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Donna Blake Obituary

Donna Blake, M.D., 67, died Tuesday, April 24, 2018. She was the beloved wife of Aaron Gordon; mother of Joshua Gordon-Blake and Jesse Gordon-Blake; and sister of John Blake (Cindy Blake). Donna was born in Pueblo, CO to Marvin and Lucille Blake. She attended 5 Universities graduating with a Physical Therapy degree, a Masters in Physiology, and an M.D. Throughout her life she lived in and loved Pueblo, CO, Boulder, CO, Chicago, IL, Madison, WI, Morgantown, WV, Denver CO, and Durango, CO. Donna worked at the VA Medical Center for 23 years, retiring as Chief of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Donna's curiosity and tenacity applied to each facet of her life, including academics, dance, walking, medicine, cooking, her deep love of Christmas and especially her family and friends. A celebration will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 28, at Denver Athletic Club, 1325 Glenarm Pl, Denver, CO 80204. There will be no viewing. Donna will be buried with Marvin and Lucille in Beulah, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (http://www.lls.org/)

Published by The Durango Herald on Apr. 26, 2018.
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Aaron and family, Paul and I send our deepest condolences. I just opened the link today and couldn't believe what we saw. Sending our love.

Paul and Shirley McGurr

May 8, 2018

Grieving the loss of our friend, Donna Jo Blake. I have danced with Donna Jo for six years. She supported me in so many ways over the years Truly an amazing woman.

I would love witness to my poem dedicated to her, this time we had, the community. Thank you.

I was curled in
an embryonic position.
I could barely move.
I remember it, vividly.
I arrived weak;
my body ached.
I lied there, alone.
Afraid.
Waiting
to dance
again.

The soft music
began to crescendo,
oh, so sweetly,
in the distance.
I peeked open
my eyes,
as the shadows
brushed against
the light.

In front of me,
were beautiful,
dancing
butterflies,
emerging
from their
cocoons.

And it was there
I found you...
kind, gentle
selfless.
You danced
around the edges
with grace.
Your spirit
echoed gratitude,
and joy illuminated
the space.
Your wings
were always
open.

It was then,
I began to move.

And we danced.
Danced and danced.
We were
suspended in
time,
it seemed.

We didn't imagine
you would have
to leave us so
soon.
Too soon.

Here again,
I lie
in fetal position,
tears
fall
down
my
cheek.

I feel your spirit.
I still hear the
sweet melody.
I know you
are dancing
around us.
I know you
are here
radiating
all of your
love.
I love you Donna Jo. Thank you for our dance.

Allison Gunnells

Friend

May 4, 2018

I knew Dr. Blake from the National Veterans Winter Sports Clinic. Working with her there was always one of the high points of my year. She was greatly love and will be greatly missed. Deepest sympathies for your loss.

April 30, 2018

Dr. Blake was a wonderful, thoughtful, hardworking, fighter for the people she cared for, and for the people she worked with at the VA. To the family and the caregivers who were fortunate enough to work with her, I send my deepest condolences. She is loved and missed.

Deb De May

April 30, 2018

Dr. Blake's kindness will always be remembered. She was a wonderful teacher when I most needed one.

April 29, 2018

Bill and were so sad to hear of Donna's passing. We have considered you both friends for so many years, and have many fond memories. Our sympathy to the entire family.

Nan Luby

April 28, 2018

My condolences to the family. May your hearts be filled with the wonderful memories of joyful times you shared together as you celebrate a life well lived and loved (Psalms 90:10)

April 28, 2018

Dale and I are saddened by Donna's passing. Our thoughts are with all of you this day. Dawne

April 28, 2018

Im so very sorry to hear of Donnas transition. Sending love. May her memory be for blessing.

Joyce Rosenfeld

Friend

April 27, 2018

I am very shocked and saddened to hear of Donna's passing. She was my first neighborhood friend, approximately 1956. So happy we had a chance to reunite in the past couple of years and had a few messages between us in that time. Sincere condolences to her family.

Patty Dalton

Neighbor

April 26, 2018

I knew Donna through dancing Nia, we did our White Belt training together last year. She was a beautiful human being. The joy she brought to the class was infectious, and we all loved her insights and discussions about all aspects of life. She talked freely about her love for her family and friends. I will miss her greatly. Sending healing prayers to your family.

Chris Coleman

Friend

April 26, 2018

I am so saddened to hear about Donna's passing. I worked with her in the capacity of CARF surveys and we became friends. She will be missed greatly!

Sue Christensen

April 26, 2018

It is with heartfelt sympathy that I offer my condolences to the family. May the Hearer of prayer give you strength and peace during this difficult time. (Psalms 29:11)

ashley

April 26, 2018

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Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Denver Athletic Club

1325 Glenarm Pl, Denver, CO

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