William Blake Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of William Blake of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, born in Ashland, Wisconsin, who passed away on April 17, 2023 at the age of 71. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Blake to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, William Blake and Patricia Blake (Cox); his stepmother Betty; and his brother Timothy. He is survived by : his children, Cory, Heidi, Will (Jenn), Mike and Elliott (Nicole); his grandchildren, Braelyn, Rylee, Willow, Colt, Maddie, Ellie and Gracie; his close friends, Nala and Gala; his brothers, Tom (Luanne) and Bob (Janet); and his former life partner Kathy. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

For those wishing to express their sympathy, in lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made in Bill's honor to any of the following: SPASH Athletic Program, "Oredocker Foundation" that supports co-curricular activities in the School District of Ashland (oredockerfoundation.org), or to the UND Bill Blake Football Scholarship Endowment (made out to "UND Foundation", 3801 University Avenue, Stop 8157, Grand Forks, ND 58202).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Shuda Funeral Services & Crematory

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April 19, 2023

Paul Barnes wrote a sympathy message

“Billy with his good friends at Southshore Brewery.”

“Hello Blake family - Billy was dear to all of us who knew him as a humble friend of great accomplishment; and a man who possessed deep affection for his loved ones ... whom he treasured. We miss him as part of a crew at Southshore Brewery who enjoyed many hours of laughter and camaraderie, and can only imagine your heartbreak in losing such a fine person. Blessings to you. And to Billy? Here's to life well lived; shared with many friends like us who will always remember. Peace, brother ...”