William Robert Blake

He was born September 23, 1960 in Keene, NH the son of Jeanette M (Bowen) and Donald C. Blake, Sr. He was a 1978 graduate of Monadnock Regional High School.

Bill was a very hard-working man who loved his family very much. He enjoyed spending time with his children, family and friends. He spent quite a lot of time with his companion, Jane and her family, especially her grandchildren, who lovingly called him “PopPop”. He had a great love for the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing and boating. He also enjoyed sports: stock-car racing and football were two of his favorites. Reading and music were also things which he enjoyed: Stephen King was one of his favorite authors.

He is survived by his wife: Ann M. Blake of Stoddard, NH, two sons: Zakery K. Blake of Swanzey, NH and Cameron R. Blake of Swanzey, NH, his step-daughter: Stephanie A Wixon of Chesterfield, NH, his grandson: Owen Hubner, his sister: Lynnda Doub and her husband Michael of Winston Salem, NC, two brothers: John A. Blake and his wife Mary of Fitzwilliam, NH and Alan W. Blake of Keene, NH, his sister-in-law: Anne Blake of Baldwinville, MA., and several nieces, nephews and extended family members. He is also survived by his loving companion: Jane Wyman of Swanzey, NH. He is predeceased by his parents and his brother: Donald C. Blake, Jr.

Family and friends are invited to call on the family Friday, May 23, 2014, from 6 to 8 pm at the Foley Funeral Home, 49 Court Street, Keene, NH. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Northeast Affiliate, Two Wall Street, Manchester, NH. 03101.