Agnes Geneva Blackwell
July 25, 1918 ~ August 6, 2011
Services:
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Monday, August 15, 2011 at 12:00 PM in St. George Catholic Church, Valley Lee, MD with Msgr. Karl Chimiak officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Monday, August 15, 2011 from 11:00AM-12:00PM in St. George Catholic Church, Valley Lee, MD.
Agnes Geneva Blackwell, 93, of Piney Point, MD, died on August 6, 2011 in St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD. Born on July 25, 1918 in California, MD, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Arthur Chase and Edith Estelle Biscoe. She was the loving wife of the late William Jesse Blackwell. Mrs. Blackwell is survived by her children; David Blackwell (Willehmina) of Lanham, MD, Wayne Blackwell (Joyce) of Valley Lee, MD, Ben Blackwell of Piney Point, MD, Paulette Berry (Wallace) of Temple Hills, MD, Anthony Blackwell (Liza) and Kenneth Blackwell (Evette) both of Upper Marlboro, MD, Cynthia Lawrence of Waldorf, MD, Timothy Blackwell (Cheryl) of St. Inigoes, MD, Carol (Rodney) Cobbler of St. Louis, MO, Donna Blackwell and DeWitt Blackwell both of Piney Point, MD. Mrs. Blackwell is also survived by 29 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. Mrs. Blackwell is preceded in death by a son Jeffery Blackwell, one daughter Pamela Blackwell-Langley and siblings; Alice Chase, Lauraine Chase, Joseph Chase, Irving Chase, Eunice Chase and Raymond Chase. Mrs. Blackwell graduated from Banneker High School and worked as a Social Worker for Department of Social Services. She was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 15, 2011 11:00Am – 12:00 PM in St. George Catholic Church, Valley Lee, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, August 15, 2011 at 12:00PM in St. George Catholic Church, Valley Lee, MD with Msgr. Karl Chimiak officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be; Tori Lawrence, Dwight Berry, Damien Berry, Sterling Adams, Kenny Blackwell, Jr., and Dante Blackwell. Honorary Pallbearers will be; John Clayton, Charles, Fleeton, Francis Maddox, Raymond Chase, Gary Smith, and Patrick, Chase. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A, Leonardtown, MD.
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“To the Family of Ms. Geneva my prayers go out to the family she was a wonderfuly person.”
“To the Blackwell Family: Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Ms.Geneva is resting in the arms of her “Master” “God Bless”.”
“To the Blackwell Family, Our family was sorry to hear of the loss of Ms. Geneva, she has touched so many lives especially ours. May she Rest In Peace.”
“No more suffering for Ms. Geneva. Don’t cry for her, remember all the good times and hold the memories close. She is free at last. “
“All our love and prayers to our Blackwell family. Grandma’s long and inspirational life will help to remind us of just how blessed we truly are. Paula, Leah, and Jordan Blackwell”
“To the Blackwell Family, I am sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Mrs Blackwell was a very special person.”
“To Ms. Geneva’s Family: Keeping you close in thought and prayer today and always. God Bless.”
“To the Blackwell Family: We send our condolences to your family in the lost of the Pillar of the Blackwell Family. We pray that Christ and the fond memories you have of your Mother will be your strength and restore your JOY in Jesus Name. God Bless you All. “
“”To the Blackwell Family” Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this sad time. “God Bless.” “
“To the Blackwell Family: We are so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Smile as you have fond memories of her. Though you will no longer see her, she will always have a special place in your hearts.”
“To The Family: You all have our deepest sympathy. We are sorry for the loss of Ms. Geneva. Family be blessed and strengthed in the Lord, for his grace will sustain you. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Myrtle and Joseph Johnson “
“I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you during this difficult time. The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God.”
“To: The Blackwell Family: I would like to extend my sincere sympathy to all of you at this time! I have such fond memories of Ms. Geneva growing up! She was such a beautiful lady! May GOD give you much strength!!”
“Our Condolence goes out to the family. we are sorry for the lost of a great woman. Our prayers are with you all. My you rest in peace Mrs. Blackwell. GOD BLESS YOU. REST IN PEACE.”
“To the Blackwell family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. The Tharp family “
“To the Blackwell Family, we send our deepest condolences to your family. Ms. Geneva and mom were tight back in the day. Keeping you in our prayers. Helena Fenwick “
“Thoughts and prayers to the Blackwell family, Ms Geneva was a wonderful lady, she will live on in our hearts!. “
“Rest in peace Ms. Geneva. May God bless and comfort your family.”
