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Mrs. Murielle Blackburn: Obituary

Murielle Blackburn, 88, of Andrews passed away Thursday, September 8, 2016 at her residence.

She was the daughter of the late Leon and Rolalda Gagne and the wife of the late Robert Ralph Blackburn, who died February 14, 2003. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Pat Lewis; two grandchildren and one great grandson; and several sisters and brothers.

Surviving are three daughters, Catherine Petrunio of Andrews, Christine Randall of West Park, Florida, and Frances Virtanen of Andrews; two sons, Mark Blackburn of Vero Beach, Florida and John Blackburn of Davie, Florida; two sisters; one brother; 35 grandchildren and many great and great great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial mass will be held at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church at a later date.

Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of arrangements.

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