Comments on: Robert “Bob” Blackman

By: Bev Ratkovec

Bev Ratkovec — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 22:38:50 +0000

Belinda, Carmen and all your families. I am sure your hearts are broken. My heart goes out to all of you. Losing a special loved on is so hard.
“Gone from our sight, but never our memories,
Gone from our touch, but never our hearts,
Thinking of you and hoping your memories of special times with bring you comfort.
Family and friends are always here to lean on.
God Bless,
Bev Ratkovec & family

By: Bob Schneider

Bob Schneider — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 19:58:31 +0000

I met Bob thru work about 20 years ago. Realized we were both golf nuts and began playing when we could. Kind of lost touch when the family moved but was shocked to read the Bob had passed away.
What a great guy at every level.Business, personal or on the golf course. My condolences to the family. We lost a good one on December 18 !!

By: Allen J. Beermann; Nebraska Press Association

Allen J. Beermann; Nebraska Press Association — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 16:25:06 +0000

Belinda and family….

Bob leaves a wonderful touch mark…for his family and his craft. Everything Bob touched–improved. He was dedicated to his family, his craft and the communities he served. It was an honor for me to have known him and worked with him. His life can long be a guide for all of us to keep on doing well, adding value and being constructive. That is the best legacy we can leave in memory of your loved one and my friend. Linda joins with me in sending along our sympathy to all of you in the family. We shall cherish the memories.

By: LaVonne Salisbury

LaVonne Salisbury — Thu, 06 Jan 2022 15:07:47 +0000

My condolences and prayers to Belinda and the family! I had the pleasure of knowing, Bob and Belinda since we were in high school…the memories of playing cards together with them when we were all first married and sharing the births of our children. Many hugs and sending prayers to you and your family to remember the special memories we all cherish and share in our lifetime.

By: Julie Bechtel

Julie Bechtel — Tue, 28 Dec 2021 04:10:49 +0000

I’m so sad to learn of Bob’s passing. He was an amazing man, co-worker and friend. My condolences to his family.

By: Sharon Hestermann

Sharon Hestermann — Tue, 28 Dec 2021 02:53:06 +0000

Belinda & family, so saddened to hear the passing of Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God grant you peace and love at this sad time. Cherish the memories.

By: Sharon Hestermann

Sharon Hestermann — Tue, 28 Dec 2021 02:40:17 +0000

Belinda and family, I am so sorry to hear the passing of Bob. Our sympathy to all of you. Cherish the memories. Prayers for all of you .

By: Michael F. Rea

Michael F. Rea — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 19:41:20 +0000

I had the honor of working with Bob when he was publisher in Columbus and I was general manager in Schuyler. He was one of the best I ever worked with. You have my sincere condolences.

By: Deb Potter

Deb Potter — Sun, 26 Dec 2021 18:53:45 +0000

So sorry to see this. Condolences to Belinda and family. Got to know Bob when they moved to Columbus. Worked with Belinda.

By: Sandy Bickley

Sandy Bickley — Sun, 26 Dec 2021 18:45:23 +0000

Sorry to hear about Bob. He was one of my favorite bosses at the JSP. He knew his stuff and had a great laugh.