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David BLAKE Obituary
Age 92 passed away Thursday, March 25, 2021, at Emory
Hospital, Atlanta, GA. He was employed at Suchers Packing Co. and retired from Specialty Paper in 1993. David was an
active member of Resurrection Catholic Church. David loved volunteering and calling bingo. Preceded in death by his
parents, siblings and daughter Kimberly. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Mary
Elizabeth; sons, David Jr. (Priscilla), Oscar J.; grandson, Gaylan (Lisa); granddaughter, Mesha Dotson; a great-grandson; 3 great-granddaughters; and host of nephews, nieces, extended family members and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m., Thursday, April 15, 2021, at Precious Blood Catholic Church, 4961 Salem Ave. Fr. Gene Schnipke, officiant.
Interment, Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Diabetic or Cancer Society. No visitation.
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James Robinson
April 15, 2021
Mr blake has been a part of my life for 50 plus years. The example he and liz set must be commended. All l can hope is that l can attain the blessings he received in this earthly journey. Oj and dave jr hold your head high, continue to lovingly care for your mom. As promised we will see dave sr again. All the love from the robinsons.
Bridget L Nabors
April 14, 2021
Mrs Blake I’m so sorry for your loss. I will miss the days I would walk past your home and stop catch up on life, and talk a little while with you and Mr Blake.
Kenora Davis
April 13, 2021
Mary and family, So sorry for the heartache you're feeling, but Praying that God will comfort your heart, uplift your spirit, and carry you through this time of sadness to a place of peace.
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