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1931
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2018
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Robert Blake Obituary
He was a 1951 graduate of McArthur High School, a member of Grace United Methodist Church, and a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean Conflict. He worked in the shipping department at Armco for 38 years, retiring in 1993.
He was preceded in death by seven siblings, George, Ray and Bill Blake, Grace Blake, Ruth Rutter, Mary Ann Yates and Irene Calvin.
He is survived by his wife, the former E. Ann James; two children, Robert Jeffery (Jacqueline) Blake of Worthington; and Julie Blake (Alan) Mark of Washington C.H.; six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 28, at noon, at Grace United Methodist Church, immediately followed by a reception in the church's fellowship hall. Private burial in Bloomingburg Cemetery.
Visitation at the church will be held Saturday, from 10 a.m. until time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to be made to Grace United Methodist Church, 301 E. Market St.; or Ohio's Hospice of Fayette County, 222 N. Oakland Ave., Washington C.H., OH 43160.
Arrangements are by Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington C.H. See www.kirkpatrickfuneralhome.com for complete obituary.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sherry & Mike Seimer
July 15, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
M B
August 22, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jay Waddle
August 2, 2018
Jeff, Julie and Anne, I just found out about Bobs passing. I`m so sorry for your loss. Bob was like a second father to me back in the day. God bless your families. Hope to stay in touch.
Sherry Seimer
July 28, 2018
Ann, Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. We enjoyed the time we spent with you both and getting to know you. May your many pleasant memories sustain you and bring you peace. He is now at peace. Blessings, Mike and Sherry
Marlena Blake
July 25, 2018
Ann, Jeff and Julie. I'm so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed Bob so much. Prayers to the family.
Allan Huffman
July 25, 2018
Jeff and Julie, so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I remember his always encouraging words at the baseball diamond. He was so proud of both of you. You have many fond memories to keep him alive in your hearts. God bless you in your time of grief.
Dianne Peacock
July 24, 2018
Sorry to learn of your loss Ann and family.My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Sincerely with prayers and hugs
Dianne Peacock
jim and Ann Polk
July 23, 2018
Sorry to read of Bob's passing, the community has lost a great man. Our condolences to Ann, Jeff and Julie and the extended family. RIP Bob.
CKT
July 23, 2018
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
Timothy James
July 22, 2018
I will always remember playing in Uncle Bob's yard and having family meals in the house and listening to his stories about life. I will always remember his face when he asked me what I thought about the OSU national championship game, I had not watched it. I pray for peace for my Aunt, cousins, and the entire Blake family.
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