Michael A. Blackmar
Date of Passing:
Michael A. Blackmar, 62, of Burgess Avenue, East Providence, died unexpectedly on April 26, 2025 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Christine A. (Legault) Blackmar. They were together for 21 years.
Born in Providence, a son of the late Charles L. Blackmar Sr. and Rachel P. (Lemoi) Blackmar.
Michael grew up in Barrington and later went on to reside in East Providence for over 30 years.
Mr. Blackmar was a Pipe Insulator for Local #6 Boston for 30 years before retiring in 2022.
However, his most important job was being a dad.
He enjoyed bicycling, boxing, traveling around Europe, driving his Porsche 911, and discovering new restaurants and Micro-brews with his family. He was a brilliant man; intelligent, resilient, and strong yet gentle, caring, generous, and humble. He was incredibly devoted to his family and never failed to make them laugh. Everyone who met Michael loved him.
Michael enjoyed walking his dog “Millie”.
Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Ian M. Blackmar and his wife Victoria of Barrington; a daughter, Katelyn S. Blackmar of Bristol; a grandson, Theodore Blackmar of Barrington; three brothers, Brian C. Blackmar and his wife Lori of Barrington, Dean A. Blackmar of Barrington and C. Leonard Blackmar and his wife Pam of Swansea, MA and several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass in St. Mary of the Bay Church, 645 Main Street, Warren on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 12 noon.
Calling hours and flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD, 21741 or the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Attention: Contributions Services, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th floor, Brookline, MA 02445 would be deeply appreciated.
My condolences Mike was an awsome guy may be rest in peace 🙏
Very sorry for your lost mike was a great friend we workes together plenty of,times great times great memories great guy
I think that Mike played a joke right there ….. I was sorry to see that Mike passed away … technology got to love it
I was saddened to say that my cat passed away. I always look forward to seeing him on the job. Spending your days on the job site. You really don’t find a happy face. Mike was a happy face, a gentleman and someone I considered my friend. He will be sadly missed. To the family we wish to extend our deepest sympathies. Mike and Lisa Eva
Wishing you strength and comfort during this difficult time and moments of peace and loving reflection of a life well lived. Mike was a quiet yet friendly man and a pleasure to work with. Sincerest condolences to the Blackmar family. .
I am saddened by the loss of Mike. We are both members of Local 6 Boston but I’ve known Mike since we were in Boy Scouts together and shared numerous adventures with him and his brothers. He was a good man who left us too soon.
We were saddened to learn of Michael’s sudden passing. We had enjoyed talking with him at a St. Brendan’s fish fry recently. Michael was an accomplished man and surely loved and admired by friends and family. Charlie and Rachel must have been very proud of him. May he rest in peace.
Mike, unfortunately we never met. I am sure that Ian is a chip of the old block, so I know that we would have got along well. My condolences to the entire Blackmar Family from across the pond.
I’m so sorry for your loss Mike was a great guy we were on alot of jobs together over the years he was a pleasure to be around my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time rest in peace my friend
My sincere condolences to the entire Blackmar family. Mike has been my friend since grade school… feels like my whole life. although i haven’t seen him in many years, he always stayed in touch. a true friend. he was with me for several rites of passage. he was there at the “tree” when i smoked my first cigarette – and he tried to get me not to light it. he said, “corny, if you light that, you won’t ever quit.” he was right. he lent me his car to get to the Irvine shows back in 87 – who does that? one time, he set the motorcycle speed record from Long Beach to Culver City to get me to work on time. he was truly a good man. he had a unique perspective, and was someone you could trust. one thing’s for sure, i know he’s out there lookin over us with a laugh, a smile and great love. Rest in Peace, brother. You will be missed.
My condolences too the family, Mike was always a pleasure to be around . God Bless You All . My Prayers are with you 🙏🏻
My condolences go out to the entire Blackmar family. Mike was a great man and friend. He will be very much missed by everyone. He always had a great joke or story that would make you smile. I can remember meeting him for the first time on the job site, we instantly hit it off. Rest in peace my friend.
