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Blake Portis Obituary

PORTIS, Blake A., 62, of Chesterfield, Va., passed away on February 9, 2021. He is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Karen Portis; sons, Blake A. Portis Jr. and Brian S. Portis; grandchildren, Jalen, Blake and Kali Portis; great-grandson, Mason; three brothers and three sisters. Services will be private.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Feb. 14, 2021.

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Sandi

April 22, 2025

I went to school.with Blake he was really a nice guy.We had a brother in common .David .RIP friend

Lewis Garnett

February 8, 2025

Blake is included in my book Living EID
Rest in Peace Blake!!!

Randall R DeCastro

February 18, 2021

Karen and family, I would like to extend my deepest condolences for the loss of Blake. He was one of a kind. It was a privilege to have known as well as to work with him. Aloha my friend.

Lewis Garnett

February 16, 2021

I learned a lot from you Blake Portis, thanks again rest in peace!!!

Danny Poole

February 16, 2021

Blake was a man of integrity. He helped me in more ways to list. Every time I hear John Prine, I will think of my friend. Rest In Peace Blake.

Debbie Palicia and family

February 16, 2021

May each day bring you comfort as you remember all the many years you enjoyed. Many never live nor love as you have with your spouse.

Marie Lee Chenault

February 15, 2021

Hey Karen, so very sorry to hear this sad news. Please know I´m sending prayers and hugs your way.

Karen Gross Faulkner (Green)

February 15, 2021

Blake showed unexpected kindness to me during a difficult time in my life. I will always appreciate that kindness. I am sorry for your loss.

Debbie Baker Lowery

February 15, 2021

Prayers for All

Cathy Turner Baker

February 14, 2021

Karen I´m so sorry for your loss

Debbie Counterman Tolbert

February 14, 2021

My deepest prayers also to the Chancellor family for the loss of their brother, uncle, and cousin. Love and prayers

Debbie Counterman Tolbert

February 14, 2021

This makes me sad. I know we didn´t see each other much as adults but when we were little we were always hanging out . All of us. That´s what cousins do. I´m so glad I got to see you at work and talk to you,Karen and a few kids and grandkids. R. I.P. Blake. Karen and family I´m am so sorry for your loss

Julie S. Rowe

February 14, 2021

Karen, Andy, Brian and family...
All our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love and hugs from all of us during this difficult time.

Jerry and Evelyn Shelton

February 14, 2021

Karen and family, we extend our sympathy in your time of great sorrow.

Bonnie Toney

February 14, 2021

I love you Blake. You will be missed. Prayers to your family.

Debbie Heflin jaramillo

February 14, 2021

So very sorry to hear. Deepest condolences.

Peggy K Holt

February 14, 2021

Karen and family
Prayers for all of you. God needed another Angel.

The Staff of Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service

February 14, 2021

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