Dahrl Frances Blake
September 2, 1937 - July 7, 2021
Dahrl Frances Blake age 83 passed away July 7, 2021 after battling Alzheimer’s disease. She spent most of her early life in Twin Falls Idaho, making her permanent home in Salt Lake City again in 1976. She was born in Salt Lake on September 2, 1937, to Martha and Roy Grow.
She is survived by daughters, Cathy, Laurinda and Chalyce (Clark). Step children, Steve, Melissa and Adam. Grand daughters Alyx (Sam) and Dakota. Siblings, Derald (her best friend and twin brother) Betty, Ber, and Jo.
She was preceded in death by her sister Shirley Balis and by “the love of her life” Thompson Blake. Hers forever, His always
Dahrl was a successful business owner for 21 years, earning the award of “Female business owner of the year” for several years. Dahrl was respected in her industry (Printing/Pre-Press) that was predominantly men. She sponsored a lot of golf holes in tournaments.
She was an avid golfer, with other passions for water and snow skiing, bowling, knitting, art and gardening.
There wasn’t a person that didn’t fall in love with her the second they met her. She was sweet, intelligent, positive and funny.
She left us with a smile on her face and in her heart.
The family wishes to thank The Ridge and Bristol Hospice for their loving care of Dahrl.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Alzheimer’s Association.
Friends and family may call upon the family at a gathering on Monday, July 19, 2021 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, SLC, Utah.
A Graveside Service will be on Monday, July 19, 2021 at 1:00 pm at the Utah Veterans Memorial Park, 17111 South Camp Williams Road, Bluffdale, UT-where she will be reunited with “Tom”.
In Loving Memory
Chalyce, Clark and family, I remember the beautiful smile on your moms face while growing up. She was a kind soul and will be remembered with fondness. I wish your family peace during this time and to remember the many wonderful memories of mom, grandma, sister, aunt and friend. Love Always Marci
Marci Vlam Draper
Sandy, UT
Our wish for the family is to find peace and comfort in the coming months. Many people care for you all. Being "next door neighbors" with Dahrl, Tom and family for years in Twin Falls, we have only happy memories. One doesn't often get a chance to have a life-long friend like Dahrl. Her infectious laugh and easy going personality will stay with us forever. May God Bless, Gary and Sandy Hall
Gary and Sandy Hall
Boise, ID
What a fun loving human, fierce in her loves and friendship, so competetant in her craft. RIP.
Craig S Ogan
Salt Lake City, UT
Dahrl was one of the nicest people I ever worked with. I would stop into Blake Type every morning before heading into the office to pick up my typesetting. She was always able to make perfect work from my cryptic specs, tolerate my rush jobs, and make light of my goofs. We would laugh, gossip, and talk about our families. Truly a neat lady. RIP, my friend.
Scott Perry
Salt Lake City, Ut
I was so saddened when I found out about the passing of Dahrl. She was a good friend from our days at Gillham Advertising and beyond. She was so excited when I found out I was pregnant. She was so supportive and such a true light in my life. I will always cherish the darling Christmas ornament you gave me prior to my child's birth. We shared so many happy and not so happy events together. I will truly miss your smile and laugh, and your compassion for life itself. You will be missed my friend. Prayers to your three daughters, your grandchildren, other family and friends. She truly loved each of you. May God be with you all during this grieving.
Barbara J Roberts
Sandy, UT
My deep condolences to Dahrl's family. Dahrl's office door was across from mine at Gilliam Advertising and we shared ideas, jokes and even office politics often. I recall many company functions where she and Tom were always the "class" couple. I can't remember her without that trademark smile! The world needs more like her!
Gary Woodhouse
Layton, UT
I miss you mom. Life is so hard without you. I miss the daily time that was so special to us. You are an angel and I will see you again.
Laurinda Jo Broadway
SLC, UT