July 30, 1993 - March 13, 2023
Completed level 29.
We are devastated to announce the sudden passing of Darren Blackwell of Val Caron at the age of 29. Darren passed peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Monday, March 13, 2023, after a long battle with heart failure and transplant. He is now at peace with no more appointments or doctors’ visits, needles or medications.
Darren truly was one of a kind. A man of quick wit and many dad jokes. He loved to laugh and made sure everyone around him got to laugh too. If he were here to write this obituary he would say “cremation is my last hope for a smokin’ hot body”, being the pun artist he was.
He wasn’t afraid to try new things and always stood up to a challenge head on. In his past time, he loved to game on his computer, draw, watch anime and play DND with his friends among many other things. You could catch him jamming out to metal/punk rock/jpop in the shower each morning. When he would drive you could hear his subwoofer from a block away. He loved spending time and playing with his niece Lauren and the family dog, Goose, who he lived with and took frequent naps with. Darren spent a lot of time with his brother always joking around with each other, playing video games and wrestling when the video game just wouldn’t settle the argument. He was loved by every person that got the chance to meet him.
Anything he cared about he cared about it with his whole heart, even if it was borrowed. To say he will be missed is an understatement.
Darren is the beloved son of Connie Blackwell (Dan), Paul and Jennifer Blackwell. Loving little brother to Scott Blackwell (Kennedy). Absolutely adored uncle of Lauren Blackwell. Cherished grandson of Leonard and Loretta Blackwell (predeceased), Peter Weimann (Susan), Margaret Weimann and Vera Foehr. Much loved nephew of Richard Blackwell (JoAnne), Brian Blackwell (predeceased) and Carol Blackwell-Tyson (Tom). He will also be missed by the Haner family, the Blackwell family, the Bardell family, the Ayotte family, the Dufort family, the Foehr family and many friends.
Onto the next level, we will see you when we get there.
There will be a Celebration of Darren’s Life at a later date.
The family would appreciate donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Paul, Jenny and family.
Our deepest sympathies to all of you. He fought hard and always with a smile.
The stories that will live on.❤️
Sending prayers and lots of love.
March 29, 2023
Dearest Paul, Jennifer and family.
My deepest condolences to you during this very heartbreaking time. May you take comfort in all the memories you made with Darren and hold them close to your heart.
March 21, 2023
So sorry Connie, such a great loss for you and your family. Keep special memories in your heart.
March 20, 2023
Dear Paul, Jen & Family,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Darren. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Paul, Kelly, Josh and Sarah
March 20, 2023
Words can not express how truly sorry we are for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Ernest and Shannon
March 19, 2023
So sorry for your loss Connie, thinking of you and your family in this difficult time.
Gilles and Laura Dutrisac
March 18, 2023
Paul, Jen and family, on behalf of your work family, we offer our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. Although a small comfort to your immense grief, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and that you have the support of your many friends and coworkers.
Flanagan Foodservice team
March 18, 2023
Connie and Paul, please know that I am thinking and praying for you and your family @ this most painful time. To lose a child, well there are no words that can accurately describe the emotions and hurt. The roller coaster of tears for the loss, and laughter of fond memories will come and go. People will come and go. But a parents love will remain forever. As a mother of such a loss, please know that a listening ear is always available if need be. Look forward to the promise of no more mourning or tears @ Revelation 21:3,4.
Most sincerely,
Gabriella Verdonk
March 18, 2023
I send my condolences to Darren’s family, Paul, Jennifer and Connie. Darren I know you’re out there. Positive, funny, and charismatic is how I saw Darren. We would have conversations from gaming to life, and it was never boring. He always made sure you had a smile on your face at the end of the Convo. Me and Des (daughter) still shocked but we will meet on the other side. Darren love you bro may you Rest In Power and Rest In Power I know you’re in our hearts.
Jermaine & Deszy Darlington
March 17, 2023
My sincere condolences to all of the Blackwells. My thoughts and Prayers are with all of you. Miss you, and think of you All often.
Lisa
March 17, 2023
My deepest sympathy to Connie, Paul & Jen and family.
My heart goes out to all of you.
March 17, 2023
Paul, Jennifer and family.
I’m so sorry to hear of Darren’s passing. Our deepest condolences, sympathies, prayers and thoughts are with you.
Sending you all a very big hugs
Gates King
March 17, 2023
My goodness what a shock to see your son in Facebook. Connie I’m so very sorry for your loss. May God rap his arms around you in this very shocking time. Darren you fought a very tough battle, and handled it with pride and a smile. Rip Darren and remember to come back and see your Mom as a butterfly. My deepest condolences Connie to you and your whole family. God will help you find peace, and memories again with time.
Love: Jan Barrette
March 17, 2023
Connie I am so sorry to hear this incredibly sad news about Darren. My heart goes out to you and your family. This should not be the order of things and you have my deepest sympathy.
March 17, 2023
Our deepest sympathy for the sudden loss of your son. Thoughts and prayers with your entire family during this difficult time.
March 17, 2023
Our condolences to everyone. You are all in our thoughts and may our prayers be with all of you during this difficult time.
March 17, 2023
Connie & Family – I am so deeply sorry for the loss of Darren. My deepest condolences for you.
Rest easy Darren.
March 17, 2023
Our deepest sympathies Paul, Jennifer and family. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.
Thinking of you at this tender time.
March 17, 2023
My sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Darren really was a great person.
March 17, 2023
Paul, Jen and family,
My condolences to all of you. Keep the memories close to your hearts.
Sincerely,
Ian
March 17, 2023
Darren R.I.P. You were a fighter with lots of support from your family. May they all share all your wonderful memories that you left behind.
Memories live forever.
March 17, 2023
Our deepest condolences to you Connie and to your family and friends. We are so sorry for your loss. 🙏😢
March 17, 2023
Sending our heartfelt condolences to you Connie, Paul and family! Taken so young and no words can relieve your grief and loss of the courageous young man that went through so much in his young life.
May you Rest In Peace Darren 🙏
March 17, 2023
Sincere condolences … RIP kind soul.
All our hearts & prayers
Sending (((Hugs))) & Love
March 17, 2023
Sending sincere condolences to Darren’s family. I had the privilege of knowing Darren through Paul, Jennifer and Scott.
Such a huge loss way to young
March 17, 2023
Paul, Jennifer and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times. We want to offer our deepest condolences.
The Hartley Family
March 17, 2023
So sad, gone way too soon! My condolences to Connie and Scott and family. My deepest condolences.
This is a great picture of him.
March 17, 2023
Scott and family,
Our sincere condolences on the loss if your brother, son, uncle and best friend. May he now rest in peace and may you be comforted by the wonderful memories and bond you have. Your family is in our thought and prayers at this difficult time.
Joanne and Bill Instance
March 17, 2023
My deepest sympathies to the family. I used to babysit Darren and Scott, it has been many years since I have seen you both, and seeing the post on Facebook had me in tears. Gone far too soon, RIP Darren.
March 17, 2023
Connie and family,
Christine’s and my heart truly ache for your loss. No words can relieve your grief and we can only hope for peace to return to you with fond memories such as those stated above. Our deepest condolences,
Paul Pozdyk & Christine Evans
March 17, 2023