Blake Verpoten's obituary , Passed away on March 20, 2026 in Buffalo, New York
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Blake Verpoten

February 1, 1966 - March 20, 2026 (60 years old)

Buffalo, New York

Blake Verpoten's obituary , Passed away on March 20, 2026 in Buffalo, New York
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February 1, 1966 - March 20, 2026 (60 years old)

Buffalo, New York

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“In loving memory of Blake Verpoten, With deepest sympathies.”

April 2, 2026Kelly Longo (formerly Lombardo) lit a candleRead more

Blake Verpoten Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Blake Verpoten (Buffalo, New York), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Blake left this world on March 20, 2026 at the age of 60, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Jennifer Verpoten; his children, Quinn and Terra Verpoten; his parents, Sandra A. Verpoten and James H. Verpoten; his parents-in-law, Mario and Florence Candino; his siblings, Leslie Grace (Donald) and Mark Verpoten (Kim); and his siblings-in-law, Mario Candino (Tracy), Paul Candino (Missy), Mary-Jo Graner (Larry) and Chris Candino. He was also cherished by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Blake's memory to Dog Gone Trapping Pet Recovery or Friends of Allegany State Park.

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April 2, 2026

Kelly Longo (formerly Lombardo) lit a candle

“In loving memory of Blake Verpoten, With deepest sympathies.”

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March 27, 2026

Araceli Troncone wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Blake Verpoten, With deepest sympathies, I'm sending prayers. Blake will never be forgotten. He was the nicest and most helpful person I have ever met. Every time when we spoke at work, Blake talked so proudly about his family and dogs. Showing me pictures of his beautiful dogs like they were his babies. You will be missed Blake but not forgotten.”

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March 27, 2026

Kelly Shearing ; DOG GONE Trapping & Pet Recovery wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Blake Verpoten, I am profoundly sorry for your Loss , I never knew Blake ; but was able to meet Terra , Emily , Don and Jen through messages and the phone over the 20 days trying to get Ellie Home ❤️ I truly felt the love this family has for one another and my prayers continue for healing ❤️‍🩹 now with the untimely loss of Blake , may the wonderful memories help heal the empty spaces in your heart . With deepest sympathies. Kelly Shearing / DOG GONE Trapping & Pet Recovery”

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