Francis K. Blake, Sr.

COLONIE – Francis K. Blake Sr., 70, of Colonie, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Albany and was the son of the late William and Florence Smith Blake. Frank served in the US Army from 1966-1968. He was employed with the New York State Senate in several capacities for over 30 years, most recently as Director of Special Events, retiring in 2009. Frank was the go to guy in his neighborhood, always quick to lend a hand. He was a longtime Boy Scout leader, and active with Youth in Government, NYS Senior Games and the Treasurer of the Empire State Law Enforcement Memorial Fund.  He was a long time Colonie Republican Party Committeeman.  Frank was a treasured support staff member of Cannon Funeral Home. His greatest role was as the cherished Papa to his eight grandchildren.

Frank is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Maria Cataldo Blake. He is the devoted father of Frank (Teri) Blake Jr., Angela (Michael) Bombard and Anthony (Heidi) Blake. He is the brother of William Blake and the late Barbara Blake. He is loving Papa to JJ Papielion, Cole Bombard, Marissa, Makayla, Frankie, Hailey, Olivia and Lainey Blake. He is the dear brother in law of Michael Cataldo.

Funeral services will be held on Monday morning at 11:00 at Cannon Funeral Home, 2020 Central Ave., Colonie. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Frank’s family on Sunday from 3:00 to 6:00 pm at the funeral home. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery. In lieu of flowers and at the request of the family, memorial contributions may be made to Empire State Law Enforcement Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home or Boy Scouts of America, Twin Rivers Council, 253 Washington Ave. Ext. Albany, NY 12205 in memory of Frank K. Blake. To leave a message of condolence for the family or to order flowers, visit www.CannonFuneral.com