Brian Blake

Tallmadge; Brian A. Blake age 31, passed away at Akron City Hospital on March 8, 2017 following a short illness. He was born August 18, 1985 in Canton, Ohio to Larry Blake and Linda (Lanham) Blake. Brian was employed as a general manager at O'Reilly Auto Parts in Kent, Ohio. He loved golf, baseball, family, especially his children. He was an avid gun collector and a member of NRA. He was dedicated to work and treated his employees like family. Besides his parents he is survived by his sons; Camden, Davin, Damien, and Brennen Blake, and Chase Rosenbaum. all of Tallmadge. Brother; Allen (Abbey) Blake of Sebring. Grandparents; Bob and Jean Blake and Mary Lanham of Alliance. Several aunts, uncles, and cousins. His soul mate Shannon Bowman. A funeral service will be held Saturday, March 18, 2017 at 4 p.m. at Dean's Funeral Home with Pastor Ron Lanham officiating. Friends may pay their respects at the funeral home Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m. Arrangements by Dean's funeral Home, Sebring. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the family