In loving memory of

Barry W. Blackman
November 14, 1949 - October 8, 2014

Barry Wayne Blackman was born November 14, 1949, the son of Lyle and Mina Blackman. He passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2014, at the Crawford County Memorial Hospital in Denison, Iowa, at the age of sixty-four.
Barry was born in Denison, Iowa. He received his education in the Denison Community Schools graduating with the class of 1968. After high school, Barry worked at the Dr. Pepper plant and the Chain-O-Egg. He then went on to work for area farmers as a hired hand, for Auld’s flower shop, The Dubuque Packing Company, and Midwest Industries in Ida Grove. He was united in marriage to Marie Miller on September 8, 1968.
Throughout his life, Barry enjoyed fishing for cat fish - regardless of the winter temperature. He adored being outdoors and Nelson Park was one of his favorite spots to fish. In his leisure time, he could be found hunting, bird-watching, neighbor-watching, playing BINGO, vacationing and traveling across the U.S., or with his 1955 Chevrolet BelAir. He was a great fan of music and of both John Wayne and Elvis movies. Barry loved to socialize with family and friends, and he was a known jokester.
Preceding Barry in death were: his parents, Lyle and Mina Hattery Blackman; two brothers, Gary and Randy; and one sister, Sandy. Survivors include his wife, Marie; three sons, Travis and his wife, Amy; Tyson and his friend, Kayla; Tony and his wife, Becky; and one daughter, Tiffany and her husband, Tim; twelve grandchildren; one brother, Bob and his wife, Mary; other relatives and friends.

Tributes

Amy Whited Blackman wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Lit a candle in memory of Barry W. Blackman"

Kimberly Miller wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Barry. You are all in my thoughts and prayers."

Sherry Wright wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"What a great.man...barry and marie were friends with my parents and i remember when they would get together he was always so happy and would act goofy so that the kids would laugh...we lost an amazing person and heaven gained a terrific angel...hugs and prayers to all of the Blackman family...."

Paige Blackman wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Love and miss you grandpa. I hope that you are happy where you are. Love you so much."

Jodie Vazquez Family wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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kenneth j berndt wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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mercy martinez wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Angie Eubanks wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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tasha pizano wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Tyson blackman wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"I love and miss you already dad I can't belive yi u are truly gone I know your in a better place but the best place I think you shiuld be is here with mom tony tiff trave and me we all love and miss u so much I will miss the fishing and hunting trips the most love and miss u T.J."

Marie Blackman wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Hi Barry just want to say Happy Fathers Day to you up in heaven and to tell you I love and miss you so much!!!!"

Melanie Steinkuehler wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Rest in Peace.. Matt and Melanie Steinkuehler"

don ladehoff wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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nancy werenburg wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Kayle Coyle wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Brenda Meggers wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Roseann Mordhorst wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Barry used to come into Wal-Mart and I always enjoyed talking to him and joking with him. He was always a pleasure to talk to."

Margaret Fahndrich wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Seeing Barry winning at bingo. i all was knew he would win that nite"

Jackie Critser wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Patty Grote Trucke wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Sheri wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Uncle Barry you were one heck of a guy...i'm so happy for the memories that i have of all the hunting and fishing we did, you aunt marie and me when i was a kid...playing marbles (who thought someone could have so much fun with a nickle). I hate that u are no longer with us...but i am thankful that there is no pain and suffering...Rest in Peace my dear Uncle...You will never be forgotton...Spread your wings and fly with the heavenly angels!!!"

Kayla Blume wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Vicki Schraeder wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Jamie Fast wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Joyce Lawson wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"I used to work with Barry at Mid-West Ind & he was such a good friend , he would leave a piece of cake on my leg cell desk on my Birthday every year !! , I had 11 years of know ing a thoughtful & funny hardworking guy, Barry will be missed by alot of old friends & family ."

christine martin wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"When I went to play bingo n see Barry there n he always bingo n thought he is the luckiest person on bingo He will be missed"

Darren & Kelly Wessel wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Dorothy Williamson wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Condolence to family, we had a nice visit with Barry this summer. Dorothy & Willie"

Lisa Ransom Klink wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Marie Blackman wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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daniel wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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shawn shattuck wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Kayla Schulte wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Monica Vazquez wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"R.I.P.Barry..You will truly be missed.You've touched so many lives and were blessed with a wonderful wife and family. Great testimony to a life well lived. Prayers for peace to all the family."

