Blake RIP

Thinking of you
Petra

I am so sorry to hear this.

Its sadly ironic on the day of his passing the one thing we agreed on
exercise is published on the acs site. We have so many departed friends,
Blake the most recent, I like to think they are somehow pulling strings for us.

Hugs and tears,
Pete

Ps rest peacefully

I hardly knew you, but you will be missed by all. Prayers to those left behind.

Lydia

I think he knew more than he 'let on.' He probably didn't want to upset the community. When I started having all of the issues with my dad and all that hoola, Blake really stepped up for me and contacted me via PMs and was helping me with some suggestions.

And then when he saw I had overcome a few of the initial difficulties, he posted on my post so enthusiastic, with (!!!) even... I could feel Blake's excitement and happiness for me and not only that, he expressed his real-self, just a different side of him that I saw in those days right before he slipped...and it was something to behold - simply amazing.

It actually made tears well up in my eyes and I've had moments of profound sorrow as all of this has unfolded...unnerving really. Just as I was really beginning to forge a friendship with him...

And I think he really wanted to see my book published...for Kathy, but I think he would have peeked at a chapter or two "for debate" or possibly acknowledgement. He gigged me a couple of times about it in pure Blake Humor - I got a big kick out of that.

He was always very supportive to me and I will always remember him for that. He was well versed, educated, intelligent and smart, with a keen wit to go along with all of that. I also thought he wrote very well and I appreciated reading some of the things he wrote. They were good...the man had alot of talent.

I would have enjoyed sitting down with the man and exchanging pleasantries and then talking about any topic - I'm sure his conversation would be stimulating and have you walking away a little bit differently than when you arrived.

I'm sure he would have had that affect on anyone he met - one thing I know, even from a distance - he would have never been boring:)

Blake, I'm so sorry for everything but I appreciate your story and for getting the rare opportunity to meet you and come to understand the man that you were to all of us. Tell everyone of the semis' "HI" for all of us when you see them - and all of you rest easy - and we'll always "Keep the Light ON" for all of you, in case you send us a post or something:)

"Another one of our candles has been extinguished..."

This room has gotten a little bit dimmer as a result - and I for one, am having a hard time now seeing through the darkness.

My sincerest condolences to Blake's family during this difficult time - and sending a sense of peace and comfort for the difficult days that lie ahead. When one of us passes away - there's always a piece of each of us that goes with them.

And when my time comes, I'll say the same that I think Blake would if we were here...pick up the fallen flag and keep fighting - by doing this, we honor each of their memories - who they were - what they stood for - and what they represented to us.

They are fighters - but they were real people - may we never forget them.

"For when we hold someone very close to our hearts - they never truly persish - they stay alive in our memories - and in our dreams:)

Your friend, Blake

-Craig

Farewell,Ron.

Our hearts ache
Our tears fall
Yet, could you say I’d rather not have known him at all?

We each came looking for answers, encouragement and hope.
We each found all that and caring, friendship and support.
And yes, we have anger and despair when we lose a friend.

Our minds scream for a cure.
Our bodies say it is not yet here.
Our spirit says we will carry on, despite the loss of our friend.

As we soldier on, day by day
We will not hesitate to call someone new… friend.
Because it is in the memory of all who have fallen that we share what they have given.

Rest in Peace Blake

My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to Blake’s family. He was a great man with much compassion for others. His love for Kathy, his wonderful wife, was obvious through his many posts. He absolutely cherished her as his caregiver. He was simply, a wonderful man.

Miss you - Blake

Karen

I'll miss him. Loved reading his posts. My sympathy to his family and friends.

Kim

Dear Drummond, You and your family have our deepest condolences on the loss of your brother. He was a true treasure to this board, and we will sorely miss his spirited and caring posts.

With sympathy,

Rick and Cynthia

He posted on I think my very first post and I could tell that I would be able to learn a great deal from him. My heart goes out to his wife and family.

Drummond,
Please let your family know how sorry we are ...I appreciated all that Blake contributed to this board. He will be missed. I will be praying for you and your family. Prayers for your safe return to your family when your tour ends.
NB

I'm sorry to hear the bad news,he was a fighter,I will keep him in my prayers.

Blake gave me a lot of encouragement through my journey with chemo. He will be missed.

mike

and soul ache with this news. May we meet on the other side. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Blake I will miss you.
jp

My condolences to Blake's family. Thank you for sharing with your community.
Blake you will be missed. You gave so much to us. Rest in Peace my friend.

Aloha,
Kathleen

I haven't logged on in a while because I couldn't face this news and I knew it was coming.

I am so sad, and so sorry for his family and everyone here who also did not want to lose him.

K1

My condolences going out to his family. He will be missed

Tara

My deepest condolences to the family. I also appreciated his knowledge, humor, and honesty. He was someone I connected with because my mom also has dist lymph node mets. My thoughts go out to his family and those closest to him.

L

He will be missed. Ann