Doris Blackwood, 102, of New Albany, formerly of Remington, passed away at 10:40 AM, February 12, 2017 at Green Valley Care Center of New Albany, IN. She was born October 20, 1914 in Benton County, IN to the late Claude and Pearl (Gardner) Atkinson. Doris was a 1932 graduate of Gilboa High School.

Her marriage was to Grant Blackwood in 1933, he preceded her in death on December of 1962.

Doris was a house mother at IU for three years and at Purdue until she retired at the age of 65. She still enjoyed subbing as house mom after her retirement. Doris lived with her sister Esther in Remington for 20 years before moving to southern Indiana to be closer to her daughter, Barbara.

Doris was a talented seamstress, making all of the bridesmaid’s dresses for her granddaughter’s weddings. She also enjoyed spending time with her family.

She is survived by her children, Joetta (J.C.) Duncan of La Quinta, CA, Terry Blackwood of Atlanta, GA, and Barbara (Kenneth) Reynolds of Brandenburg, KY. Doris is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren.

Preceding her in death along with her parents and husband are 2 sisters, 1 brother, and a son, Norman Blackwood.

The family of Doris Blackwood would like to thank the staff at Green Valley Care center for their compassionate and dedicated care.

Friends may call from 10 AM (EST) until the time of Funeral Service 11 AM (EST) Friday, February 17, 2017 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Remington. Pastor Paul Dyke of Remington First Christian Church to officiate. Interment to follow in Remington Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Doris’s name to the Green Valley Care Center of New Albany, IN.

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