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Michael Russell Blake Click for Condolences      Printable Version
1978 - 2016

Michael Russell BlakeMichael Russell Blake, 37, of Huntington, WV, passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2016. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Sunday, August 14, 2016 at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville by Truman Maynard. Burial will be in Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Huntington. He was born November 17, 1978 in Huntington, WV, a son of Ronald Lee and Janice Kay Rowsey Blake. He graduated from Huntington High School where he excelled in football and baseball. Mike worked for Murphy Elevator Company and was a proud member of Local # 48 of the International Union of Elevator Constructors. He was preceded in death by one nephew, Derek Alan Jeffers. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his fiancee Jennifer Sarvas and her kids, Travis, Jayde, Gracey, and Cody; one sister, Debbie Blake Metzger (fiancé James Malloy); two brothers, Timothy Donald Blake and Christopher Lee Blake (Kristin Barnhart); aunts and uncles, Tom and Carla Rowsey, Dobbie and Arica Blake, Danny and Jodie Blake, Mike Blake, and Gary and Katie Hodges; nieces and nephews, Megan Nicole Spurlock (Justin), Amanda Dawn Blake, Robert Lee Blake, Mary Morgan Blake, Hannah Blake, Landon Blake, Jaidyn Hill, Haley Grace Jeffers, and Derek Alan Jeffers Jr.; a host of family and friends; and his dog, who was like his child, Carter Man. He will be greatly missed by many family and friends. Very special thanks to the staff at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville. Pallbearers will be Paul Barris, Keith Cotton, Dale Huffman, Scott Goff, J.T. Rowsey, and Davey Kinner. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.


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There are currently 15 condolences.


Amy Price
Monday August 15, 2016 at 4:14 PM

I am sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Mike off and on over the past few years. He always had a smile on his face and his spirits were always high. He will be greatly missed.
 
Paulburrus
pburrus@murphyelevator.com
Sunday August 14, 2016 at 5:35 PM

Like to express my condolences to Ron and Janice Blake and family, and Jen Sarvas and family. I don't even have to tell anyone that new Mike what a very special person that he was , and all ways will be.Their is know words that I know to express the pain and suffering that has been endured other than to say that Mikes pain suffering has ended, and with the Lord now, Mikes mother and father and Jen , cared for mike at all cost, and did whatever was needed to the very end, It was the most courageous battle. It is very easy for me to see after spending time with Ron and Janice, Blake why Mike became such u special person and why Mike has so many friends ,he is loved and will be missed, I can only pray now that the lord will comfort Mikes mom and dad Jen, family and friends, Paul Burrus
 
Greg and Linda Boyd
Sunday August 14, 2016 at 12:56 PM

We are so devastated to hear about Mikey...We just found out...Mike was so full of life. He was such a great athelete..He was so good to Scotty and meant a lot to him...This earth will miss his precence and loving kid...Our prayers go out to you Janice and Ron and the family...Will miss his smiling face...
 
JT Rowsey
Sunday August 14, 2016 at 11:30 AM

Mike...I really don't understand why I'm typing this right now, but I do trust Gods plan. You had the biggest heart of anyone I've ever met and you were the big brother I never had. I thank God for all the memories of our time here on earth and will never forget any of them. Thanks for everything until we see each other again. Tell Nernie hello for me and watch over us all, Godspeed!! RIP #32! Love you
 
Tobin and Angela Blake
Saturday August 13, 2016 at 9:20 PM

We are deeply sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
 
Alie C
Saturday August 13, 2016 at 1:01 PM

Prayers for family and friends alike. My God comfort you all.
 
Rick Butler
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Saturday August 13, 2016 at 11:10 AM

Although I did not know him personally, I know Joe Sarvas as an old high school friend, my heart and prayers are being lifted for the entire family and friends, friends hurt ...so do I.??????
 
Donald and Donna Shelatree
dshelatree@venustel.com
Saturday August 13, 2016 at 7:41 AM

"May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time."
 
Robbyn Sarvas
rsarv119@aol.com
Friday August 12, 2016 at 11:51 PM

Mike was a fantastic guy. He was such a sweetheart. He fit right in with our crazy family. Jenn and her children loved him and he was the best for them. I miss him so.much already.
 
Lafe Adkins
lafeadkins@yahoo.com
Friday August 12, 2016 at 11:45 PM

Mike was my best friend for a long time, someone I always looked up to. I'm so sorry for your lose, I can't even begin to image the pain you're feeling right now.Thank you Ron and Janicie for all you have done for me. If there's anything I can do let me know. Sincerely Justin Adkins
 
Chris Blake
Friday August 12, 2016 at 11:37 PM

Little brother, I wasn't supposed to be writing this. Not now. You had so much life left to live! I would've loved to see what your second chance would've done for you! I will never be the same without you here. The outpouring of love and sentiment for you the last couple days has only confirmed to me what a truly special person you are. I love you with all my heart baby brother, and will miss you until we meet again. Say hello to Granny for me, bubby!
 
Robbin R Reagan
Friday August 12, 2016 at 10:45 PM

RIP old buddy
 
Joe Sarvas
Friday August 12, 2016 at 9:01 PM

I'm so sorry for the families loss. Mike I'm gona miss you.
 
Ben Fuller
Friday August 12, 2016 at 6:37 PM

Mike was on the first football team I ever worked with when I started coaching at Huntington East. There were many guys on that team that I loved very much and Mike was no exception. Always smiling, always doing something silly...he brought a special brand of toughness to the program that you don't have on every team. He played hurt a lot and would laugh if he got "stuck" hard in a game. Mike was always a hard worker and pushed hard in the weight room and on the field. He was a great competitor and athlete. I ran into him about a year ago and even though we hadn't talked in years, it was like I'd just seen him yesterday. My Grandfather always thought the world of Mike and I know they are talking in heaven together now. I love you Mike Blake. You will be greatly missed by all of those whose life you touched. God Bless the Blake Family.
 
Tammy Smith
Friday August 12, 2016 at 3:57 PM

With my deepest sympathy for your loss. Mike was always such a pleasure to work with. He will be missed at Murphy Elevator. Sending Uplifting Prayers to Mikes Family & Friends, and extra belly rubs for Carter Man.
 







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