Patty Blackman, age 61, was called to glory peacefully, at home surrounded by family on October 9, 2024. She was married to Richard Blackman in 1980 and together they had two children. She was a retired Cornell University employee, having worked proudly at the College of Veterinary Medicine for many years.
Patty was a lifelong member of the Harford community and made it a better place for her neighbors by way of her service. She was also a lifelong member of the Harford Fire Department, serving many years as the Captain of the Rescue Squad. She was a leading force behind the Fire Department’s Search and Rescue Team and volunteered her time in both training and indeed, not just for the Fire Department, but for the community at large. Patty founded Harford’s Harmony United Helping Food Pantry, as well as the town’s Good Neighbor Fund. She spearheaded many fundraisers and personally went door to door checking on neighbors when the need arose. Patty spent her later years enjoying horseshoes and the time spent with her friends that she made on the league.
Her acts of service have not gone unnoticed by the true loves of her life, her family. Patty was predeceased by her loving husband Dick, to whom she was a devoted and doting wife. Patty leaves behind her daughter Tina, son Robert (Jessica), and grandchildren: Andrew, Catherine, Richard, Jonathon, Benjamin, William, Elizabeth and her great-grandchildren. All of whom she delighted in. She will also be remembered by her surviving siblings, large extended family, and the community who mourns her passing.
Services will be private at the convenience of her family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CareFirst of Steuben County.
Web-Mistress note: Patty’s significant other in her life before moving to be near her son and daughter is Alan Overbaugh of Dryden