OBITUARY
Thomas Blake
July 19, 1947 – July 19, 2020
IN THE CARE OF
Alexander Funeral Home-East Chapel
Tom Blake, 73, of Evansville, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2020. He was born on Saturday, July 19, 1947 in Henderson, Kentucky to the late Thomas and Nellie (Green) Blake.
He retired in 2013 from the Vanderburgh County Division of Family Resources where he had worked as a caseworker for 24 years. Tom also worked at Sterling Brewery for 15 years. He was a US Army Veteran. Tom enjoyed cooking, reading, and was an avid UK Basketball fan. He loved the Lord, and enjoyed attending church services at Christian Fellowship Church.
Tom is survived by his wife of 46 years, Barbara; son, Benjamin Blake (Vy); daughter, Erica Rumade (Nick); four grandchildren, Paige Horn, Eddie Blake, Kaitlyn Rumade; and Lucas Rumade; one great-grandson, Colten Horn; and many close friends and co-workers.
Funeral Services will be held at 12 noon on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at Alexander East Chapel with Rev. Cliff Herring officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park with military rites. Friends may visit on Wednesday from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Riley Hospital for Children, 30 South Meridian Street, Suite 200, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204.
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FAMILY
- Barbara A. (Meyer) Blake Wife
- Ben Blake (Vy Blake) Son
- Erica Rumade (Nick Rumade) Daughter
- Paige Horn Granddaughter
- Eddie Blake Grandson
- Kaitlyn Rumade Granddaughter
- Lucas Rumade Grandson
- Colten Horn Great Grandchild
- Thomas Edward Blake Father (deceased)
- Nellie (Green) Taylor Mother (deceased)
- Tom also leaves behind many close friends and co-workers to cherish his memory.
Past Services
Wednesday,
July 22, 2020
Visitation
Thursday,
July 23, 2020
Funeral Service
Thursday,
July 23, 2020
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