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DAVID BLAKE Obituary

DAVID LEO BLAKE
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Dave, on October 31, 2024, at TBRHSC at the age of 42. Dave was born on May 15, 1982, in Uranium City, Saskatchewan. He was one of 6 children.

Dave is predeceased by his brothers Shane and Wesley and special uncle Paul; Grandmother Gladys Rissanen and numerous other relatives. He leaves behind his wife Sara Rissanen & son Parker who he fiercely loved & adored. Dave is survived by his parents David Sr and Madonna, his brothers Harold and Berkley and his sister Denise, many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins as well as his in-laws Sharon Rissanen (Glenn).

Dave enjoyed all things outdoors, and had a great love for sports .He was a dedicated Toronto Maple Leafs and Bluejays fan. You could always hear Dave at one of the many Thunder Bay arenas, cheering for Parker or Sara. Dave also had a strong love for his dogs Bailey, Boa, and Bindy.

Dave will be greatly missed by all his family and friends

Celebration of Life is to follow in the Spring.

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Published by The Thunder Bay Chronicle Journal on Jan. 25, 2025.

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Stephanie Costanzo

May 10, 2025

I´m so very sorry for your loss, Sara. Sending you and Parker all our love.
Stephanie Costanzo (Nugent) & family

Barb Kukko

May 4, 2025

Hi Sara
I was absolutely shocked when I saw Dave's picture in the obituary section. He was such a great guy! When I was riding my bike I always stopped by the house if I saw the truck and we always chatted for awhile. He umped many of my grandchildren's ball games at Brent Park diamonds and, of course he helped out with the soccer program. My heartfelt sympathy for your and Parker's loss of such a wonderful husband and father.

Barb Kukko

Abbi Miller

April 5, 2025

Dear auntie Sarah and my cousin Parker so sorry for ur loss, David is one of my favourite uncle ever, I miss uncle dj! Been soo long, gone too soon.
I love u auntie Sarah and Parker

Rest peace DJ

Brunina Morrow

January 26, 2025

Dear Sarah, Parker and your entire family,
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your husband, father, son, brother, uncle David. My prayers are with you at this sad time. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Nina

Corey Wesley

January 26, 2025

My condolences Sarah, Parker and family. So sorry to hear of Dave´s passing.

Julie morrison

January 25, 2025

Dj. Was a great friend, I will miss him dearly, So sorry for everyone´s loss he was a very caring and kind friend

Maria morton

January 25, 2025

lm so for loss Sara know word can express my sympathy. For u and Parker . My condolences from msria&robert . Sending you lots of love and hugs.

Cole Blake oconnell

January 25, 2025

Always be my hero love you uncle Dj gone but never forgotten

Ian and Barb McEwen

January 25, 2025

Im so sorry to hear of Daves passing. Words cant express my sympathy for you Sara and Parker. My condolences. Much too young

LeeAnne Idman

January 25, 2025

Sincere condolences to Sara & Parker & families. Our love & thoughts are with you always.
Uncle Kevin, LeeAnne, Tyler & Katie

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