“To The Family, holding you close in thought and sending our deepest sympathy. Rev & Mrs Rudy C. Brooks & Family”
“TO MS. GENEVA’S FAMILY: YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN THE LOST OF YOUR LOVE ONE.CHERISH ALL THE MEMORIES AND “TAKE ONE DAY AT A TIME”. LOVE, CATHY, MICHAEL & CIERA YOUNG “
“”To the Blackwell Family, Our family was sorry to hear of the loss of Ms. Geneva. May she Rest In Peace.” “
“May your family be comforted by the many warm thoughts of those who care. Your mother was a very lovely lady who will be missed. “
“Andria and I were saddened to hear of the passing of Mrs Blackwell. Our thoughts are with you.”
“To the Blackwell family: I was sadden to hear of the loss of your Mother. I know it’s hard to loose your Mom, but hold onto the special times you had with her. Remember to look to Jesus Christ for the comfort you will need for the road ahead. Love to You All.”
“My deepest condolences to the Blackwell Family, continue to love one another and support each other during this time of sorrow. Hold on to FAMILY and stay close as Mrs. Blackwell would want. May God Bless and Comfort you all.”
“To The Blackwell Family: You are so rich in memories and love. God will comfort you with all the fortune of Mrs Blackwell’s life. My love and prayers are with you.”
“To the entire Blackwell family, Mrs. Geneva was a wonderful person, I am so sorry to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. “
“Our hearts goes out to the family, May the peace and comfort of our Lord Jesus the Christ be with you in these moments of bereavements. we love you always! “
“To the Blackwell Family: May you find strength in knowing that Miss Geneva is at peace with the Father. God Bless You. “
“To the Blackwell Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May your mother Rest in Peace.”
“Family,Your beautiful mother lived a wonderful,loving life. May she rest in peace.”
“Our prayers and thoughts are with the Blackwell Family. May she rest in peace.”
“To Wayne, Joyce and all the Blackwell family, please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of your mom. She raised a large and wonderful family – a testament to her strength and love. Our prayers are with you all in your time of sorrow. She’s home with her Maker.”
“My condolences to the Blackwell family. Sorry, that I will not be able to attend the funeral but my you are in my prayers. May god bless and keep the family together during this time of sorrow. Love to you all. Agnes “
“To The Blackwell Family, Our Deepest Sympathy to you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold on to your precious memories, Trust in the Lord. “Mr & Mrs. George Stewart & Family””
“To the Blackwell Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“My Condolences goes out to Cousin Geneva Blackwell and Family, in my heart she always be known as Mama Geneva, God Bless”
“To The Blackwell Family, “My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time. Ms. Geneva was such a sweet lady and she will surely be missed. Keep in mind that good memories of her will live in your hearts forever; stay close and HE will see you though.””
“To The Blackwell Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I just want to say, that earth has no sorrows that heaven cannot heal. Stay the course, because their’s a brighter day ahead. May God continue to bless you all.”
“SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.”
“To Wayne & The Blackwell Family, With heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your Mom. God blessed Her with a long and fruitfull life here on earth,now God has called Her home to be with Him in heavan. Cherish all the pictures, memories and the time you spent loving Her and that will sustain you through these trying times.God Bless You All. Raphael & Cynthia Thompson “
“”Our hearts go out to the family at this difficult time.” You are in our thoughts and prayers. “
“To the family, our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. We know you loved Ms Geneva, but, God loved her best and took her home for her eternal rest,but, It so sweet To know One Day You Meet. She was special and will be surely miss. May God’s peace be with all of you.”
“Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your mother was a sweet and kind lady, a beautiful person. God Bless all of you during this difficult time. Love you, Theresa(Nell) Smith/Mason and family “
“Tim & Family – Our deepest condolences and prayers are with you. Momma Geneva is in a better place now…”
“To the Blackwell Family, our thought and prayers are with all of you. God Bless.”
“To the Blackwell Family,sorry to here of your loss,you are not alone you are in our thoughts and prayers. The Robinson Family”
“Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Wayne,Joyce and the Blackwell family. Our sincere sympathy, we will keep you in our prayers. May God bless.”
“To the Blackwell family sorry for the loss of your MOTHER ,God bless you all.”
“To The Blackwell Family, We are sharing in your sorrow. Miss Geneva was a wonderful person. Keeping your Family in our thoughts and prayers, Alma and Family”
“”To Tim and the Blackwell Family, Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this sad time.””
“I am praying for all of you and for Aunt Geneva’s soul. God is always there for us to lean on and he calls us each by name and holds us in the palm of His hand. Stay strong and lean on each other during this time of sorrow. Peace and love,”
“My condolences goes out to the family. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers.”