Brian David Blackmore

 It's been quite some time since I published anything on my blog. Life has interfered in many ways.

Unfortunately, I am posting an obituary for our son, Brian David Blackmore. (1970-2022). This is a difficult time, but I wanted to honor him. 

               

Brian David Blackmore

1970-2022

Brian David Blackmore, 52, left us on July 24, 2022. He died in an accident in Montana, while he and his family were on a working vacation.

 His love for his family was passionate, fur-babies included. He will be remembered as an incredibly amazing husband, attentive father, and a compassionate man towards those who were hurting or in need. He was well-respected in the community for being a man of integrity, doing the right thing whether anyone was looking or not. He was an accomplished business owner of Blackmore Electrical, Inc. in Anza, California.

 He enjoyed camping, fishing, barbequing, gardening, building computers, woodworking, and participating in the community. Brian volunteered as an AYSO coach and referee when the program first came to Anza. Later, he was the Hamilton High School soccer coach for 6 years.

He was most proud of his service in the U.S. Army, serving as “Doc” in Panama in “Operation Just Cause.” His military training never left him; he was always alert and on guard for threats and ready to act, to protect those who needed it. Brian, a native Arizonan, lived in Tempe, Arizona, until he enlisted in the U.S. Army, after he graduated from McClintock High School.

Brian is survived by his wife Brooke Blackmore, his children Hunter, Lucas and Karelyn Blackmore, Taylor and David Isaacs; his parents Walt and Karen Blackmore of Tempe, his sister Katherine (Todd) Gudgel of Tempe; aunts, uncles and cousins and so many friends that it is impossible to list them all.

A Celebration of Life party will be held on Saturday, September 17, from 5-8 pm at Minor Park in Anza, California. Interment is planned for Riverside National Cemetery at a future date.

Donations in Brian’s name may be made to Hamilton High School, ASB, earmarked for soccer. Checks are best and the address is 57430 Mitchell Rd, Anza, CA 92539; or to Wounded Warrior Project.