
Jill McEwen Blackburn

Jill McEwen Blackburn
When I am Dead, my Dearest
By Christina Rossetti
When I am dead, my dearest,
Sing no sad songs for me;
Plant thou no roses at my head,
Nor shady cypress tree:
Be the green grass above me
With showers and dewdrops wet;
And if thou wilt, remember,
And if thou wilt, forget.
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December 22, 2024
Jill was such a wonderful neighbor and friend. I am so thankful that I got to meet her when I moved to Colorado Springs. She was always willing to help with my house projects and checking if I needed anything. In these past 3 years I got the honor to have been able to spend quality time with Jill. I will miss having coffee and conversations outside the patio in the summers or drink hot mulled wine during the winter.
I really wished I could have gone on that trip to the Lake house beginning of October like we were talking about so I could spend more time with you before you have to leave..
Thanks Bill and Laura Beth for sharing all these beautiful memories of Jill. My deepest condolences 💐.
Clarissa
I really wished I could have gone on that trip to the Lake house beginning of October like we were talking about so I could spend more time with you before you have to leave..
Thanks Bill and Laura Beth for sharing all these beautiful memories of Jill. My deepest condolences 💐.
Clarissa

December 13, 2024
I’ve been dragging my feet on writing this because it’s impossible to put into words what the world lost with the passing of Jill.
I first met Jill when Laura Beth and I started working together at American Sentinel. She immediately took me under her wing as I navigated some tricky life circumstances while having all my biological family living out of state, which is a kindness I’ll never be able to repay.
Jill was always such a champion of her people - if things were good? She’s cheering loudly. If things weren’t? She’d help you burn it all down. Her many anecdotes and misadventures over the years have always brought a lot of laughs, and I’ll never stop believing that she really was Calamity Jane reincarnated. In hearing of her illness and passing, all I’ve been able to keep thinking is how it doesn’t seem possible, as she truly has always been bigger than life.
She will always be remembered and missed, and I have no doubt her tales will live on, as so many of her best qualities do in Laura Beth.
Thinking of the entire Blackburn/Waltz family and holding you all with so much love and special memories.
I first met Jill when Laura Beth and I started working together at American Sentinel. She immediately took me under her wing as I navigated some tricky life circumstances while having all my biological family living out of state, which is a kindness I’ll never be able to repay.
Jill was always such a champion of her people - if things were good? She’s cheering loudly. If things weren’t? She’d help you burn it all down. Her many anecdotes and misadventures over the years have always brought a lot of laughs, and I’ll never stop believing that she really was Calamity Jane reincarnated. In hearing of her illness and passing, all I’ve been able to keep thinking is how it doesn’t seem possible, as she truly has always been bigger than life.
She will always be remembered and missed, and I have no doubt her tales will live on, as so many of her best qualities do in Laura Beth.
Thinking of the entire Blackburn/Waltz family and holding you all with so much love and special memories.
December 8, 2024
I am a 1968 graduate from ACHS. My siblings, Patty, Linda and Kevin all attended the school.
Patty, my older sister had Jack McEwen as her science teacher, she said he was one of her favorites
I was a high jumper and competed on the Scorpions team from my freshman year to the end of my senior year. Jill's father, Jack Mc Ewen was my coach every step of the way..
Back in the 1960's, Camarillo wasn't known for it's football or baseball teams, but we had one hell of a track team coached by Mr. Mc Kwen.
It was my privilege to be on it.
Jack was one of the most influential people I have ever known.
The video commemorating Jill's life is a masterpiece. Not a dry eye in the room when my family viewed it. I didn't really know her well, but she always smiled or waved when we passed in the hallways.
My sincere condolences to the family
-Mike
Patty, my older sister had Jack McEwen as her science teacher, she said he was one of her favorites
I was a high jumper and competed on the Scorpions team from my freshman year to the end of my senior year. Jill's father, Jack Mc Ewen was my coach every step of the way..
Back in the 1960's, Camarillo wasn't known for it's football or baseball teams, but we had one hell of a track team coached by Mr. Mc Kwen.
It was my privilege to be on it.
Jack was one of the most influential people I have ever known.
The video commemorating Jill's life is a masterpiece. Not a dry eye in the room when my family viewed it. I didn't really know her well, but she always smiled or waved when we passed in the hallways.
My sincere condolences to the family
-Mike
December 7, 2024
I Was So Sad To Hear About Jill---We Go Way Back Starting In Kindergarten---Jill Was So Kind And Funny--Always Had A Great Sense Of Humor---Take Care My Friend Until We Meet Again----Mel Fithian (McCartney) Prayers To Jill's Family
December 7, 2024
I was shocked to hear of Jill's passing. Jill was my classmate from Camarillo High School class of 69. As a freshman I asked her to go to one of our dances. She was always so nice and sweet. I would get an email from time to time from Jill showing some of her exploits with her classmate, Sally and her husband.
"My deepest sympathies to Jill's family during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories you shared and strength in each other’s support."
I have included Jill's senior picture from Camarillo High School.
"My deepest sympathies to Jill's family during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories you shared and strength in each other’s support."
I have included Jill's senior picture from Camarillo High School.

