Obituary
Steven A Blackman Sr born March 19th, 1955 of Orlando Florida by way of Bronx, New York departed this earthly life on August 8th, 2019.
Steven was predeceased by his parents Ashton and Vernice Blackman and his sister Nadine Blackman.
Steven is survived by his son Steven A Blackman Jr and wife Nikole, ex-wife Judy Blackman, daughter Cheryl A Beverly, grandchildren Alysia, Mickayla, Vanessa, and Ashton, and great grandchildren Amira and Aliyah.
During his early years, Steven attended Bronx Community College where he obtained his Bachelor’s Degree, City College where he obtained his Master’s of Science in Education, and Long Island University where he obtained a second Master’s of Science degree. The overwhelming dedication he had toward his education led to 18 years tenured in education including time served as a Teacher, Counselor, Principal, and a College Adjunct Professor.
Aside from spending time creating lasting memories with friends and family, Steven had a host of hobbies including cooking, fishing, bowling, gardening, sports (little league coach), reading, and camping. He was well known for starting the first predominantly Black Boy Scout Troop (Troop 8) in Bridgeport Connecticut.
Steven will be missed but not forgotten. If he were here to comment, he would certainly say:
“This Too Shall Pass”
A celebration of Steven’s life will be held 8/30/19 at 6:30pm:
Real Life Christian Church
2413 S. Goldenrod Rd. Orlando, Florida 32822
Thank you for the friendship it met so much when I didn't have many. Your honesty, courage & always willing to extend yourself and add one more to those you cared about was present when I named my son Stephan. Rest now & I hope you meet my daughter Gia & give her a hug for me. Till we all meet again. Maria
Continue to watch over us all.
Love ya.
Me
Welp, Thanksgiving is done. Next up Christmas...well before that comes all the birthdays...
Time passes by so quickly...
Keep your eyes on us all.
Love
Judy
So I was talking about you the other day...good things...
We are still in this pandemic and I honestly don’t see an end in sight. You really are safer where you’re at...
All is well with me and all the kiddos. Mikayla got a financial scholarship for the entire 4 years at Georgia State... she has to maintain a 3.0 average...which she is motivated to do. You would be so proud of her.
Well I was just passing thru.
Love ya.
Did these lanterns get to you? I hope so...
It’s been 1 year since you got your wings and took off. No more pain or suffering. God knew what you needed.
You were loved and now you are missed. Please continue to watch over us, especially the kiddos.
Party Hearty...
love ya
Judy
Amira and Aliyah.
Ashton is so handsome and getting so big. Soon to be 3.
Happy 4th... tomorrow... remember the boxes of fireworks you would get on-line and the show that you put on for the entire neighborhood? Well there are no real fireworks being sponsored here in Fl. but folks will be blowing them off illegally.. Believe me, you are safer up there looking down...
Enjoy the party up there... ✋ high fives and hugs to the folks.
Judy
Happy Heavenly Father’s Day...
This is a difficult day for Jr., Cheryl, the girls , and yes, me too. Ashton was too young to remember, but he will learn all the stories about grandpa as he grows up.
Give everyone up there a hug and a high five. Keep an extra eye on Hoag.
Love
Me.
I was so sad to hear of Mr B’s passing. I thought of him last week and searched for his name and number when I found the obit. The last time I called him— Judy you said Be prepared -he might not know me or remember much. But after dropping a couple key words he came right out and said my nickname he always called me! If it wasn’t for him as my teacher two years I bet I never would have graduated SHS. He was a great teacher and and a caring friend with an infectious smile ! I am blessed our paths crossed and wish you all peace. May he forever watch over us all with that same sweet smile upon his face.
Kelly Santagata Coppola
class of 85
Steven and Ashton
We are 6 weeks on semi lockdown with this COVID 19 virus. It’s being called a pandemic. It is awful.
We are all doing well thru it all.
You must be looking down and shaking your head saying, “ ha ha I got freedom up here”.
Continue to stay close and watch over the kids.
You are missed and loved.
Love ❤️ Ya,
J
We are all doing well during this COVID-19 pandemic. You have the advantage being up there.
Continue to watch over us all.
We love ❤️ and miss you.
J
Your 2 loves.
Happy Birthday in heaven. I bet you are up there celebrating with Ash, Vern, Nadine, Granny, Eddie, and Aunt Elene. Give the hugs from me.
We are all missing you , especially today.
Please continue to keep a watchful eye out for all of us, especially the kids.
Love you ❤️
Judy
You and the girls.
Well Steven, happy VD to you. I can almost hear you laughing now.
I hope you are seeing all the great things happening in your family. The girls are doing o.k. The lil ones, Amira, Aliyah, and Ashton are just too cute. Steven was given an awesome promotion... you would be so proud of him. I bought a house in Cassleberry. Alysia is working in a Day Care now.
You are missed more than you know. Say hello to all the family up there with you.
Love me ❤️
Sincerely with love,
Janet M. Moretti(Perillo)
Do you remember us waiting till Christmas Eve to shop for the kids when the stores were open until midnight. Staying up till 2:am putting bicycles together? We would all open 1 gift at midnight, and the kids waking up at 6:00 am. .
It’s not the same. I know we are all feeling the loss and missing you at this time.
Merry Christmas
Love
Judy
We love and miss you .
Judy
Alysia is missing you so much. Her heart is hurting with the upcoming holidays. I know we are all missing you. You’re always in my heart.
Love you...
Judy
Love ?? you.
Judy
Dinky...Today is her birthday... did you sing with the crew up there?
I found the letter you sent me on 10/11/2008. I wish I had found it sooner. Jr. did better than what you wanted, you would be proud.
Judy
Lanterns with notes to you Steven.
The kids are having a tuff time. Their hearts are broken . I ask you just to be with them always until they can see you again.
Love you ??
Ju Bear.