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Joseph Blake Obituary
June 20, 1968 - August 7, 2015
Raleigh
Joseph Eric Blake, 47, of Raleigh, NC passed away Friday, August 7, 2015 in UNC Hospital Chapel Hill NC. His funeral service will be 2 PM Monday, August 10, 2015 in South Albemarle Baptist Church with Rev. Danny Law and Rev. Jesse Dennis officiating. Burial will follow in Stanly Gardens of Memory. The family will receive friends at Stanly Funeral Home on Sunday evening from 6 until 8 PM.
Born June 20, 1968 in Stanly County, Joseph was the son of Joe and Evelyn Poplin Blake of Albemarle. He was educated at Albemarle High School, and then graduated from NC State University with a degree in Business Administration. He was the Director of Sales and Marketing at the Rizzo Conference Center in Chapel Hill, NC. He was a member of Benson Memorial Methodist Church in Raleigh. Joseph was also a graduate of Joyce Harwood's School of Piano.
In addition to his parents, Joseph is survived by his son Joseph Tyler Blake of Raleigh, NC. He also survived by a number of extended cousins who were very special to him.
The family requests that memorials be made to South Albemarle Baptist Church, 1005 S 2nd Street, Albemarle, NC 28001 or to Gideon's International, South Stanly Camp, P.O. Box 585, Albemarle, NC 28002.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Blake
Amy Green-Welsh
August 20, 2015
My sincerest condolences to Joe's family. Joe was so full of life, charisma and charm. He will be missed by so many people. May his bright spirit be remembered by all who knew and loved him.
Terry/Darlene Hinson
August 12, 2015
Joe & Evelyn we are so sorry for to hear about Joe. Haven't seen him in years but he was so such a sweet young man. Our thoughts & prayers are with you
Kaitlin
August 12, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. May the beautiful memories you shared with Joe be a source of comfort during this difficult time. The Bible can also provide relief, Phillipians 4:13 "For all things I have the strength through the one who gives me power." God can give us the strength to cope even with death.
Bev Stewart
August 12, 2015
Joe you will always be in my heart.
August 11, 2015
I have known and worked with Joe for the past 13 years -- he was absolutely wonderful! Always so attentive. I'll miss him and offer my sincere sympathy to his family. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Melissa Connelly
BASF
Terry Bemis
August 11, 2015
Joe was a big contributor at MPI-CC organization and he really lit up a room when he entered it. My prayers are with his family and his son.
Penney De Pas, CAE
August 11, 2015
I didn't know Joe well, but we were AENC colleagues and I have used the Rizzo Conference Center for one of my clients.
I remember him as cheerful and professional. Our community is sadden to lose him from amongst us.
Penney De Pas, CAE
FirstPoint Management Resources
Jullie Campbell
August 11, 2015
God rest your soul Joe. Seems like yesterday when we met but it was more than two decades ago. Missing you already. I know you will be watching over us all. Until we meet again. God Bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Susan Ballard
August 10, 2015
20+ years of close friendship as we grew up together in the hospitality world - I am blessed for having been given the opportunity to know you and love you. What a terrific friend you were to everyone. We will all miss your infectious smile and laughter. While we miss you on earth, Heaven is rejoicing. We will meet again. Love and miss you - Susan B.
Connie Nuckolls-Holliday
August 10, 2015
I just heard the sad news. Joe has been one of my all time favorite industry partners as we served together on the board of AENC. He was always so funny, and so very smart. He brought joy to many. He was so very proud of his son. The world just will not be the same without Joe. I only hope we meet again in heaven....
Louise Elleo
August 10, 2015
My dear Joe-who would have known when we spoke on Tuesday that you would be an angel now in Heaven. Keep a watch over us....until we meet again..rest in peace
Chris Harmelink
August 9, 2015
You will be missed my friend! Sorry to hear of your untimely passing, but will always remember your spirit and humor.
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