Thompson Blake
July 10, 1934 - August 14, 2009
Thompson G. Blake
Thompson G. Blake (Tom), age 75, passed away peacefully at the Utah State Veterans Nursing Home on August 14, 2009, surrounded by friends and family.
Tom was born on July 10, 1934 in San Francisco, CA the son of Seth and Esther Blake. Tom entered the armed services in 1952 and retired in 1971 from the US Navy after 20 years of service with the Seabees. His military career as a Drafting Engineer took him to all parts of the world including Vietnam during the TET Offensive.
After retiring from the Navy, he moved to Twin Falls, Idaho where he began his printing career. He relocated to Salt Lake City in 1976 and worked for Paragon Press and Sun Litho, retiring in 1996. He joined Willow Creek Country Club, and was a member for over 30 years. He also held memberships with the VFW, American Legion, Fleet Reserve and American Military Society. He was an avid golfer, bowler and fisherman.
Tom is survived by his wife of 33 years, Dahrl; children Steve, Melissa and Adam Blake; step-daughters Chalyce Corey, Laurinda Broadway and Cathy Couch; three grandchildren; sister-in-law Shirley Blake; and several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his brother Jim.
The family wishes to thank the Utah State Veterans Nursing Home for their loving care of Tom.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Alzheimers Association, www.alz.org
Friends may call upon the family at a wake on Wednesday, August 19th, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, SLC, Utah. Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, August 20th at 1:00 PM at the Utah Veterans Memorial Park, 17111 South Camp Williams Road, Bluffdale, Utah.
I lived, I laughed, I loved and I left….
In Loving Memory
Tom and I had some really good times. He will be missed . Sincerely, Ernie
ERNIE MIRABELLA
Magna, Ut
I will miss you Papa. You moulded me, conformed me, loved me bigger than all the planets... Love, Laurinda
Laurinda Broadway
Salt Lake City, Ut
Dahrl, We are so thankful to have spent time with the both of you over lunch last year while he was doing better... We loved his kind, gentle nature, his gift of gab that made everyone so comfortable in his presence...and that sweet smile that he shared so much! We love you..Becky and Doug
Doug & Becky Ross
nan, nan
August 16, 2009 Dahrl,Russ and I are so sorry to hear of Toms' passing. What a wonderful man, freind, all around good guy. We all had some great times together and personally enjoyed working with Tom. He was a very talented man and a great teacher not only at Sun Litho but on the golf course as well. I hope you and your family are at peace and know that Tom is in a better place now. Dahrl thanks for sharing such a special man with all of his friends. ~ Russ and JIll Iverson, West Jordan, Utah
Russ & Jill Iverson
West Jordan, Ut
May God rest his soul and take care of you, Dahrl.
Richard Lorey
Odessa,, Fl
Aunt Dahrl, We are so sorry for your loss of Tom. He was a wonderful man and all who knew him had to love him. We loved your surprize visits to Heber and all the stories that were shared. You are very lucky to have a man like him in your life. We will miss him. Gramma will be happy to see him! Love you, Art and Chris
Art and Chris Wilkesen
heber city, ut
Dahrl, so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. You are in our thoughts.
Marilyn and Joe Ulrich
St. Louis, MO
August 17, 2009 Dahrl, I was so saddened when I read of Tom's passing. But know that Tom can now be at peace and away from this terrible disease. I know it has been several difficult years for all of you seeing him going through this struggle. Dahrl now you take care of you. I will see you on Wednesday. Love you and may God be with you. Barbara Roberts ~ Barbara Roberts, Sandy, Utah
Barbara Roberts
Sandy, UT
Hey Dahrl--we ae thinking about you and send our most sincere condolences - God Bless
Jim and Joan Brawley
Twin Falls, Id
August 17, 2009 Dahrl, Seems like just yesterday we were racing the clock to get the latest Super Bowl poster scanned, typeset, printed and shipped (oh...and DELIVERED) before the game. We accomplished some amazing things together. Tom was much more than my print rep, he was my friend. with sad hearts and thoughts of you- Bryan and Robin ~ Bryan Robley, Gardnerville, Nevada
Bryan Robley
Garnerville, Nv
Dahrl, so sorry to hear you lost your beloved Tom. I have a lot of fun memories of when we were in grade school. Heard you weren't doing very well either, hope you are holding on. I went thru 6 years of cheno but, my body stood up to it and doikng o.k. for now. Sending a hug and love..Lorraine Molyneux
Lorraine Molyneux
Ki mberly, Id
How difficult it is to say goodbye to such a good and valued friend, but as a wise person once said, "there are worse things than death." We have so enjoyed the friendship and love over the years, and we will continue to have the memories of all the good times....The trips, the golf, the poker, the humor, but above all, the friendship. Tom was a very special man and if we had not known him, our lives would have been cheated. Remember Dahrl, that we love you and will be here for you. Love, Ron & Pat
Ron & Pat Fessenden
Midvale, UT
Dahrl, Chalyce and Family - What a wonderful treasure you had in Tom. I learned so much about him at his wake through pictures, (his distinguished military career, a true golfer and his obvious love for all of you). I am so happy that you had him for 33 years. I know your hearts are so very broken right now, but I hope you can find some measure of peace in knowing he is out of his pain. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sherryl
Sherryl Crichton
slc, Ut