William G. Blackwood
1951 – 2009
AUBURN — William G. Blackwood, 58, of Montello Street, Lewiston passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Dec. 15, at the Hospice House with his loving family by his side. His faith in God helped him to endure his battle with esophageal cancer.
He was born in Lewiston, Oct. 5, 1951, the son of George D. and Constance M. Blackwood. Educated in local schools, he was a graduate of Lewiston High School, Class of 1970. He worked as a local contractor early in his career and owner of East Street Deli and presently, Deshaies’ Lobster Salad.
The loves of his life were his son, daughter and granddaughters. He enjoyed spending time with his family and close friends, running his business, interacting with his patrons and enjoying life in general. He was known as a kind and generous soul that never turned away anyone in need.
Survivors include his parents; a daughter, Heather Swart and her husband, Sean, and their two daughters, Hannah and Ashley of Jacksonville, Fla.; a son, Brent W. Blackwood of Lewiston; four sisters, Lynne Adams and her husband, William Ray Adams III, Debra A. Blackwood of San Antonio, Texas, Bonnie J. Culberson and her husband, Jack, of Waverly, Ga., and Cynthia J. Blackwood of Lewiston; a brother, James A. Blackwood and his wife, Sandra Needham-Blackwood, of Auburn; an aunt, Lida M. Muench of Lillian, Ala.; many nieces, nephews and cousins, especially Joshua W. Blackwood and Tara M. Adams, who worked for him throughout the years.
He was predeceased by his maternal and paternal grandparents; and several aunts and uncles.