Obituaries
Wendy A. Blake, 55, of Bridport

BRIDPORT — Wendy A. Blake 55, passed away June 16, 2022, at UVM Medical Center. She was born July 3, 1966, in Middlebury, Vt., the daughter of Stanley Sumner and Betty (Jackson). She graduated from Vergennes Union High School, class of 1984. On Sept. 20, 1987, she married Brian F. Blake in Salisbury, Vt.
Wendy worked several jobs in her lifetime. Most recent was at Helen Porter Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Wendy enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Her children blessed her with four amazing grandchildren that she loved dearly. She was the kind of woman who would help anyone if needed. Always showing up for her children even after she was diagnosed with stage four Cervical and Sarcoma Cancer. She enjoyed watching her son race at Devil’s Bowl Speedway in West Haven, Vt.
She is survived by her husband Brian F. Blake of Bridport, Vt.; by her daughter, Stacey Thomas and husband Andrew of Mount Holly, Vt.; her son, Brian J. Blake and girlfriend Jessica of Cornwall, Vt.; her siblings Rick Sumner, Joey Sumner, Debbie Gearwar and Jason Sumner; her four grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, July 16, 2022, from 2-6 p.m., at the VFW, located at 530 Exchange St,. Middlebury, Vt.
Arrangements under the direction of Sanderson-Ducharme Funeral Home. On-line condolences at www.sandersonfuneralservice.com.◊
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