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Sherman Blake Obituary

Sherman Jim Blake, 81, passed away on May 2, 2014, in Las Cruces. He was born on July 21,1932 in Oakhill, W.Va., to Sherman and Lois (Bunch) Blake.

Survivors include: a son, Doug Blake (Linda); two daughters, Janice Pratt and Lois Nora (Rafa); eight grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; best friend, his dog Little Girl; one brother Bert Blake (Sherry), and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Zona Blake and a son, Jerry Blake.

The memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m., Thursday, May 8, at Alamogordo Funeral Home Chapel, with Bart Montgomery officiating.

The Blake family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Alamogordo Funeral Home to direct the Services.

To sign the online register book, please visit www.alamogordofuneralhome.org

Published by Alamogordo Daily News from May 7 to Jun. 6, 2014.
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My prayers are with the family. Mr. Blake was a sweet and wonderful man and one of my favorite customers! He used to take me breakfast years ago when I worked for Chevron there in Alamogordo! He will be missed...RIP Mr. Blake

Stephanie Gonzales

May 29, 2014

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.

May 17, 2014

Lois & Blake family,
so sorry for loss of your dad, its been a many years that i member him when i hung out with Lois. Prayers & blessings to each of you. Deepest sympathies, my friend, Lois. Love ya my friend.

Renae Duran

May 16, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Please be comforted in knowing God cares for you and will comfort you in your time if need. 1 Pet. 5:7

May 14, 2014

Ok dad you got your wish you are with your loved ones be happy and safe bye

May 7, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Beer can will be greatly missed!

The Chindberg Family

May 6, 2014

BEER CAN YOU WILL BE MISSED , Prayers to all of you , God Bless

Tyrone&Meah Washington

May 6, 2014

You will be sincerely missed. Our prayers are with family and friends.

Dale and Linda Ritchie

May 6, 2014

We'll miss you, Jim. It was always great to talk to you and do things for you. You're at peace now and you and Zona are reunited.

Art & Ruth Bates

May 6, 2014

Thoughts and prayers to all of Jim's family. He was a good man and friend.

Robin and Sammy Salazar

May 6, 2014

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