Helen “GG” Blackman, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully, on April 18, 2024, at the age of 96 surrounded by her family. Helen was born in Lyndhurst, Ontario on January 18, 1928.

Helen will be remembered by her family as a loving and devoted matriarch. She is survived by her son Douglas Blackman and his wife Sandra; their children Alannah and Lindsay; as well as her great-granddaughter Ariya. Helen also leaves behind her daughter Diane Blackman and her partner Jay, along with daughter Denise Cassidy; her husband Mark and their son Bryden.

Helen was a long-time TD Bank employee who in later years loved travelling to Florida with her friends. An avid Toronto Blue Jays fan, Helen never missed watching the "ball game" She loved to spend time with her family every opportunity she could.

A Celebration of life will be held at Simple Alternative Funeral Home, 1057 Brock Road, Pickering, Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.