December 4, 2024
Jill had so much personality and life! It was so infectious! Life with her was never boring, always belly laughing and full of stories! I will treasure every moment. From shopping at Bebe, eating all of her raspberries, and making her laugh at our “clubbing “ moments. Jill was always there for me, she surprised me and showed up to court to make sure “I wasn’t arrested “ due to too many speeding tickets 🖤 even after years of being out of touch she was thrilled I was having twins and came to celebrate them. We Will miss her deeply but super grateful for the mommy moments she gave me and she always welcomed me as if I was one of her children. I love you Bill and LB! Thank you for sharing such an amazing women and her time with me🖤
December 4, 2024
Jill was a badass. She welcomed me with open arms and unconditional love when we first met. I remember watching SNL, skiing Navajo Lake, and who could forget Casa Bonita?! Jill was a very special person who will be missed by many. Beautiful tribute video ❤️
December 2, 2024
Jill, you was my favorite person! You had such a beautiful soul. When you came to get records we would sit and talk about everything and laugh our asses off! And even bought in snacks or went out to lunch. When we went to the bent fork you said, Audra you have got to try this dish! And I looked at you like whaaaat. That dish was spicy cauliflower. And now it's something I eat Frequently. You will be missed my friend. You was a one in a billion of a friend. You will always be in my heart forever. And I will see you again.
December 2, 2024
Jill was such a kind, loving person, and a spitfire. I worked with her at USIS and she was always encouraging me and was a delight to work with. I recall running into her a lot in the field and she would always cheer me up with a funny story. She also was my cheerleader when I had cancer and was going through treatment. I would get a text or call from her, which really meant a lot. She will be missed, but the impact she had on others will carry on in her spirit.
December 2, 2024
Beautiful Jill you have forever left a foot print in my heart. Thank you for making me cobbler and for advocating for me. I'm so blessed to have met you. You have raised an amazing daughter and Im so lucky to call LB my friend. Fly high and keep being everyone's Guardian Angel. We love you!
December 2, 2024
Oh dearest family!
What a beautiful tribute to you Jill ❤️ I only spent time briefly with you Jill at Jana and David’s wedding, but I knew you so well through Jana and Matt.
You brought peace and happiness to those around you and to those close to me and for that I will never forget you and your service to our country.
See you on the other side my friend! God speed Jen
What a beautiful tribute to you Jill ❤️ I only spent time briefly with you Jill at Jana and David’s wedding, but I knew you so well through Jana and Matt.
You brought peace and happiness to those around you and to those close to me and for that I will never forget you and your service to our country.
See you on the other side my friend! God speed Jen

December 2, 2024
Jill is an amazing person and consummate professional who contributed greatly to the development of many investigators, myself included. She championed my hiring to several companies and I remain grateful to her for her support. She always found a way to make me laugh and help me “take it down a notch” when I was working too hard. She will be sorely missed and was a great mentor to me and many others.
December 2, 2024
Jill, it's still kind of hard to believe that you are gone but I'm sure you're enjoying your time with those on the other side. I hope you know how much you meant to me. I loved your sassiness and how you were just your unabashed self; how hard you worked to try to find me someone when I was single lol, and your funny stories of your adventures. Thank you for your friendship and how much you and Bill were there for me during some of the hardest times in my life. I'm sad that we lost so much contact these last few years but so grateful that God put it on my heart to call you this spring so that I could hear your voice, catch up and hear you call me baby girl one more time. Thank you for being you. I love you.


