Zita Blackwell Obituary

A resident of Baton Rouge, LA and native of False River, LA, passed away on Monday, December 10, 2012, at 11:28 p.m. at The Carpenter House, Baton Rouge, LA, at the age of 87. She received her Bachelor's Degree from Louisiana State University and received her Master's Degree from Southeastern Louisiana University. Retired from the Ascension Parish School System as a Guidance Counselor. Visiting at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy., Baton Rouge, LA on Thursday, December 13, 2012, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m. Visiting resumes on Friday, December 14, 2012, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 12424 Brogdon Lane, Baton Rouge, LA from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. conducted by Rev. Jerry Martin. Interment in Resthaven Gardens of Memory. Survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Barbara B. and Philip "Chip" Schmitt; two sons and daughters-in-law: John E. and Margaret Blanchard Blackwell and Buddy and Lawana Chandler Blackwell; two sisters: Eileen Bellard and husband, Chester and Lillie Grace Olinde; brother, Young David; two sisters-in-law: Elnora Fontenot and Odessa Coston and husband, Wilmer; seven grandchildren: Kimberly Haynes, Kathleen Frey and husband, David, Philip Schmitt and wife, Allie, Wendy LeBlanc and husband, Jerry, Joseph Blackwell and wife, Kristine, Matthew Blackwell and wife, Penelope and Andrew Blackwell; twelve great grandchildren: Alexis Haynes; Abigail, Amelia, and Alyse LeBlanc; Jacob and Anna Kathryn Frey; Carter and Amelie Schmitt; Madeline and Katelyn Blackwell; Chandler and Alysse Blackwell. Preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Edwin "Buddy" Blackwell; her parents, Albin and Blanche David. She was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and an honorary member of St. Louis King of France Catholic Church; Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court of St. Francis of Assisi # 1915, Alpha Delta Kappa Professional Teachers Sorority. Please visit the online guest book at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.

Published by The Advocate from Dec. 12 to Dec. 14, 2012.
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My sympathy to Mrs. Blackwell's family. She was my 6th grade teacher at Gonzales Elementary and was my favorite teacher during all my years in Ascension schools. She did so much for so many kids. Her light continues to shine with the love of knowledge she instilled in others.

Marie Lyons Brown

December 27, 2012

Emily Dickinson said, "If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain." You & your mother did that for so very many people.
I offer my Deepest Sympathy to you & your family and pray that you will be able to keep your Joy of the Lord through this adversity.
God Bless you all Abundantly, with His Peace, Joy, Love & Comfort.
Sincerely with Love,
Irene

December 16, 2012

As Emily Dickerson said, "If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain." Dearest Barb, You & your mother lived that. May Our Savior now comfort you & your loved ones through many friends. Don't let anything steal your Joy of the Lord.
Love & admire you more than you know.
Irene

December 16, 2012

I'm sorry I was not able to attend services but know that my prayers are with you. I loved her very much.

Rita Blouin

December 14, 2012

On behalf of the many people who love and miss you, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Steve Bezet and crew

December 14, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Joe Dilmon

December 14, 2012

Barbara,
May God's love comfort you at this difficult time. Be encourgaged to know that your Mother is in the loving arms of our Lord. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary Jackson

December 13, 2012

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December 13, 2012

Barbara and Buddy, Don and I are unable to attend your mothers services, however, we have you and your families in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Take care, Don and Nancy Tate

Don and Nancy Tate

December 13, 2012

I never had the privilege of meeting Ms. Zita but I have had the privilege of working with Buddy. My heart goes out to him and his entire family. She is now at the hand of our good Lord and can now watch over everyone as she has never been able to do before. She will remain forever in your hearts.

Rhondi Orgeron

December 13, 2012

Buddy, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and the Blackwell Family. May the moments you shared give you comfort. God Bless, Vince

Vince Giaccone

December 13, 2012

The Brand Family is saddened by the loss of Ms. Zita, a longtime friend of our Mother, Thelma. Hopefully, as a comfort to your family,the two are together once again catching up on the the last ten years.

Keith Brand

December 13, 2012

When I was a child about 4 years old (57 years ago) I fell off a pier into the canal in front of a family camp in the Indigo area of Bayou Pigeon.

I remember women being in the yard around the camp but I don't remember any men being around. They must have been out hunting or fishing.

As I was drowning, "Aunt Zita", as we called her because of the uniquely close friendship the LeGrange family shared with the Blackwell family, leaped from shore into the canal pulling me into her arms and bringing me safely to the bank of the canal.

Her swift action saved my life. According to my calculations she was 30 years old at that time.

Thank you Aunt Zita. I am confident you are with the Lord.

Johnny, Barbra & Buddy, may your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of your mother as you celebrate a life well lived!

Carey LeGrange

December 13, 2012

"Blessed are they that mourn; for they shall be comforted". St. Matthews 5:4

My prayers and condolences are with you at this time of your bereavement. May your beautiful memories of Mrs. Blackwell bring you comfort.

The road ahead will not be easy, the pain will not go away next week. It will take time and lots of prayers. Lean on each other and together, lean on Jesus.

God bless you.

Lindel C Brown

December 13, 2012

With Deepest Sympathy for the Blackwell family. May God be with you at this difficult time. (Psalms 55:22)

December 12, 2012

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