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BLAKE -- Curtis H. Blake passed away on August 20, 2007 at the age of 73. Curtis was a loving and respected husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was born on February 4, 1934 in Radford, VA to Mrs. Jessie Frazier. Curtis is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Clara; daughters, Deborah Blake, formally of Albuquerque now residing in Grand Prairie, TX and Denise and husband, Michael; the second love of his life, granddaughter, Michelle Armand of Los Angeles, CA; son, Anthony Blake and wife, Lynne; and grandson, Seth Tidwell, all of Albuquerque. Curtis served honorably in the United States Air Force. This opportunity took him and his family to several countries, which included England, Guam, Okinawa, Japan, as well as many different states. Curtis was a recipient of the Purple Heart during his duty in the Vietnam War and retired after 23 years of service. After retiring from the Air Force, he worked with and later retired from the United States Postal Service, where he met many long time friends. After his last retirement, he spent countless hours watching his much loved sports, especially the Miami Dolphins and the Atlanta Braves. Really, he enjoyed any sport with a score. He and his wife were avid bowlers and were members of the Post Office bowling league for years at the Leisure Bowl on Lomas. The family wishes to thank Danielle Pete and the staff at Vista Care Hospice. Pallbearers will be Ron Marquez, Kenny Madrid, Matt Ayers, Seth Tidwell, Ryan Tidwell, and Ryan Bumphrey. Services will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, August 24, 2007 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 7601 Wyoming NE, with burial to follow at 1:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Wed August 22, 2007