Chrissy, I am so surprised and saddened to read of Mike’s passing. You and Mike have been such great neighbors to my brother Charlie ~ like family to him ~ and I will always treasure your kindness and generosity to him over the years. You were supportive of Charlie throughout his illness and, at his passing, supported me and mourned right along with me. Now, please know that I hold you and the family close in thought and prayer as you mourn. My guess is that Charlie greeted Mike “at the fence” in heaven’s driveway. May those happy memories, and so many others, comfort you in the days ahead.
To Michael’s whole family
Soo sorry to hear about Michael’s passing my thoughts a day prayers to all. He was a very special friend from first grade until high school graduation. U will be missed 🙏
Christine and the entire Blackmar family: my heart is sore for your loss, but look at all the people who knew and loved Michael. It is obvious that he was a wonderful person. I am thinking of you all during these difficult days. Christine, do not hesitate to reach out to me if you need anything at all!!! I am here for you!
Chrissy I’m so sorry for your loss. I didn’t know Mike well at school, it was over the years after graduation I got to know him as my twin brother Bob and he were friends. Mike had a big heart, funny guy, and very genuine. He will be missed.
Uncle Michael your leaving hurts so many. But it also leaves behind so many great memories. You were always so cheerful. Anytime the kids or I would see you there was always a smile on your face. The kind words you always shared and the laughs you brought to so many will live on forever. Thanks for being a great uncle, dad, brother, and friend. Sending all the love we can to your wife and children. Until we all meet again. We all love and miss you uncle Michael.
“He’s gone” ! Miss you already Blackie!
Dear Chris, entire Hattie Ide Chafee family is very sorry for your loss. We all love you and thinking of you at this difficult time. May God give you guidance during this time.
I am going to miss talking to Mike every month or so. We became good friends, years back working at Fort Devens. As everyone has mentioned, he was just a great guy and always thought of all his relatives and friends. Sincerely, my condolences to his family.
My Sweet husband I will never forget the times we had together! You were my soulmate and my best friend! My heart is so broken! Millie are dog will miss you walking her as you did! I know you’re at peace! I hope your driving your porch over the rainbow.Till we meet again! So much love for you!
Our condolences go out to the Blackmar family. I met Mike on construction projects at RIH and laughed about both knowing the characters he grew up with in Barrington. He was a humorous wise man and a kind soul. It was nice to see him more lately since Ian and Victoria moved in next door to us.
Rest in peace, my friend. There’s a chair up there for you.
Christine, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Coast to Coast and back. I consider myself lucky and honored by his friendship. He was a great man from a great family.
A proud father, who was happy, fun, humble and kind.
Godspeed my friend.
How nice of a man was Mike Blackmar? I’ll tell you. My brother Jerry had a clamboil for the guys from work at his house where my mom was living. The first thing michael did when he got there was to go into the house and hand my mom a bouquet of flowers. We’ve never forgot that and never will.R.I.P. friend
Mike was a true gentleman and will forever be missed. If they hand out cars up there I’m sure Mike will drive a 911 on his journey. Our thoughts and prayers to the Blackmar family.
It is with sadness in our hearts we are sending you our deepest condolences at your loss.We had the pleasure of meeting Michael at our niece’s Victoria’s wedding to Ian (Michael’s son).My husband also had the pleasure of Michael ‘s company on Ian’s stag night and enjoyed quite a few of the local beers of which Michael had a vast knowledge of.We will raise a glass or two to his memory but alas taken from us to soon.Deepest symptoms from Michael and Iris Marsh
My condolences to the Blackmar family on the loss of Mike. I didn’t have the pleasure of knowing Mike but it sounds like he was a great guy and he brought a lot of joy to the lives of those who knew him. May he Rest In Peace.
I am so sorry for the loss of Michael. Always a nice guy. May he rest in peace and may all of your great memories of Michael console you.
