Robert F. Blackburn, 70, of New Bedford died March 18, 2012 at Sacred Heart Home.
Born in Acushnet, the son of the late William T. and Emilie (Pryzgoda) Blackburn, he lived in New Bedford for most of her life.
Robert was formerly employed as a commercial fisherman on several vessels in the New Bedford fleet.
He served in the U.S. Coast Guard.
Survivors include 2 sisters, Emilie Converse of Dennis and Jane Barros and her husband Alan of New Bedford; and several nieces and nephews.
He was the brother of the late William Blackburn, Margaret Sylvia and John Blackburn.
Private arrangements are with the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford.