Polina P. Blackwell
June 29, 1928 - July 20, 2023
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Obituary for Polina P. Blackwell
Celebrating the life of Polina P. Blackwell (Guerero) β also known as Polly and Yayitt.
Our precious mother Polina Blackwell transitioned on Thursday, July 20th, 2023. Polina, was born 95 years ago on June 29th, 1928 in Marac, Trinidad WI. She was the daughter of Edward and Victoria Guerero (deceased). She was the wife of Joshua Blackwell (deceased). Together they had 9 children: Joseph Blackwell, Mona Gentle, Marina Forde, Octavia Skerritt, Elfreda Blackwell Buffong, Learie Blackwell, Victoria Blackwell, Janice Obasiolu, and Gillian Rivers. Mother-in-law of Velma Blackwell, Lester Gentle, James Skerritt, Joseph Buffong, Marylyn Blackwell, Charles Obasiolu and Carl Rivers. She was the grandmother of 18 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 3 great, great grandchildren. Polina was the eldest of 8 children: Dowan (deceased) Vena(deceased), Lita(deceased), Lima(deceased), Mass (deceased), Kay, whom she raised as her daughter, and Rudolph (deceased). She was the aunt of a host of nieces and nephews as well as adopted nieces and nephews. Friend of Ellen Allen, known to the family as Mammie Ellen, and many other family and friends, numerous to mention.
Polina was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her. She also had many friends and was a well-loved member of the community in Trinidad as well as Boston. To her there were no strangers just friends she had not met yet. She was a devoted Christian, raised Catholic, later baptized in Mount Herman Baptist church in Trinidad and after moving to Boston, MA became a member of Twelfth Baptist Church. Polina and Joshua Blackwell instilled the love for the Lord in their children at an early age. They embodied the Bible verse, βAs for me and my house, we shall worship the Lord.β She prayed constantly for her children, calling each childβs name out to God. She was a prayer warrior calling on God to protect her entire family, loved ones and all in need. She had a big influence on raising her grandchildren
Visitation will be held at Twelfth Baptist Church, 160 Warren Street, ROXBURY on Wednesday, July 26th from 10-11AM. Funeral Service to begin at 11AM. Interment at Fairview Cemetery. Relatives and friends invited.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
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July 26, 2023
My condolences to Mrs Blackwell Beautiful woman and loving May she eat in peace
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July 26, 2023
We will miss you very much ,your spirit lives on in us, we love you paulette White, Samantha Jones & Tiffany burden
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July 26, 2023
Janice, I am so sorry for the loss of your precious mother. Though I had never met her in person before today, but I know you and all your family have a lot of love for her. May her rest in peace. Lin Zhang
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July 26, 2023
My condolences to the family as you grieve through such a tremendous loss. I met Mrs. Blackwell only a few times, but I was welcomed as if I were family. Her warm smile and cloud of white hair and always brought a smile to my face. She is free from worry and fear. God bless her ππ½. Sandy Nurse
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July 25, 2023
Auntie Pearly will be remembered by all the Blackwell family. Loving and kind. To all my dear cousins be strong in the Lord, and in all your ways acknowledge him and he will direct your path. Continuous love to ALL. Brother Franklyn, Brother Frederick send special love. My children Donna, Eldon,Lon and Ron share their love also.
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July 25, 2023
I WILL MISS YOU MAMMIE EVERY DAY FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE! Thank YOU so much for ALL you did for me. I LOVE YOU! You daughter, Lera.
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July 25, 2023
Our deepest condolences to the families of Marina Forde, our thoughts and prayers are with you, love and prayers Deacon and Mo.Dillard πβ€οΈ
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July 24, 2023
I remember her cooking lunch for my mother & me green figs and stew fish π which was delicious and learning a lesson in the process. Love β€οΈ Auntie Pearly rest comfortably in Jesus Christ Arms
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July 24, 2023
My condolences to the entire Blackwell family, I have known my dear friend Marina and the rest of the family for over 30 yrs, they all treated me like family, I called her Mom and I loved her dearly, I will miss that beautiful smile and that caring heart, RIP Mom, you will always be close to my heartβ€οΈ
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July 24, 2023
Gillian and Family Moms are special people, and we pray for you and your family. Mummy Blackwell always had a smile and a kind word. She was a joy to all who knew her. May her legacy live through you all! Love the Jules and Lutchmansingh Family
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July 24, 2023
Dear Learie I am so sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace. Elaine Christman and Family
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July 23, 2023
We are praying for God's strength, peace and comfort in this time of need. May God Bless the family. Offering you and your family our deepest and most sincere condolences and may the soul of Polina P. Blackwell rest in peace. ~The Lewis Family
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