Zachary Paul Blake

August 19, 1995 - June 2, 2020
Zachary Paul Blake

Zachary “Zack” Paul Blake age 24 a resident of 888 2nd Street Washington, NC died Tuesday, June 2, 2020.
A private Celebration of Life service will be held for the family Saturday June 6, 2020. The family ask that friends please visit www.josephpaulfdl.com to send their condolences.
Zack was born in Pitt County on August 19, 1995 the son of Herbert Andrew Blake, Jr and the late Phelicia Brooks Blake.
Zachary was a very smart, hardworking, and loving individual. He was loved by many; friends, family and teachers. Zack graduated from Washington High School in the summer of 2014. From there Zack went on to find his passion for boats. Working in the industry he took a lot of pride in the work he did and was very talented at building and repairing them. As a child, Zack loved the outdoors and all the activities that came with it. He enjoyed fishing and took many trips with his dad Herb and brother Brooks. Zack loved to make an entrance and took pride in being the brightest in the room. He lived his life to the fullest and when it came to doing something he was either extremely impassioned about it or wanted nothing to do with it. Zack and his witty personality will be missed.
He is survived by his father: Herbert Andrew Blake, Jr. of Aurora, Colorado; a brother: Brooks Andrew Blake and wife Grayson and her son Jackson of Winterville, NC; maternal grandmother: Jessie Brooks of Bath, NC; and paternal grandmother: Vicky Blake of Washington, NC. Zack was preceded in death by his mother: Phelicia Blake in 2016, grandmother: Cecelia Warrington, maternal grandfather: Dan Brooks and paternal grandfather: Andy Blake.
You may share a memory with the family by visiting www.josephpaulfdl.com.
Joseph B. Paul, Jr. Funeral Director Licensee of Washington is serving the Blake family.
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  • June 03, 2020
    Danny and Sherrie Swain says:
    Herb - We are so sorry to hear this. Please know you are all in our prayers.

  • June 04, 2020
    Pam Mault says:
    Mr. Herbert, Brooks, and family,
    I had the privilege of teaching Zach English I (freshman English) at Washington High School. Zach was the life of the party! He loved to announce his entrance to everybody in the classroom as he danced his way in each day while we shared our "in classroom joke" of his name --- "Zak Blak." If I ever got upset with him, Zach would flash that big smile, say "Love you, Ms. Mault!", squint his eyes, and pucker up! I never could stay upset with him for more than five seconds. Hold tight to your memories and don't forget to smile ... just like he would do. With much love ...

  • June 04, 2020
    Joan Campbell says:
    Praying for peace and comfort for all of you. I enjoyed getting to know Zack when he was in high school - he stopped by my office regularly just to say hello. He will be missed.

  • June 04, 2020
    Brandy Timpleton says:
    Iam so sorry this young man's life was cut short from its full potential .Zack touched my and my young son's life in the short time we knew him with his smile and charisma. His overall zest and zeal for life was clear to anyone who meet him. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten.

  • June 04, 2020
    Billie Sue Pinkham says:
    Zach you we're one of a kind bud. I miss you dearly and my heart goes out to his family and friends. I love ya Rip

  • June 05, 2020
    Gwen Raynor says:
    Jessie and family, I am so sorry for the loss Zach at such a young age. I never met him but felt I knew him from all the stories I heard from you. You and all your family are in my prayers. May God give you all comfort and peace in the coming days.

  • June 05, 2020
    Lexa McMicken says:
    Jessie, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I cannot imagine what a great loss you have suffered. I pray God will be with you throughout this difficult time in your life.

  • June 06, 2020
    Sheriff & Mrs. Alan Jordan says:
    Jessie & Family,
    Alan and I are saddened to learn about this. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

  • June 07, 2020
    Jennifer Beach says:
    It broke my heart when I heard the news of Zach's passing. He was always one of my favorite students . . . his smile was heart-warming and contagious; his love of life was larger than himself, and his ability to make others laugh just made WHS a better place during his time there. I pray for peace, comfort, and God's arms wrapped tightly around each of you. Know that Zach was loved by many.

  • June 08, 2020
    Kelly Deters says:
    Herb, Dave and I are so sorry for the pain and loss you are feeling! Please know we hold you close in our hearts, prayers and love!

    Kelly and David Deters Kinston, NC

  • June 17, 2020
    Zach Andrew says:
    He was my greatest friend. I will cherish him and the memories we had forever.

  • June 22, 2020
    Hunter Corey says:
    R.i.p brotha ! Enjoy your eternal life. Prayers to the family