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Sis wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

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Ronda Malone wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Uncle Barry was one of the best uncle's to have, I truly regret for not visiting more than I have the last few years. You will be missed so much, but I'll have the memories from childhood. Your luved by all & will be missed dearly."

Ed Nelson wrote on Jan 13, 2021:

"Barry was one the best to work with at Midwest Industries. An infectious laugh that could always ease the day Ed Nelson"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Feb 3, 2019:

"Love you lots! Still miss you tons!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Feb 3, 2019:

"Sent a gift in memory of Barry W. Blackman"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on May 21, 2018:

"Hello Dad...sending love and hugs your way! Love ya and miss ya lots!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Dec 5, 2017:

"Hey Dad, thinking bout u lots! Love ya and miss u a ton!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Aug 10, 2017:

"Daddy still wishing u were here with us! Jus want u to take care of Tony and show him the ropes up there! I know he's happy as hell to b with u but both you guys didn't have to leave us so soon! Jus know that we r taking care of mom and we will all b ok! Keep giving us signs that u 2 are raising hell and doing good up there! I love you so much!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Apr 27, 2016:

"Hey Daddy...just checking in! Sending lots of love your way! Sure do miss u! Don't worry I'm still holding the couch down at your house when I go out there..u no when u use to fall asleep n your chair and I'd get off work and come out and visit and fall asleep too! Love u and miss u lots!"

Sandy Clark Sorenson wrote on Dec 17, 2015:

"I will always remember our neighborhood growing up, we were all so close you, Sandy, Dean, Jimmy and me. We had a lot of fun and always stuck together no matter what. Now all the rest of you are being ornery together in Heaven, all but me. Give the rest of them my love ( especially my little brother ) until we meet again. Love and miss you all, Sandy"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Dec 16, 2015:

"Hi Daddy...I'm checking in on you again! Love u and miss u LOTS!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Nov 17, 2015:

"Miss u tons Dad! Hope u had an awesome heavenly birthday! We did our celebrating here for u! Sending lots of hugs, kisses, and love your way! Love u!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Jul 21, 2015:

"Missing you tons! Wish you were here with us! I love you! Rest easy Daddy!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Jul 7, 2015:

"Thinking of you today and everyday Dad! Sure missing you! Sending lots of love and hugs your way! Keep resting easy! Keep watching over all of us! Love you lots!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Jun 4, 2015:

"Missing you Daddy! Love you lots! Think of you all the time! Sending hugs & kisses up to you!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Mar 5, 2015:

"Miss u so so much Daddy! Wish u were here! Sending lots of love and hugs!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Nov 22, 2014:

"Not a day goes by that I don't think about u! Love you lots! Miss u tons!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Oct 22, 2014:

"Always on my mind Daddy! I love you and miss you so much! RIP! Rest easy Daddy!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Oct 14, 2014:

"Just thought I'd light another one for you! RIP Dad! Ur always on my mind! I checked on you tonight again and all looked good! The wind was howling through the trees and you were resting easy again! Just want you to know this really sucks but you are in a lot better place! Lots of love! Sissy"

Jake Blackman wrote on Oct 14, 2014:

"Grandpa it's been almost a week now sine you decided to find the fishing hole in the sky. I just wanted you to know I've thought about you every day since. Also I'm getting married to Kristina or crash as you liked to call her. I hope maybe one day I can be half the man you were even though that would probably make me a legal midget. Any way I miss you old man I wish I wouldn't have been so dumb when I was younger and went hunting with you guys more! By the way you should hear everyone talking about how you went out you were, as always, the stud of the town. Any ways rest easy and I love you. P.s. I hope it's ok with you if I take the 55 as my get a way vehicle I think it'll be ok with grandma but I'll ask her too...."

Angie Eubanks wrote on Oct 14, 2014:

"Barry was a good man and I've heard a lot of stories from my uncle about all the things they done when they were young and barry you are missed and loved by so many family and friends a lot of good memories from everyone that knew you and thought the world of you and the person that you were and was always there to help a person out when in need, R.I.P. Barry and keep an on your family from heaven above and show them everyday that you love them even if it means dropping A PENNY NEAR THEM EVERYDAY to show them that you're there with them."

