Wanda L. Blake
February 10, 1936 — January 03, 2023
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Wanda Blake, 87, passed away January 3, 2024 at Arbor Springs in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Wanda was born February 10, 1936 to Claude and Marian (Plummer) Dilsaver in Ava, Missouri. She married Robert Blake in 1957 and from this union four children were born.
Family was very important to Wanda. She was a warm and loving wife and mother, caring for her husband and children. She was an active volunteer, spending countless hours at various events when called on. At Iowa Methodist Hospital, she acquired over 18,000 volunteer hours! She was a member of the Eastern Star and Sweet Adelines.
Left to mourn her loss are her son, Jerry Blake; daughters, Cathie (Odis) Evans and Sheryl (Dennis) Ryan; grandchildren, Jennifer Ryan, Blake Ryan, Heather (Jessica) Ray, Michael Ray and Michelle Ray; great-grandchildren, Jackson Ray, Riley Ray and Reagan Ray.
She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Blake, infant daughter, Karen Sue, and grandson, Daniel Ray.
Wanda will be laid to rest next to her husband and daughter at Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Condolences of sympathy may be expressed to the family at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Eileen Brown
01/31/2024
Wanda, you are already missed! I got to know her through her son Jerry. She was always very nice and thoughtful. It was really fun going out with Jerry and Wanda for lunches and shopping. In the summer, one of our favorite places was Joe's Crab Shack. Afterwords we would feed the ducks and geese and walk around the little lake at Jordon Creek. Jerry was a very dedicated son to his mom. He took great care of her for many years!!
Terri Mona
01/17/2024
I am heartbroken to hear of Wandas passing. She was a spicy little lady with a heart of gold. She will truly be missed. I styled her hair for many years and she rarely ever missed a week. Her son Jerry always made sure she got there in the later years when she couldnt drive any longer. My condolences to her family. I know you will all miss her 😞🙏🏼
kalindi
01/15/2024
Wanda Blake was always pleasant and warm. What a great loss her passing is . Jerry was such a wonderful son to her, and so devoted to her care. May she rest in peace.
John Burns
01/09/2024
I was so sorry to hear of Wanda's recent passing. I had the privilege of being Wanda's financial advisor for many years. I greatly enjoyed our meetings and always looked forward to our get-togethers. Though she started as a client, I truly saw her as a friend who was both generous and kind. I admired her devotion to the service of others through her volunteer work at Methodist. My condolences to her family and special acknowledgement to Jerry for his committed care to her.
Lea Anne
01/07/2024
Sheryl, Cathie & Jerry- I am so sorry for your loss. I know how much she truly loved you and cannot express my deep sadness. Please remember you are in our thoughts and prayers and Aunt Wanda is at peace and with Uncle Bob. She was a true classy lady. She will be missed by so many of us. From the Heart, Lea Anne
Jerry Blake
01/07/2024
Mom, You were a loving, wonderful, caring mother and a best friend. I will miss you more than you will ever know. I am in peace now knowing that you are with dad and your heavenly father. Love your son Jerry