Larry Blake Obituary

Larry James Blake DANIEL ISLAND - Larry James Blake was a loving husband, devoted son, proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was also a beloved brother, uncle, and friend to many. He passed away on November 8, 2022. He and his wife Melinda moved to Mount Pleasant 30 years ago but now reside on Daniel Island. Larry was born on August 24, 1943, in Culloden, West Virginia, to James Warren Blake and Frances Handley Blake Adams. He was the second born of their five children. Larry lived in Culloden until he graduated from Milton High School in 1961. Larry then attended Marshall University during which time he became a father to his three children who were the pride and joy of his life: Stephanie, Shellie, and Larry. He later graduated from Marshall University with a degree in business. Larry enjoyed a rewarding career in sales, real estate, and, towards the latter part of his career, owned a successful mortgage loan origination company. He was always active and loved playing tennis, golf, and basketball late into his life. He and his wife loved to travel and spent cherished time together at their mountain home in North Carolina. Larry was a masterful jokester, a gifted storyteller, and an avid Kentucky Wildcats fan. Most of all, Larry was dedicated to his family and would travel near and far to attend special events for his children, grandchildren, and extended family. Larry is survived by his beautiful wife of nearly 40 years, Melinda Stone Blake; his mother, Frances Handley Blake Adams; his children, Stephanie Blake Stanley (Chris), Shellie Blake Behling (Jimmy) and Larry James Blake II (Allison); his grandchildren, Meghan Stanley Wollman (Billy), Joshua Stanley (Carrie Grace); Hunter, Tanner and Jordan Behling; Lawson, Callie, Walker, and Macey Blake; his great-grandson, Brady Stanley; and his siblings, Nancy Blake Wahlke, Dale Blake (Sharon), Gail Blake Benford (Benny), and Jeff Blake (Donna); as well as many nieces, nephews and their families. Larry will be missed tremendously but his legacy will continue to live through the life and love of his family. A celebration of life service is scheduled for 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 26th, at Salty Oak Farm in McClellanville, SC. In lieu of flowers, please donate to St. Jude's at http://giftfunds.stjude.org/Larry_Blake. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston