Blake S. Dummer

Blake attended Jefferson High School for two years of his education before joining and graduating from Rockford East High School in 1992. Blake went on to graduate and receive his Bachelor's Degree from Southern Illinois University in 1996. Shortly after graduation he found a career in Industrial Sales and Service. On May 12, 2007, Blake married the love of his life, Dawn McElyea. Since their wedding day, they have spent their lives supporting, growing and endlessly loving one another. He found great joy in baseball, cheering on his beloved Colorado Buffaloes and the Chicago Bears. He loved sharing the excitement of the game with others, whether watching a big game, talking sports, or simply enjoying the competition. Time on the water, boating, being outdoors and spending time with his many great friends brought him peace and happiness. Blake will be remembered for his strong work ethic and his generosity when it came to helping those who needed it. Above all, he was a devoted family man. His wife and daughter, Aida, were the center of his life, and he treasured every moment spent with them.

Blake is survived by his wife, Dawn Dummer; daughter, Aida Dummer; parents, Richard and Jody Dummer; mother-in-law, Jackie McElyea; siblings, Emily (Anthony) Bufka, Seth (Amy Merchant) Dummer, Hillary (Michael Vazquez) Dummer, and Noah Dummer; nieces, Sydney, Lily, and Olivia; nephews, Nevan, Finn, Mason, Isaiah, and Kyle. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Sheldon & Betty Johnson and Robert & Joy Dummer; father-in-law, Vestle R. McElyea.

A Memorial Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 10:00 am until the the time of the Memorial Service at 12:00 pm at Sunset Funeral Home (8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park, IL 61115).