Ruby Mae Blackmore was born on May 22, 1931, in Bertie County, North Carolina, to the late Linwood Cherry Sr. and V. Mary Hendricks Clark. She passed away on April 18, 2024, at her home in Suffolk, VA.
The Bible says that the ruby is the most precious of all gems. It is a symbol of wisdom, passion, and wealth. Our precious mother lived up to her name. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend to all who knew her.
She was married to Edward Charles Blackmore in her early adulthood, and they had five beautiful children together. Ruby is survived by her children, Lewis E. Cherry of Portsmouth, VA, Brenda B. McKay of Suffolk, VA, and Curtis L. Blackmore Sr. (Patricia) of Portsmouth, VA. She is also survived by two sisters, Lillie Outlaw of Windsor, NC, and Dianne Peele of Aulander, NC, and one brother, Larry Clark (Jackie) of Portsmouth, VA. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Tinesha Blackmore of Chesapeake, VA, Felicia Pearson of Norfolk, VA, Carte’ Blackmore of Suffolk, VA, Lamont Southall of Portsmouth, VA, Wanda Pearson of Suffolk, VA, Curtis L. Blackmore Jr. of Portsmouth, VA, and Patrice Blackmore of Norfolk, VA, as well as several great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Ruby was preceded in death by her daughter, baby Rosalee, her son, Elder Frank M. Blackmore (Lelia), three sisters, Lucille Peele, Linnie Spivey, and Thelma Peele, and two brothers, Linwood Cherry Jr., and Joseph Cherry. She was also preceded in death by daughter in law, Belinda Pearson.
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David "Goose" Harper says
April 24, 2024 at 11:03 amMy deepest condolences and prayers for the family. The Bible says that the ruby is the most precious of all gems. It is a symbol of wisdom, passion, and wealth. Ruby lived up to her name. As a teen I was always welcomed in her home with lots of love, advice and a willingness to share whatever she had. Her home was a place where I always felt safe. I thank GOD for allowing her to be a part of my life. R.I.P. Ruby.
MILDRED WILSON says
April 24, 2024 at 5:04 pmMy condolences to the family. She will be truly missed she was a nice quiet person. Rest in peace .
Azeez and April Felder says
April 25, 2024 at 8:49 pmWanda and Family,
You have our deepest sympathies, and our sincerest prayers. May God keep you in His care today, and in all of your tomorrows. We love you much!
Doraetta McIntyre says
April 26, 2024 at 8:19 amMy condolences to the family may God continue to Wrap his arms around you giving you strength and comfort during this difficult time God Bless Doraetta
PATRICIA ANN BLACKMORE says
April 27, 2024 at 9:49 amI am sending Prayers and Comfort to the entire Blackmore family the Childrens, the grandchildren, the sisters and Brother, the daughters in laws, the sisters in laws the great grand Childrens and the Nieces and Nephew and Cousins and all of the family. May God Bless and keep everybody in his loving arms. In the Bible John 14:1-2, it reads Let not your heart be trouble: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my father’s house are many Mansions if it were not so, I would have told you. I go and prepare a place for you. No Matter what Trust GOD. God Bless!
Jackie Freeman says
April 27, 2024 at 9:50 amMy condolences goes out Brenda and family,Mom Ruby was one the sweetest nicest woman of Washington Park I always cherish the memories of some of the conversation we had Love MOM RUBY TAKE YOUR REST