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James Kenneth Blake

1934 - 2013

James Kenneth Blake obituary, 1934-2013, Fort Worth, TX

BORN

1934

DIED

2013

James Blake Obituary

James Blake, 78, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2013, surrounded by his loved ones. Celebration of life: 1 p.m. Monday at Arborlawn United Methodist Church, 5001 Briarhaven Road, Fort Worth, 76109. Interment will be a private ceremony in DFW National Cemetery. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Military Warriors Support Foundation, 2511 N. Loop 1604, Suite 201, San Antonio, Texas 78258. Jim was born on July 24, 1934, in Iowa City, Iowa, to Kenneth and Gertrude Blake. He graduated from Columbia High in Richland, Wash., and attended the University of Washington. In 1956, he married the love of his life, Helen Geick. Jim had a 20-year career in the United States Air Force. After retiring from the Air Force, he worked as a builder and real estate broker in Abilene and Lake Brownwood. Jim enjoyed his family and friends, travel, fishing, camping and hunting. Survivors: His wife, Helen Blake; their five children, Cheri Whitten and husband, Charles, Mike Blake and wife, B.A., David Blake and wife, Melinda, James Blake and wife, Robyn, William Blake and wife, Kathleen; and 10 grandchildren, Boston, Jackson, Michelle, Travis, Matt, Beau, Olivia, Bridget, Elliott and Spenser.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Apr. 20, 2013.

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April 25, 2013

Helen and Kids, Please know you are in our prayers. We will all miss Jim. Love you, Gay & Carl Robinson (940-452-3699 --Cell Gay)

Kristy Robinson

April 22, 2013

Jim was an amazing man. The most important thing about him was that he loved his family deeply.

Marilyn De Vine

April 22, 2013

Thinking of Jim brings fond memories of our years at Richland (Col) High. I'm so happy to know he had a good and, I think, fulfilling life. My condolences to his family. Bless you, Jim...you were a great guy to know.
Marilyn De Vine '52

Helen Mowery

April 22, 2013

This is from another Helen who graduated with Jim. We never dated, but spent a lot of time hanging around together. Some great memories!!!

April 22, 2013

May God's loving words found at Ps. 72:12-13. Comfort your Family in this difficult time.
With Deep Sympathy

Bill Shaw

April 22, 2013

Jim was known in the Lake Brownwood area for his honesty and integrity, and will be remembered for this. When Jim told you something, you could rely on it. I am sad to learn of his passing.

Betty Bray

April 20, 2013

Helen and family,
Deepest condolences at the loss of this special, special guy! Always a smile, a hug and a wise word. He will never be truly gone as long as he loves in our hearts! Know my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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