I was friends with Mike in high school. He always had a smile on his face. He was a happy teen and always greeted everyone with a warm smile that made you feel welcome. I remember walking over the bridge with him the day his lost his best friend to the Barrington River. He was devastated and still so kind to everyone he came in contact with. Even through his pain. And looking back he was so young to have to experience that. What a great guy. I’m so sorry to hear of his passing and send condolences to his wife and children and all of his family. I know how great a loss this is.
Sorry for ur lost and I hope anyone is take it good because he in a betterplace now
Rip Blackie. What a great guy.
Sad news losing a fellow classmate and athlete. I only knew Michael from Jr High and High School. Will always remember him sharing his favorite song with me. James Taylor “Traffic Jam”. Wish I had the opportunity to know him beyond High School. RIP my old friend.
I have known Mike since 7th grade (1975). As a morning paperboy, Vienna bakery would give me free donuts and Mike would buy them from me (2 for 15 cents). I remember high school track, his time for 330 hurdles was impressive.
Later on when we were both in the trades we bumped into each other at Providence Journal and at church (St. Brendans). Such great memories camping with our kids in the early 90’s. After retiring, Mike and I would meet for coffee or breakfast. Mike was a sincere and big-hearted friend and I enjoyed his company. He would always call to see how I was doing. I will miss you Mike
See you on the other side Michael. RIP
So very sorry for your loss my deepest sympathies to you and your family
So sorry to hear this. I considered him a close friend in high school.
So sorry for the loss of your brother. May he rest in peace!
So sad to hear this, Mike was one the nicest people you would ever want to know
Michael I’m glad I had the chance to work a few times and know you, you were a true gentleman and pleasure to know!! Rest in peace brother!!
I did not have the privilege of knowing Michael in his adult life and that is my loss. I am told he was a wonderful, wonderful man. I am his older cousin & regularly babysat for the 4 Blackmar boys, whom I adored. Let me tell you, Michael was an adorable little rascal! Michael, I forgive you for never wanting to go to bed on my say so, for climbing out the window onto the roof (thankfully a neighbor reported it) and for giving me repeated frights jumping from the bannister! Michael loved to sit with me when I read him stories. I am so proud of the man you chose to be.
May White Wings surround and comfort all who love you, Michael, and most especially keep your kindness alive. May warm memories comfort your family in this incredible time of sorrow.
Much love,
Marcia Carlson
Mike was a kind and gentle man.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family.
Rest in peace Mike!
Doug
Mike you will be missed. You are loved by many. Rest in peace
I’m deeply sorry to hear that Michael has passed! Such a nice guy!! My condolences and prayers to your entire family. Left way too young!! May the memories you shared always be close to your hearts. Rest in peace Michael. 🙏
Mike was a great guy, funny, witty and entertaining. I worked with Mike on and off over the years, and he was a pleasure to work alongside. Joking around, his stories were always entertaining. Ill miss him. Our condolences go out to his wife, children, and brothers Lenny, Brian and Dean
To everyone who lost Dear Mike. Mike was kind beyond words. Such a presence. Mike left a beautiful legacy behind with such great kids,and now Baby Theo. Chrissy aka French Fry, he loved you dearly. My heart breaks for you aĺl. His love for you ran deep. I will never forget you Mikey, you were one of a kind.
Ian, Katelyn, Victoria and now little Theo so sorry for your loss. May he Rest In Peace and may your memories of him heal your hearts and bring you peace in the days ahead. My sincere condolences and prayers to you all. ❤️🙏
My condolences to the entire family.
Mike was one of the best and kindest people I have ever known, more of us should be like him!
RIP Mike, until we meet again
Katelyn, Ian, Victoria & Theo – so very sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a great guy. He will be missed by so very many! Heartfelt condolences. ❤️ Liz & Phill
Whenever Mike called, texted, or mistakingly texted me, I knew we would be laughing for a while. Mike was a great friend and we will miss him very much. He was very proud of his children and their success. He was very proud to be a grandfather as he called me right away when Theodore was born. Mike was very happy sharing his life with Chrissy, as I know she made him very happy. Our condolences to his wife Chrissy, his brothers Lenny, Brian, Dean and the entire Blackmar family.
