linda Wuerth
Carolyn Carrie Brian abd families
So sorry to hear about Dale’s passing. Remember all the good times you had together as a family and cherish them . You have our Deepest Sympathy
Brian & Lynda Sanders
So sorry to hear of your loss Sure thinking of you and your family. Brian & Lynda Sanders
Kay Tripp
To the Blackburn Family…….Please accept my condolences for your lost…Kay Tripp
Gilzey
So sorry to hear of this buddy
Mike and JoAnne Pickering
Carolyn, Carrie, Brian and families so sorry to hear of Dales passing. He is at peace now and resting with many others that he has known over the years!! Great memories are helpful at this sad time! It is never easy to say good bye!! Mike and JoAnne Pickering
Barb McCann
Brian, Heather & family –
We are very sorry for your loss, sending our deepest sympathy to the Blackburn family. Cherish your memories
Barb & Gary Rau
George and Sue Wilson
Carolyn, Carrie, Brian and families, we are very sorry on the passing of Dale. He was a fun loving man. Always a smile. Cherish your precious memories. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue Wilson
Cy and Eleanor Blommaert
Carolyn & Family
Our deepest condolences …thinking of you at this time
Cy and Eleanor
Kathy Mann
Carolyn and family: You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Wendi Schwindt
Dear Carolyn, Carrie and Brian and family…so very sorry to hear about Dale. He did have a wonderful sense of humor and truly loved all of you.
Wendi
Margaret A. Brintnell
Carolyn & All Your Family
Sorry to hear about Dale. All of you will miss him so much. Smart Man. You all will have so many memories to share now and in days to come. My Sympathy to All.
Margaret Brintnell
Brent Atthill and Deb Manders
We are so sorry to hear of Dale’s passing. Lots of wonderful visits over the years with Dale. He will be dearly missed.
With deepest sympathy,
Atts and Deb
Doug & Betty Lynn Eckel
Carrie & Greg, Brian & Heather and families – we are so very sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. May the love and support of family and friends help you through the difficult days ahead. Know that we are thinking of you and sending hugs to all. Cherish all of your wonderful memories … may your Dad rest in peace. ♥♥
Barry ‘Sid’ Campbell
Abby, Max, Sydney and myself send our love and condolences. We wish Max and Syd got to know Dale. Ever positive and cracking jokes, he was always a joy to visit with. Fortunately, his wit and positive outlook live on in his children.
The world needs more people like Dale. He will be missed.
Donna Perry
Blackburn family – So sorry to hear of your great loss. Remember the happy times. With Deepest Sympathy.
Donna Perry and Jim Perry
Peter and Gloria McFalls
Carolyn, Carrie, Brian and families,
We are so sorry to learn of Dale’s passing.
Robert Blackburn
Aunt Carolyn, Carrie, Brian and families;
I was sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Dale. He was quite the character and an awful tease and I for one will miss him. On behalf of the Blackburn Clan here in Ottawa/Gatineau our sincere condolences.
Rob Blackburn
Steve Gould and Family
To all of the Blackburn family. Our condolence on the passing of Dale. He was always such a nice gentleman to encounter.
Jim and Verla Russell
Carolyn and Family:
Sincere and heart felt sympathy on Dale’s passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult, sad time.
Vicki Wale
Our deepest sympathy to you all during this very difficult time. Cherish the memories that you have.
Fred Ducharme and Vicki Wale
Karen Dickins
Carolyn, Carrie ,Brian and families…my deepest condolences. May your wonderful memories carry you through these days. Thinking of you.
Vera Jane Armstrong
Carolyn, Carrie, Brian and families
Thinking of you at this time of loss. May all the special memories bring comfort during this difficult time
Donna Regier
Carol,Carrie, Brian &Familes,
So sorry to hear of Dales passing,Cherish your many memories.
Donna ( Heywood) Regier????
Janet Corbett
Carolyn and family,
So very sorry to hear of Dale’s passing. Sending love and prayers your way.
Janet Cowan Corbett
Joyce Black
Carolyn, Carrie, Brian and families – Very sorry to see the passing of Dale and sending sincere sympathy to everyone. I remember when you moved to Exeter which is a few years ago. Keep the memories close to your hearts in the days and months ahead. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Joe Walker
Carolyn, we are so sorry for your loss. Spending time with you and Dale will always be a great memory when we visited in Florida. Dale and his stories will always be with us as we go through life.
Kristi,Joe,Morgan,Ryan
Dale Baker
So sorry to hear of Dale’s passing. Enjoyed so many back yard conversations. Thinking of Carolyn and family.
Beth Prouty
Carolyn and family, so sorry to hear about Dale,s passing. What I remember is all the teasing I used to get at the bank. He had a great sense of humour. You have my deepest sympathy.
Beth Prouty
Carolyn and family, so sorry to hear about Dale,s passing. What I remember is all the teasing I used to get at the bank. You have my my deepest sympathy .
Jackie Arnold
Carolyn and family
I am so sorry to hear of Dale’s passing. I had the pleasure of serving him at PG ..He was a wonderful man and had a great sense of humor. May he rest in peace.????????
Sue Passmore
Carolyn, Carrie, Brian and family,
Thinking of you all at this difficult time. I have fond memories of Dale especially when I lived next door and I brought a car by that I was test driving and Dale came out and checked it out for me like a Dad would. Always appreciated that and it he told me it was a great car and it was. It was the first car I bought on my own.
Always kept an eye out for us when we lived there.
Sending you all hugs. I know you will all have great memories to cherish too.
Sue Passmore and Family
Dave & Vicki Hayter
So sorry to here of Dale passing . Our deepest sympathy to all the family.
ahmad osman
Please accept our condolences.
Ahmad Osman and family.
Rob And Michelle Reid
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.????
Jane Dearing
Carolyn and family.
*Deepest sympathy*
Jane Dearing
Bev and Rob Templeman
Our deepest sympathy to Carrie and Greg and families. Our thoughts are with you, Cherish your great memories.
Kathy McFarland
I am blessed to have met Dale and his family. He was a very special person .
Dave Frayne
To Carol and family:
Sorry to learn of Dale’s passing.
When I worked next door at LCBO, had many good talks with him.
Brenda Palsa
Carolyn and family
My most sincere condolences on the loss of Dale- a kind, gentle man who will be missed- hold close the memories
Deb Campbell
Carolyn and family: so very sorry to read this news. Thinking of you and sending hugs. Celebrate your memories often. ❤️❤️❤️
Marilyn Waldeck
Carol, Carrie, Brian and Familys, -I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, father , and grandfather. I hope all the fun good memories you shared over the years will make the days ahead a little easier for all of you, and that your hearts will be thankful that he is now resting peaceful and no more fighting his illness.
George & Helen Pratt
Carolyn & Family…. We were so sorry to hear of Dale’s passlng. Our thoughts & prayers are with you
Larry taylor
Carolyn and family, I am so sorry to hear of Dale’s passing. I have fond memories of swapping stories at the arena watching hockey and figure skating with Dale.
jean french
Carolyn, so sorry for your loss. from Cousin Jean French (Eagleson)
Dave and Vicky Hess
So sorry for your loss Carolyn.
Dave and Vicky Hess
So sorry for your loss Carolyn.
Dave and Vicky Hess
Brent Perrin
Uncle Dale will be sorely missed. Loved watching him in action – making faces, teasing the kids, cracking jokes and one-liners. Always enjoyed his many roadtrip stories and knowledge of routes to take.
RIP Uncle Dale – love ya.