Kurt A. Blakely Obituary
We announce the death of Kurt A. Blakely (Rochester, New York), who passed away on August 12, 2026, at the age of 81. Kurt will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Kurt A. Blakely to pay them a last tribute.
Kurt will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Kurt will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Kurt’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his wife Carol Blakely; and his son Richard Blakely. He is survived by: his daughter Sandra; his son-in-law Patrick Schneider; and his granddaughters, Ally (Jacob) and Carly (Aaron).
In lieu of flowers, friends may make donations to the Make a Wish Foundation at: https://wish.org. Consider a donation, as requested by the family.