Brahhhh. I will miss our daily calls, even when there was nothing to talk about and we were just checking in. I will forever cherish our time spent together, I’m so happy it was plentiful. Our sneaky after work meetups for a couple beers, our weekend rides in the Porsches, our quick meetups for lunch to split a sandwich. Just so many good memories and that’s what’s keeping a smile on my face. Thank you for taking me to Europe and beginning my passion for travel. You were a wealth of knowledge, always so impressive. You taught Katelyn and I well and we will always look after each other. We promise that. I will see you in a while, until then please enjoy your time with grandma, papa, Victoria’s mom, Pete, Poppop and all the other people we so dearly miss down here. The 911 will get a million miles by the time I’m done with it. I love you Manny. I look forward to our next Coors Light together.
Mike was always a great guy and a gentleman. Working on and off with Mike for many years, we always had many laughs. This was such a shock, and our condolences go out to Mike’s family and brothers Lenny, Brian, and Dean.
Our deepest condolences and prayers to the entire family during this difficult time. Michael will be greatly missed 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Such an honorable, kind, loving man and father to my best friend, Katelyn. I had the pleasure of knowing “Miguel” (that’s what Kate and I always called him) since I we were children. His bright spirit, kind heart, and impeccable sense of humor will forever be missed. My love and support goes out to Katelyn and all members of his family — you are all in my thoughts and prayers. ♥️
Michael you will be missed. You were a really good friend to Paul. Please give my mom and dad a big hug..we love you Laurie and Paul Lowry
Bill and Deb Dwyer – I watched MIke grow up living next door. He was a great kid who became a great adult in a great family. Your loss is a sad day for all of us.
Michael was a great guy. We lost a good one. Everytime I saw him he always had a smile on his face My condolences to his family and friends. God has a new Angel in Heaven
Christine i am so sorry for you loss. My condolences to all the family who loved him dearly
Christine, I am so sorry to hear this news. Tight hugs to you and your family. Michael will be missed by many.
Christine we are so sorry for your loss. Micheal was a great person. Our condolences to the entire Blackmar family. He will be deeply missed.You and your family are in our prayers.🙏❤️
Christine, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please don’t to hesitate to let us know if there is anything we can do or if there is anything you need.
Many great memories growing up with all the Blackmar’s, and their wonderful parents. Mike was a great guy.
My deepest sympathies for your loss.
Christine. So sorry for your loss. Mike was a great person. Glad I was able to meet him. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time 🙏🙏😂
Christine,
I’m so deeply sorry to hear this. I’m sending you love and light at this most difficult time. My family and I are thinking of you and yours.
Mike was one of a kind,a great guy,a truly dear friend and will be missed.our condolences to Chrissy and his children.Also to Lenny,Brian,Dean and the entire Blackmar family
I don’t know what to say. Mike was one of the most genuinely nicest people I’ve ever met. Was proud to call him a friend.
Oh Chrissy, I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband Mike. Sending you much love and prayers to you and your family.
Krissy
Oh Chrissy, my heart is hurting for you. We are so so sorry for hearing about your loss Mike was an amazing guy! He will be deeply missed by all that knew him. I love you and am thinking about you♥️
Chris, Katelyn, Ian and Victoria,Lenny, Brian and Dean. We are so very sorry for your lost. Mike was an awesome guy and I know he loved you all. Chris, Our hearts are aching for you and the family. Dad and will always miss him and all his wonderful phone conversations, always calling to check on us. All his caring and giving ways making people feel very comfortable. He was so very happy that he was going to be a grandfather.
Love you all
Chris we are here for you in love and heart.
Mike and I were just together 2 weeks ago ..he showed me pics of his vacation ..I have known him since 3rd grade. Friends since. He was such a a genuine person. Love you Mike and will see you in due time. Save me a stool
Blackie You will be missed! A legendary Great Guy! I was honored to be your friend. We talked after the birth of his grandson Theodore and more recently about his vacation to Puerto Rico. He certainly led a blessed life up to the end! Our condolences to Chrissy, Kayelyn, Ian, Brian, Lenny, and the entire Blackmar Clan.