Tony Blackman wrote on Oct 14, 2014:

"Wow. I am just seeing this for the first time. I can't say enough about how good of dad you are. Can you believe that I did your eulogy. I've had four years to think it over. Hopefully you liked it. You taught me much over the past 44 years I can't even think of where I could start to say thanks and that I love you! I'm only using one slug this deer season because that's all you ever needed."

Terri Nelson wrote on Oct 13, 2014:

"My prayers and thoughts are with Barry's family. Barry had a personality as big as life. I worked with him at Midwest and he never failed to put a smile on my face whenever we would happen to see each other."

Marilyn Jeschke wrote on Oct 12, 2014:

"Family of Barry - He touched so many lives in so many different ways. He was one of a kind and will truly be missed. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you ..."

Corlie and Bill Kohnekamp wrote on Oct 11, 2014:

"God Bless you Marie, thinking of you and your family. Your memories will keep him in your hearts forever."

Margaret Fahndrich wrote on Oct 11, 2014:

"he knows you loved him uncle don"

Connie Larson wrote on Oct 10, 2014:

"Marie and family, we were so sorry to hear of Barry's passing. He was a great person. I picture him finding a great fishing hole in the sky! Our thoughts and prayers to you all! Connie and Doyle Larson"

don ladehoff wrote on Oct 10, 2014:

"we went thru alot together my friend you were always there not sure what to do now love you brother"

Andi Hansen wrote on Oct 10, 2014:

"Marie, I am so sorry to hear of Barry's passing! I Know you two were at bingo on Tuesday evening! I always look for the two of you, hoping to see you there. It will be so sad to hear you say "just one pop, Andi" next time you come play bingo. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family. He was such a nice man!"

Tyson blackman wrote on Oct 10, 2014:

"That's what I keep thinking of too teagan going right up to him and hugged him and gave him a kiss on the cheak I hope some day I can be as good of a father as dad was I love and miss him so much"

Becky Blackman wrote on Oct 10, 2014:

"To the best father-in-law a girl could have! Thanks for being a great father-in-law, dad, and grandpa. You will live on forever when we hear your sayings come out of our mouths and we act like you! Love you always and rest in peace Barry W. Blackman! Till we meet again!"

tasha pizano wrote on Oct 10, 2014:

"Sent a gift in memory of Barry W. Blackman"

Kayla Blume wrote on Oct 10, 2014:

"It feels like just the other day teagan kissed you and hugged you and he laughed BC you tickled him with it short beard! We all love and miss you."

shawn shattuck wrote on Oct 10, 2014:

"marie you took such good care of him, you could see the way you two loved one another, it was obvious. you will meet again one day, he will be waiting for you. god bless you."

Marie Blackman wrote on Oct 10, 2014:

"LOVE YOU with ALL my heart...I just want to say THANK YOU for taking me to the beautiful Niagara Falls_all across the Canada Provinces from west coast to east coast...the Grand Canyon...Pikes Peak...Staute of Liberty...and especially to the Ocean which I remember you would always tell me to fill the bath tub with water...to the Clacier National Park remember the beautiful snow fall the night before we said it snowed just for us ....There were other many beautiful places you took us too many to think of right now but will remember later...I know when I got in the car to go on Vacation I better be ready to ride cause we were going and not stopping for nothing. I did my best to do what icould for you ..wish I could of did a lot more...I did not get to tell you I LOVE YOU or to say see you later every thing happ0ened too fast....I will see you another day in heaven...Hoping they take good care of you till I get there... LOVE YOU !!!!"

Tiffany Martinez wrote on Oct 10, 2014:

"Love you Daddy!!!"

Sis wrote on Oct 10, 2014:

"RIP Daddy! I love u so much! Rest easy now you are free! There's no more pain and suffering! I am missing u so so much! I keep telling myself u are better off where your at but I'm selfish and want u here! Jus know I LOVE U and I MISS U LOTS already!"

Bethany Jones wrote on Oct 10, 2014:

"Thoughts and prayers to the family. Barry was an amazing person, and will be very much missed!"