Rufus F. Blackshear Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Rufus F. Blackshear of West Palm Beach, Florida, who passed away on April 23, 2025, at the age of 74, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Rufus F. Blackshear or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Rufus may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He is survived by: his daughters, Mah-Tosha Nance of Tamarac, FL. and Michelle Blackshear of Miramar, FL.; and his siblings, Theodore Blackshear (Clarissa), Bernard Blackshear of Riviera Beach, FL., Howard Blackshear (Shann) of Jacksonville, FL., Edwana Boyd and Irene Blackshear of Harlem, NY..
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 3rd 2025 at 1:00 PM at the New Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church (748 W 9th St, West Palm Beach, FL 33404).
