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Selma Blake Obituary

Selma L. Blake, of Mesa, AZ, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2006 at the age of 90. Selma was the only child of Fred Shoemaker and Flora Marks and was born in Chicago, April 27, 1916. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard L. Blake. Survivors include brothers-in-law, Harry and Robert Blake; nieces and nephews, Mary Ellen, Warren, Linda and Robert, Jr.; and cousin, Muriel Black. Visitation will be held from 10-11 AM with services 11AM, Friday, September 29, Hansen Chapel of Prayer Mortuary, 108 N. 56th St., Mesa, AZ, 85205.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Sep. 27, 2006.

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Deborah Thomas

September 29, 2006

My deepest sympathies. Selma was a wonderful person. I truly enjoyed working with her at DISCUS.

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