Mr. Wilbur Lee Blake, Sr., 87, of Wake County, passed away peacefully on
September 20, 2025. Born on August 19, 1938, in Raleigh, NC, Wilbur was a
son of the late Robert Lee Blake and Irma Morris Blake Prevette. He attended
Cary High School.

A proud veteran, Wilbur served in the United States Air Force at Bolling Air
Force Base. Following his military service, he enjoyed a career with First
Citizens Bank, from which he retired.
Wilbur was a devoted husband, loving father, and grandfather. His greatest joy
came from spending time with his family, whom he loved dearly.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Robert Blake and
Thomas Blake.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife, Ellen Blake; his
brother, William Blake; and his sisters, Patricia Sanders and Rebecca Rogers.
He is also survived by his children: Jacqueline Blake, Wilbur Blake, Jr.
(Brenda), John Blake (Shelly), and Jeff Blake (Angie); grandchildren: Paul Blake,
Justin Blake (Heather), Tiffany Griffin (Jason), Chelsea Jones, Ryan Blake
(Rebecca), Elizabeth Blake, and Hunter Blake; and seven great-grandchildren:
Oliver, Tallulah, Heidi, Shira, Aria, Carter, and Farrah.

Wilbur will be remembered for his faith, joy for life, gift of music, sense of
humor, and the kindness he showed to all who knew him. His life was a
blessing to many, and his memory will continue to inspire love and laughter in
the generations he leaves behind.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Samaritan's Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607