Frederick Philip Blake

Frederick Philip Blake obituary, Cherry Valley, NY

Frederick Philip Blake

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1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Oriskany Falls Legion Post 569

115 Madison Street, Oriskany Falls, NY 13425

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Frederick Blake Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ottman Funeral Home - Cherry Valley on Sep. 15, 2025.

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Frederick P. Blake of Deansboro, NY passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025 at home.

Born in Cobleskill, NY on June 17, 1958 to Philip and Beverly (Pitt) Blake of Cherry Valley, NY, he lived a full life with family, friends, hobbies and a proud career at Colgate University.

Fred married Ann Cittadino on October 1, 2011 she survives him at home. He is also survived by sisters, Billie Giambrone of Rome, NY, Pamela Maine of Ilion, NY and Lorelyn Blake of Cherry Valley, NY. Also survived by stepdaughters Lisa Cittadino and her children, Rachel, Haley, Alexis and Hunter of Deansboro, NY and Carrie and Patrick Potter and their children, Courtney and Gracie of Clayville, NY and many nieces and nephews

He was pre deceased by his parents, grandparents, William and Margaret Pitt, grandparents, Willie and Vida Blake, daughter, Jamie Blake, son, William Blake, grandson, Carter Hartle and brothers, Philip Blake and Daniel Blake and many aunts and uncles.

A kind hearted man, Fred loved to lend a helping hand to family, friends and neighbors

Sincere gratitude to the professional staff and dignified care administered to Fred by Hospice. Please consider any donations to Hospice in Fred's memory

Please join us at a Celebration of Fred's Life on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 1 pm - 4 pm, at The American Legion, 115 Madison Street, Oriskany Falls, NY

A graveside service will be held in the Roseboom Cemetery at a future time and date, an announcement will be made once determined.

To send online condolences please visit www.ottmanfuneralhome.com

Arrangements are under the care of the Ottman Funeral Home, Cherry Valley, NY with cremation occurring at The Leatherstocking Crematory, Cherry Valley.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

18

Memorial service

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Oriskany Falls Legion Post 569

115 Madison Street, Oriskany Falls, NY 13425

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