Mr. Blake is survived by his wife, Jill; his daughter, Caroline Blake; his three sisters, Barbara Ann Wass, Doris Lasher and Arlene O’Connor; his grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Mr. Blake’s career began with the Livingston Board of Education in 1976 before continuing his career at Morris Hills Regional, Bogota and Elmwood Park.

Visitation was held at the Doyle Funeral Home, Morristown, on Friday, March 3. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at Assumption Parish, Morristown, on March 4.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Seton Hall Prep, c/o Michael Gallo, 120 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052.