George Blake

George Eugene Blake aka (Bob Ford), 82 of Selbyville, peacefully fell asleep on Friday, March 8, 2013. Born on April 23, 1930, in Snow Hill, Maryland he was the son of the late John and Hermione Blake. He was educated in the public schools of Worcester County. In 1951, he was united in holy matrimony to Elaine H. Smith. Together with this union, they were blessed with five children. George was employed by the Fenwick Police Department as a patrol officer for over three decades before retiring in the late 1980’s. After retiring he worked ten years for Sussex County. Thereafter, he became an occasional painter for local businesses and the community. George received his early Christian education at Mt. Wesley United Methodist in Snow Hill, Maryland and later in 1997, rededicated his life and membership at the Dagsboro Church of God under the pastorate of Pastor Kim Tephabock. He was a faithful, dedicated worker and attendee until his health failed him. Some of his services did include; being the assistant to the Associate Pastor in Charge of the grounds, facilities and special events. When in better health, he attended almost every work project that was held on the grounds or building. He was also instrumental in supporting many special events including volunteering his time during Thanksgiving for Thousands (Thanksgiving feeding program) and Celebration of Our Nation (July 4th Celebration). George was known as and demonstrated a fatherly figure, and a great example of a loving, hard-working believer, who brought people together. George always had a sense of humor when engaging in conversation. In addition, to his sense of humor his favorite past times were spent riding his grass cutter, wrestling, listening to music, and sight-seeing. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Laverne Ann; three brothers: Graham, Windell and Wayne Blake. Surviving his memory is his wife of 62 years, Elaine Blake of Selbyville, DE; sons: Girland Smith and wife, Shelly of Frankford, DE; Orlanda Blake and wife, LaWanda of Salisbury, MD; Corneilous Blake and wife, Fayetta of Rehoboth, DE; and daughter Vanessa Blake of Glen Bernie, MD. (9) Grandchildren, (10) Great-grandchildren (2) Great-great grandchildren. (2)Siblings: Orlanda and Severn Blake both of Snow Hill, MD. (5) Sister-in-laws: Jerldeane, Mildred, Loretta, Grace and Martha, and a host of other relatives and friends.

George Blake

April 23, 1930 - March 8, 2013