Richmond, NY: Ray passed peacefully on February 3, 2020 at age 89. Predeceased by his wife Jean (Allen) Blackmer in 2005. Survived by sons; Carl (Kim) Blackmer and Tom Blackmer (Lisa Andreotta); grandson Makar Blackmer; great-grandchildren, Grace and Gavin Blackmer; siblings, Myron Blackmer, Max (Barbara) Blackmer, and Sandy (Ed) Gates. Also survived by several cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Ray was born on June 16, 1930 in Canandaigua, NY to parents Charles and Esther (Francis) Blackmer. He was a life-long resident of Richmond and graduated from Honeoye School in 1948. He married Jean on August 25, 1951 and they celebrated 53 years of marriage before her passing. Ray was an airplane pilot, instructor, and was a past member of the International Flying Farmers Association. Besides his career in farming he was also a truck driver and bus driver. Ray loved his family, the land, and John Deere tractors.
The family wishes to thank the aides and nurses at the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, Memory Lane, for the care and compassion they showed Ray.
Family and friends may call on Friday, February 7th, from 6pm-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, NY where Ray’s Funeral Service will be held at 7pm, following calling hours. People are encouraged to dress casual and wear your favorite hat. A graveside service will be held in the summer at Richmond Center Cemetery, Honeoye, NY. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Richmond Fire Dept. & Ambulance, PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY 14471 or the Alzheimer’s Association, 435 E. Henrietta Road, Rochester, NY 14620. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Tom and Lisa,
I’m so sorry to learn of Tom’s dad’s passing. May you and all your family find comfort in memories of the times you all shared.
Pat Powell
On behalf of the entire Andreotta family, I would like to convey our profound sadness over Ray’s passing. Many of us had the privilege of knowing Ray and we always enjoyed his stories of days gone by. He was a huge part of the very long Blackmer family association with farming in the area. Ray will be missed by all who knew and respected him. We rest assured in our faith, and in the certain knowledge that we will all be together again one day. Ray has just gone on ahead to help prepare our final home.
Our deepest condolences to the Blackmer family!! Ray was a wonderful man and neighbor.
Dear Blackmer Family,
We were so sad to hear about Raymond’s passing. We have to believe he is in a better place.
Regards,
The Fitzgerald Family
Bill and Marsha
Carl & Tom, sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May god bless you & your family.Lynne & Al Kelly
Mike often spoke of him.. Carl, my thoughts and prayers are with you, it is not easy to lose a father.
To the whole family of Ray Blackmer you’re In our thoughts today hearing of Ray’s passing. Love Mike – Helen & Mike JR – Debbie
sorry to hear of the passing of Ray..He was a great neighbor ..Hoping that they have tractors and motorcycles in heaven,, I am sure he will be riding them.
Carl & Kim, I am so sorry to read about your loss of your father. It brings me back to our HS days when we would spend time at your farm seeing your dad. Your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our best to all of Ray Blackmer’s family. Having been married to Wells Blackmers daughter Edith Ann for over 30 years I knew the Blackmers, some very well. It is never easy but life must go on. Bless you all. Tom Badger
Carl & Kim,So sorry for your loss. Ray could always make us laugh! Loved seeing him riding his Motorcycle.
Our hearts are so heavy with the news of Ray’s passing. Just know we are thinking of you and your family.