Michael Joe Blake, 62, of Elkton, MD, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023. Born in Richwood, WV, on March 19, 1961, he was the son of Wilber "Sonny" Johnson and Pat Blake.

Mr. Blake worked as a carpenter and enjoyed reading and riding his bike. He loved the outdoors, old toys, records, and collecting comic books.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his companion of 35 years, Mary Whitt; his children, Jamie Whitt, Crystal Sparks, and Steve Whitt; grandchildren, Erich VanDeBogart, Tyson Gibson, Daniel Gibson, Sarah Whitt, Madison Whitt, and Julia Whitt; siblings, Danny Charles and Michalle Rubio; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Michael was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Charles, and sister, Lisa Charles.

Funeral service will be held 11 AM, Friday, April 7, 2023, at Brush Arbor Gospel Ministries, 768 Blue Ball Road, Elkton, MD  21921 where visitation will begin at 10 AM. Interment will be in the Church of Christ Cemetery, