this isn't really a condolence but i just noticed i can do this now so i'm doing it now. I am Lukas one of his grandchildren it has been a little over a year now since he died but we still miss him and cherish the memories we had with him  but i just wished i could have spent more time with him. I used to a  lot when i was a baby but i just felt after he died that i could and should have spent more time with him.  This is all i really wanted to say i don't really know what else to say we all loved him and we will miss him.

Aah Doug, we go back a long way and I guess this is the last chapter in the”book of life”! Y’all did good buddy, God bless you and may Sandra and all the family take care and be blessed!  With greatest affection,  Ed Dayholos

Uncle Doug always greeted and spoke with me with his undivided attention.  His gentle gaze and kind demeanor always made me feel comfortable in his presence.  From my youngest memories to those during my teenage years he always demonstrated devotion and sincere interest in our interactions.  I will always remember the jokes and laughter that he brought to our encounters and will remember him fondly.  

Sending love and strength to my Auntie Sandra and my cousins: Deborah, Mark and Kate at this very difficult time.  Regretfully, I was unable to attend Uncle Doug's service but please accept my deepest condolences.  Big hugs to you all.

The Rev Dr David Reed shared a story of Doug in his sermon last Sunday at Christ Church Oshawa.  As David recalled, Doug was in need of encouragement in ministry and he and Sandra's son Mark had asthma. Doug went to a conference with leader Agnes Sandford and he told her about Mark. Agnes said to Doug, "You're a Priest?" Yes. "In the Anglican Church?" Yes. "Well go home tonight, pray for your son, anoint him and see what the Lord does." 
Doug went home, prayed for young Mark, anointed him and the next day Mark's symptoms were gone. 
It was good to meet you today Mark; sorry I forgot to tell you that story. I see in your eyes something of your mother's strength and your father's good heart. 
Christopher Greaves+

My thoughts are with you all on this sad day.
  
May your strength as a family make this day a little easier for you all. 

RIP Mr Blackwell ♥️

Deepest Condolences to the Blackwell family from the Home Depot Carleton Place 7263 team. A donation has been made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Durham Region.

Our memory of Doug our neighbour, is him sitting on the front porch making us laugh with his subtle humor and memories from past. He was such a gentle man always positive. Our grandchildren would always look for Doug on the porch. When springtime came Doug's favourite saying was, Is it Summer Yet! He will be missed by our family.  Our Condolences to Sandra and family.

Doug was such a sweet and gentle man, always there with a friendly wave, great smile and willing to chat.
As a young family we became neighbours at our new house with Doug and Sandra, and before long they were much more than just neighbours to our family. 
We have nothing but love and respect for the Blackwell family and will never forget the friendship  we have been very fortunate to share over the years.


We have so many wonderful memories of time spent with the two of you!  Doug had such a great sense of humour and so we enjoyed many laughs.  We absolutely loved the times with you! Sandra, we send our condolences to  you and your family. We pray for peace in your hearts and comfort in your memories!  Love, Pat and Peggy 

Thoughts and Prayers to the Blackwell family and extended family from the Home Depot Nepean 7026 team. A donation in memory of your father has been made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Durham Region. 

Roy, Harry and Doug. The three brothers celebrating Roy’s 90th

Deepest sympathies from the Kanata 7108 Home Depot team to the Blackwell Family . 

Sending our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
  
Thinking of you… From the Cornwall Home Depot.


Doug and I go back 80 years when we were both 3.  We lived 20 houses apart on the same street and our lives were intertwined through childhood and up to the end of high school.  I got to know all of his family, parents and siblings over those years.

Doug was the youngest of 7 children.  His parents were totally British working class people and they did not resist, but were mystified by Doug's decision to take all that time to go to school all the way to the end of grade 12 when grade 10 had been perfectly adequate for all of his siblings.

That Doug ultimately became a bishop is a tribute to his determination and perseverance and the neverending support of Sandra.




I fondly remember Bishop Blackwell as he ordained me priest when I was curate at All Saint's, Whitby. He also had his office beside me. Prayers of thanksgiving for his faithfulness ... Well done good and faithful servant. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.

I first met Doug when he arrived in Calgary where I was stationed with the armed forces.
My wife Fran had been a friend of Sandra since early public school so for the girls it was a reunion.
This was the start of a life long friendship with a man I learned to respect above all others, between Doug,s humour, dedication to his calling and selfless drive to make this world a better place.
We have fond memories helping Doug with the "Stones throw" coffee club every Friday night in the St Stephen,s parish hall which Doug initiated to help bring the area youth closer to the church. As with many of Doug,s initiatives the Stones Throw was a huge success. 
It is a sad truth that we can no longer enjoy the friendship so quickly displayed by Doug in this world. I will miss him as I know Fran will as well.

Uncle Doug was a kind and thoughtful man. I remember how calming his presence was. I remember him helping during my parents troubled times with his love, kindness and understanding. He was an amazing uncle and was an incredible brother and friend to my father.  He will be in my heart always. Love to aunt Sandra, Deborah, Mark and Kate. Know that your love and memories will always be with you. ❤️

Mark and family,

Sending our condolences and thinking of you during this time. 
A donation in memory of your father has been made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Durham Region. 

From the leadership team at the Barrhaven Home Depot 

I believe Bishop Doug was the finest preacher in the Episcopate in Canada during his years as a Bishop.  His Faith, good humour and tireless work for Christ and His Church was a sterling witness to the World.  He loved Jesus and was obedient to His Word.  Many of us spent time with Doug on our way to Holy Orders, enjoyed hospitality with Sandra & Doug at much anticipated gatherings, and learned about leadership and pastoral care by their examples.  May he now know Peace and Rest.  And may he be heralded as one of the "good and faithful servants" of Jesus - emulated by the rest of us.

A new family had moved into the neighbourhood a couple doors down from us! My sister and I became quick friends with the youngest two children as we were the same age and in the same class in jr school. In the inevitable parent meeting Reverend Blackwell though would simply introduce himself and his wife to my parents as Doug and Sandra and to my brothers and sisters as Mr. And Mrs. Blackwell. Whenever we would go to their home he would always greet us with a huge smile and have a joke ready to make us laugh. I recall fondly the Friday nights his kids, myself and my sister would squish into the classic yellow Honda civic as he drove us with more smiles and jokes to the arena for ice skating. Thank you Reverend Blackwell for all the love and laughs you provided. Our heartfelt condolences to his wife and family. The Chongs. 

AVIS DE DÉCÈS

Right Reverend Douglas Charles Blackwell

3 juin 1938 – 25 mai 2022

Courtice Funeral Chapel

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