Betsy D. Blake
08/19/1948 - 06/13/2015
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Obituary For Betsy D. Blake
Betsy D. (Drake) Blake, 66 of Hanson, died on June 13, 2015 at Brockton Hospital. She was born in Trenton, New Jersey, daughter of the late Charles and Ruth (Charter) Drake. Betsy was raised and educated in Hopewell, New Jersey, graduating from Princeton High School in 1966. Following High School, Betsy attended Curry College in Milton and graduated in 1970. Betsy was a former employee of Brockton Hospital and Cataldi's Restaurant in Hanson. She worked for many years as an Office Manager at Boston Mutual Life Insurance Co. before her retirement in 2008. Mrs. Blake enjoyed camping and skiing with family along with reading and Sudoku. She also enjoyed traveling. More than anything Betsy enjoyed spending time with her Grandchildren. Betsy was the beloved Wife of Richard Blake of Hanson. Mother of Alison B. Despinosa and her husband, Marcus of Raynham, and Whitney B. Crowley and her husband, Michael of Hanson. Sister of Nancy C. Mealey of Delaware. Grandmother of Caitlyn Crowley and Ryan Crowley of Hanson and Jake Despinosa, Cole Despinosa, and Tyler Despinosa of Raynham. Aunt of Rebecca Hair of N.H. The family welcomes friends and family to celebrate her life on Wednesday June 17, 2015 at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union Street Rockland from 5:00-8:00 PM. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday June 18, 2015 at The First Congregational Church of Hanson. Services will be followed by cremation. Donations may be made to The American Heart Association, 300 5th Ave. Waltham MA 01701, or to The Hanson Public Library, 132 Maquan St. Hanson MA 02341.
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05/25/2021
Jim Barrington
With deepest sympathy, I pray God will give you strength in this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
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05/25/2021
Sarah
May you all find peace, love and strength at this time. I have told Whitney that I would like her family to adopt me because I admire how close and supportive her family is! I know that you all have one another to turn to and that is something wonderful and comforting.
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05/25/2021
Jagoda Skakic-Galijasevic
I would like to express my sincere condolences to you and your family for your recent loss. Betsy will be remembered as an amazing person. Jagoda Skakic-Galijasevic Boston Mutual employee
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05/25/2021
Dr. Walt Sweeney
Dick, My sincere condolences at this time of sadness. Betsy was a lovely lady who will be missed by so many. I pray that your comfort will come in reflecting on the great love you shared in a life well lived. Sincerely, Walt Sweeney
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05/25/2021
Lucile Wilson
Our prayers are with the family. Betsy was a very nice co-worker, very pleasant to work with. A life worth living is a life worth remembering. Lucy Wilson, coworker/Boston Mutual.
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05/25/2021
Michelle Osborne Lopes
Mr. Blake, B, Whit and families, We are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was beautiful inside and out. So many wonderful childhood memories at the Blake house. Betsy always made everyone feel at home and loved. She will always hold a special place in my heart. Much love to all of you during this difficult time. You are in our constant thoughts and prayers.
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05/25/2021
Natalie McCarthy
my deepest condolences, Betsy was kind and beautiful soul, may she rest in peace, god bless her, we all love her dearly here at Boston Mutual.
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05/25/2021
Pat Thomas
Rick,Alison,Whitney, I have had the pleasure of cutting Mom's hair for at least the past 30 yrs. What a charming and sweet woman she was. Have enjoyed many great conversations about trips, work, and especially her grandchildren along with her two daughters. God works in strange ways and why he called for your Mon we will never know except he needed a angel with a beautiful smile. Ours prays are with you. Ron & Pat Thomas
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05/25/2021
Bob and Carol Ayre
Our prayers and condolences are with the Blake family during this very difficult time. May God give you strength during this very difficult time.
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05/25/2021
Bob and Sheila Shanahan
Betsy always represented the best of us. She was kind, caring and genuine. Betsy could find the good in any person or situation. I will fondly remember our cruise planning sessions together. When I would get sarcastic or off color she would say, "Oh, Bob!!" I will sorely miss her kind hearted admonition. I hope you can take some comfort in the fact that many people have beautiful memories of her.
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05/25/2021
Joyce Tolken
Dick, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your wonderful family. Betsy was a very special woman, the love of your life, and she will live in your heart forever.
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05/25/2021
Ned & Jeannie Costantino
Rick, Alison, Whitney and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your Betsy, wife and mother... a gentle lady with an uplifting, contagious smile, and a beautiful calmness we enjoyed when in her presence.
