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Blake Long
BLAKE LONG
Marion
Blake Howard Long, 29, of Roslyn, Wash., passed away April 29, 2015.
Blake was born in Waterloo, Iowa, and raised in Marion. He graduated from high school in 2004, played football and was an honor student.
Blake worked in the food industry as a cook and as a lift operator at Snoqulmie Pass Ski Areas. Blake was a creative artist who loved reading and music. He enjoyed spending spare time at Lake Cle Elum camping and enjoying the sun.
Blake is survived by his mother, Regina J. Long; father, William V. Long; brother, Mitchell W. Long; sister-in-law; Darcy L. Batura; and nephew, Xyler K. Long.
A graveside service will take place 2 p.m. May 9 at Roslyn Memorial Gardens.
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