Harry Richard Blake

Harry Richard Blake obituary, Little Rock, AR

Harry Richard Blake

Harry Blake Obituary

Visit the Arkansas Cremation website to view the full obituary.

Harry Richard Blake known as Richard was born on March 7, 1941 in Little Rock to Harry and Ruth Blake. He passed away peacefully at his home on February 26, 2026 at the age of 84. 

He had many accomplishments in his life. He moved to Stuttgart in 1976 and worked for Smith & Co Insurance as Vice President for 30 years. He retired in 2006 and moved back to Little Rock. He was an avid fisherman and golfer and was President of The Bass Club, Stuttgart Country Club, and the Rotary Club. He had many friends and never met a stranger and never forgot a name. 

Richard is survived by his loving wife Susan of 52 years, daughters Heather Sanders (Robby) of Stuttgart, Hollie Blake of Sherwood, and granddaughter Morgan Blake of Gravette. He is also survived by a sister Rebecca Patterson (Eudox) and nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by a brother Wayne and Marjorie Blake. 

Per Richard's request, there will be no services.

Arrangements by Arkansas Cremation, 10515 W Markham St, Suite B1, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205. If you would like to leave a message of condolence to the family, you may do so using the Guestbook section.

www.arkansascremation.com

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Arkansas Cremation

10515 W. Markham Suite B1, Little Rock, AR 72205

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