In memory of

Helen J Blackman

January 18, 1928 - April 18, 2024

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.

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TJ Shkordoff (Friend)

Entered April 20, 2024 from Oshawa

God bless beautiful angel. Rest easy. Condolences to all the family and friends

Ruth Gosselin (Friend)

Entered April 21, 2024 from Scarborough

Great friend and neighbor. Great at telling stories of the past. My condolences to her children Doug, Diane, and Denise. Going to miss her love of baking and experiments, which not always made it to the plate. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.

Phyllis Bodechon (Neighbour)

Entered April 25, 2024 from 94 Rochman blvd

HELEN was a sweety and I loved her laugh.

Kyle and Sandra Cassidy (Friends)

Entered April 26, 2024 from Phelpston

Our condolences to Helen’s children Doug, Diane, and Denise, her extended family and friends. I know Helen was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.

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