William James 'Jim' Blake

Jim was born in Missoula, Mont., on April 30, 1935 to Leroy and Nellie Blake. He grew up in Missoula until he was 17. Then he shipped off with the U.S. Navy.

Jim retired from the Navy after 20 years of service, and was proud of his military career.

He is survived by his wife Tammy, who he loved very much.

He is also survived by five daughters: Bonnie, Sharon, Debbie, Cindy and Laurie, from an earlier marriage; and five stepchildren: Jim, Jami, Jason, Andrea and Jennifer. He has numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Jim is survived by several brothers and sisters: Bud, Jack, Tom, Suzie and Barb; and an uncle, Bert Fristo. Brothers Willie and Leroy are predeceased.

Jim was a Christian and accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior in 1966.

At his request, there will be no service.