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05/25/2021
Joe O'Sullivan
Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss. Betty & Joe O'Sullivan
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05/25/2021
Ginny & Bob Sears
Dear Rick, Alison & Whitney We were saddened to hear of your loss. Betsy was such a sweet lady. Thoughts and prayers to you all in the coming days. With Sympathy & Love, Ginny & Bob Sears
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05/25/2021
Kathy & Al Hottelmann
Our deepest sympathy is with your family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Blake family. Kathy & Al Hottelmann (Cindy Lynch's Mother & Father)
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05/25/2021
Don & Kathy Bernier
Rick, wishing you strength, peace and fond memories of a life well lived. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Sincerely, Don & Kathy Bernier
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05/25/2021
Don & Terri Warner
Rick , Words cannot express what this loss must mean to you and the family. God must have a need for Angels to take Betsy so soon.
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05/25/2021
Melinda Barclay
Richard, I am deeply sorry for your sudden and devastating loss. I just heard of Betsy's passing over the weekend and feel so terrible for missing the services and/or not being of support to you, your children, and grandchildren. I know how much all of you meant to Betsy, you were all literally everything to her. She made that abundantly clear. She was truly one of a kind. I don't believe I have ever met a more genuine and uplifting soul. Her smile always lit up the room. I will miss her terribly. I cannot imagine the Historical Society wihtout her but I have faith that she will be there in spirit. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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05/25/2021
Eileen Moore Kudlacik
Dear Whitney and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of your mom, she was a lovely person. I hope you find peace and comfort in one another at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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05/25/2021
Frank Kenney
Rick, Alison, Whitney and families, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your loving and caring Wife, Mother and Grandmother. Betsy was a very special person, always so positive and interested in the welfare of others. She had such a great smile and love of life. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time,
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05/25/2021
Cheryl Gagliardi
My best friend from the moment we met in 1966. Rest in peace my dear Betsy.
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05/25/2021
Sheila & Bob Shanahan
Rick, Alison, Whitney, and Families, We are so very sorry for your heartache. Betsy will never be further than a thought away, watching out for you, and smiling down. You have so many wonderful memories of times together to cherish. May they bring you peace. Love, Sheila & Bob
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05/25/2021
Brian Zinck
Please know that thoughts and prayer's are with your family during this time. The Zinck Family (Brian, Cathy, Grace, Brendan, and Audrey)
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05/25/2021
Dave & Sandy Bouldry
Please accept our sincere sympathy at this sad time. The Bouldry Family
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05/25/2021
Janis Reed
To all the Blake family-My sincere condolences to all. Betsy, like myself, enjoyed being with her family and especially her grandchildren. She will be sadly missed but never forgotten.
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05/25/2021
Linda Kelley
Please accept my deepest condolences. Betsy will always be remembered as a kind, compassionate woman. It was my privilege to know and work with her at Boston Mutual.
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05/25/2021
Michelle Sullivan
Dick, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. She will be missed.
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05/25/2021
Kathleen Berry
So sorry to hear about Betsy. We worked together for several years at Boston Mutual, and were part of the official "lunch bunch". She will be missed!
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05/25/2021
Stephanie Coleman
Alison, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Stephanie Coleman- Tufts Medical Center
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05/25/2021
Cheryl Taylor
I was so saddened to hear of Betsy's passing. I worked with her at Boston Mutual and remember her as a very sweet, kind and friendly person. She never had a bad word to say about anyone and always had a smile on her face. Her family always was kept her smiling - she was so proud of all of you. I always enjoyed chatting with her. She was a lovely lady and will be missed by many. Her Boston Mutual family was truly blessed to have her as part of it. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.
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05/25/2021
Bruce R. Young
Dear Richard & Family, Marjie and I express our deepest sympathies on the passing of Betsy. May you be comforted by the love and closeness of family and friends during the difficult days ahead. We will always remember Betsy, her warmth and smile and her dedication to Hanson Historical Society. Sincerely, Bruce & Marjie Young
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05/25/2021
Frank Matthews
I'm very sorry Ricky to hear this terrible news. My prayers are with you.
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05/25/2021
Barbara Cedarfield
Dear Betsy's family, It is still so very difficult to comprehend the sudden passing of Betsy. I have only know her these past few years when she wintered on Nettles Island in Florida, and she was such a sweet and lovely "lady" to have known. My thoughts and prayers to all of you; you were Blessed to have had her for a wife, mother and grandmother. Peace Be With You, Barbara Cedarfield, Rockport,MA and Nettles Island
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