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Sean Yelton
July 25, 2025
remembering Blake and our love we shared of tribe called quest and aqua teen hunger force .
Kathy Watson
July 25, 2021
I was just sharing a story about you with my son a few days ago. I was reminiscing about a funny trip to the grocery store; you, me, and Kim. You skipping through the store proclaiming that you were Sunkist and Kim peeing herself laughing. Good times, indeed! I think of you often and will always remember our deep conversations. I can't believe it's been 12 years and I've grown so old now. You'll be forever young. Love and miss you, Blake
Kim Hutchison (Crane)
August 19, 2009
I am thinking of your family at this time. I will remember Blake as the great man that he was.
Leigh Congdon
August 10, 2009
I had just found out today that Blake was taking from us. I amso sorry to hear about this, he was such a sweet guys who loved to laugh. My prayers are with you through the time.
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Susan & Phillip Maybery
August 5, 2009
There are no comforting words at a time like this. We share the sorrow of the family and will keep everyone close in thought and prayers. May the dear Lord bless all of you at this difficult time. We will see you soon, Gretchen and Mel.
Jennifer Spencer
August 3, 2009
Gretchen, Mel, and Brock - I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Jennifer Faircloth Spencer
August 2, 2009
Mel, Gretchen and family, I have just learned of your loss today. I am so sorry. May the God hold you in his arms and give you peace. I have you in my prayers.
With love, Lora Hott
Cynthia Mostowy
August 2, 2009
Gretchen & Mel, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and to Blakes's family. May the Lords presence in your life help you through this tragic time.
God Bless.
Love Cynthia (lyons)Mostowy
sean yelton
August 2, 2009
So sorry to hear about this awful loss,I worked with blake for many years and can remember his jokes of our mutual boss,and rapping of a tribe called quest.. he knew all the lines and would spontaneously spit out a rap for my entertainment .Although we only surfed together once i was aware of his love for the ocean and croatan. His legacy will live forever and i Hope to never forget him and the times we spent together
Mark N Amanda
August 1, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about blake.I didnt get to meet much of his family but my prayers are with you.from my family to yours.
Dan Dill
July 31, 2009
I was heartbroken to hear this news of a person whom I hadn't seen in many years but still thought of often. He was one of the nicest people I have ever met and was completely without judgement or pretense. He was just a genuinely cool dude.

Blake & Blake Elizabeth
July 31, 2009
Kathy Watson
July 31, 2009
Allmond & Kappers Family,
I am so saddened to hear about Blake. My heart aches for him, your family, and little Blake. Blake was a great friend to our family and a wonderful person. We shared many laughs and tears and I will miss him very much. Blake was so funny! He always found a way to make the simplest of scenarios hilarious. I will miss his smile, his laughter, his compassion for all of those around him, and his love that he gave so openly. You will always be in my heart and on my mind, Blake! Thank you for being my friend. I love you.
Bonni Williams
July 31, 2009
Mel, Gretchen, & Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Blake. I know that this is a very hard time for you all right now. I pray for comfort for you all and peace and understanding will set in soon with God's grace, for he is our fortress and refuge in times of trouble. I love you, my sister in Christ. I will continue to lift you all up in prayer. I'm here for you whenever you need me.
Kimberly Winters
July 31, 2009
My deepest condolences and prayers go out to Blakes family, especially his daugther whom he loved and adored dearly! He was a beautiful person inside and out and I will always remember him for his radiant smile, loveable personality, his funny "run" he loved to do and his warm heart!! You are in my thoughts and prayers, Blake! Know that I love you as a dear, dear friend!
John Rodriguez-Hardy
July 31, 2009
Blakes Family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Blake was a great friend of mine and it saddens me that he has passed. He will always remain in my childhood memories.
July 31, 2009
Gretch,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family and friends at this difficult time....
Stephanie @ beachendo...
Cindy Anderson
July 31, 2009
Dear Gretchen & Mel, My heart is breaking for you both. I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers....Cindy Anderson
Rick & Marsha Underdown
July 31, 2009
Mel, Gretchen and Family, We were truely sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this time.
Love, Rick & Marsha Underdown
Parker & Mary McDaniel
July 31, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God's love comfort you. We love you.
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