Robert H. "Bob" Blake Obituary (1933

Robert (Bob) H. Blake of Windham, NH passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at The Residence at Freeman Lake in North Chelmsford, MA. Bob was born in Portsmouth, NH on June 19, 1933. After starting out in Portsmouth, he moved with his family to Danielson, CT, before arriving in Hoosick Falls, NY. Bob was the beloved son of the late Howard J. and Ruth F. (Jaquith) Blake. He was a devoted husband to the late Joanne (Schweitzer) Blake, with whom he shared 60 years of marriage. Robert is survived by his son, David J. (Michelle) Blake of Nashua, NH, and daughter, Diane B. Cushion (David) of Windham, NH. He was predeceased by his brother Richard A. Blake. After graduating from Hoosick Falls High School, Bob pursued his degree in Civil Engineering at Norwich University, graduating in 1955. He spent four years in the Army before being honorably discharged. During this time he spent one year on assignment in Iceland. After college and the military, Bob joined General Electric, where he would spend his entire career. Bob worked in the Syracuse, NY facility where he met and married Joanne. From there, the family would move to Summit Township, PA, Clifton Park, NY (outside Schenectady), and Oxford, CT (outside Bridgeport), before retiring back in Syracuse. Bob enjoyed golf, including his many years at Tuscarora Golf Club where he was fortunate enough to record two hole-in-ones in his career. He also enjoyed golf with his friends in NH. His other hobbies included skiing, which he continued into his eighties, gardening, birdwatching, and always time spent at the cottage fishing and enjoying family. He was deeply loved by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Those wishing may donate to the Katherine Luther Home in Clinton, NY and to Norwich University in Robert's memory. There will be no calling hours. A private Celebration of Life will be held by the family at a future date.