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Darla Rae Blake

Darla Blake Obituary

Name: Celebration of Life for Darla Rae Blake
Start: 2016-01-23T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-01-23T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Northshore Village's Clubhouse

Darla Rae Blake

AGE: 66 •

Darla Rae Blake, 66, passed away January 15, 2016 in her home surrounded by her family. Whether she was telling a story or putting a silly hat on her head, Darla was always finding ways to bring others laughter and joy. She was the perfect example of unconditional love and acceptance.

She joins her sister Sharon Blake Kaufman, her parents Ray and Madeline (Matt) Blake and many others that have gone before her. She is survived by her husband of over 45 years, Robert Strickland Blake, daughters Heather Blake of Elkton, MD and Megan Brooks (Benjamin) of Knoxville, TN, her most wonderful grandchildren Joseph Blake, Madeline Brooks, Baker Brooks and Brody Brooks, her sister Tammy Blake Mills, as well as extended family and friends who will deeply miss her. Before her retirement lead her to Knoxville, Darla resided in Elkton, MD and worked for W.L. Gore & Associates in the area of Quality Control for close to 30 years. She was loved by all her coworkers and made life-long friends there. Darla wanted all that knew and loved her to remember her whenever they see a rainbow.

The family will be celebrating Darla's life at Northshore Village's Clubhouse located at 1308 Covington Dr., Knoxville, TN 37919 on Saturday January 23rd from 2-6pm open house style. The family asks in lieu of flowers that donations be made to the Compassion in Action Fund 3201 Chantilly Drive Knoxville, TN 37919 or the American Cancer Society.

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Published by The News Journal on Jan. 20, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Darla Blake

30 Entries

January 29, 2016

Darla has been a loved and valued addition to our family for over 45 years. I remember when she and my brother Bob met, the honor of standing witness to their marriage and sharing their joy. I miss her, as I'm sure Bob, Megan and Heather do along with many other friends and family. She was an amazingly generous, strong, intelligent and tolerant human being, beautiful thru and thru.

Susan Prior

January 25, 2016

Our sincere condolences to Bob, Heather and Megan. Truly Darla was one of a kind in the best sense of the word. Our family came to know Darla and family through Pony Club. We enjoyed some really fun times sparked by Darla's sense of fun and adventure. Darla you will be missed, but always fondly remembered through your smiles and laughter.

Bob and Susan Prior

January 23, 2016

My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you, and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm". (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17)

Carole Sexton

January 22, 2016

I hold the Blake family in my tgoughts and prayers. Please rejoice in the memories as I will. Darla taught me the act of forgiveness and I will always cherish this. From fairy godmother to guardian angel, Darla will watch over us with her friend and my mother. RIP my dear friend, I will love and miss you forever.

Greg Jennings

January 22, 2016

Very sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts to your family...

April Tipton-Redick

January 21, 2016

Darla, was a great person in and out, I had the pleasure of knowing her only for a few short years but I will cherish all the memories I have with her and that smile and personality that lit up a room.....and I will always remember when you asked her how she was doing she was just ducky...RIP to a great woman who will truly be missed... <3 you Darla

Bob Wood

January 20, 2016

Sorry to hear of Darla's passing. I echo what many Gore Associates have already said.
She will be missed, but remembered

Sheona Barlow

January 20, 2016

Darla, a beautiful person inside and out. I had the pleasure of working with Darla over many years. Whenever I visited US, she welcomed me with a smile and was sure to give advice and always made me laugh. Darla will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all who knew her.

Stephanie Fitzgerald

January 20, 2016

So many great times were had laughing until my side hurt. It was impossible to be around you without smiling and sharing the joy you exuded. I will never have another margarita especially while sitting on the ceiling :) without making a toast to you and thinking of all the fun we all had. Love you!

Gary Charles Adler

January 20, 2016

With Love

Walt & Jane Wassmer

January 20, 2016

We offer our most sincere condolences. May God Bless.
Walt & Jane Wassmer
Conowingo, Maryland

Alice Burrell

January 20, 2016

My friend Darla. I will always cherish the wonderful times we had together at Gore. You were always so uplifting and happy. I thank God for the privilege to have worked with you. An angel on earth. I will be with you in Heaven one day. May God take care of your family. Love you.

Hester Wise

January 20, 2016

What a beautiful person, I will miss our friendship. Our life at Gore and beyond, she has put this earthy body down. Gone on to watch over her family and friends. We loved you and will miss you. We'll always hold you in our hearts.

Angie Phinney

January 20, 2016

I will truly miss Darla's love of life. She lit up a room whenever she entered, making everyone laugh and feel comfortable. God Speed Darla.

Gail Anderson

January 20, 2016

I'm blessed to have known you Darla...such a beautiful soul. May your family find comfort in the wonderful memories.

Betty Ulrich

January 20, 2016

She touched the lives of many
My dearest friend, I will have you with me always...until we meet again

John Shaw

January 20, 2016

I worked with Darla at Gore and she was always fun loving, laughing, and an absolute delight to work with and just share time with. She will be missed. My condolences to Darla's family.

Linda Mecke

January 20, 2016

May you rest in peace, Darla Dear. I sure do miss your smile and your southern accent. You always made me smile whenever I saw you. To you family, find peace knowing she is no longer in pain and always remember her kindness and laughter. As always, Darla, everything is "JUST DUCKY". Love you Lady...

Jeff Roberts

January 20, 2016

You will be missed, and I will cherish the memories I have from the last 20 years. Much love to the you Darla!

Kalli Webb

January 20, 2016

God Bless the Blake family through these difficult days. Thank you for staying with as long as you could, Darla. You made us all so much better for the love of knowing you. Rest in Peace, sweet comical Angel.

Kellie Roy

January 19, 2016

May you rest in peace Darla. You've taught me so many things during my time at Gore. Now working for a company making mammography detectors, I often find myself telling others how courageous & inspiring you are! I'm so thankful I was able to have met you, work with you for 9yrs & to have learned so much..not only about quality but about life! Heaven just got one very beautiful angel! You will never be forgotten!

Mieko Horton

January 19, 2016

Darla, Whatever you shared with us will be forever treasured!
Rest in Peace!

Phyllis LeCates/ WL Gore

January 19, 2016

Some where over the rainbow....Godspeed Darla. I will always remember your wonderful sense of humor, your southern accent that I've always adored and now when I see rainbows....

Jan Evans

January 19, 2016

My deepest sympathy to Darla's family and friends. She was a true ray of sunshine wherever she went. She will be sorely missed by everyone who knew her. May God welcome her to her forever home.

Nilza Reyes

January 19, 2016

May God rest your beautiful soul!
My condolences to the family.

Carol Wikson

January 19, 2016

I am one of the lucky ones that got to know Darla while working with her at W L Gore. She was a wonderful person and loved by many RIP my friend

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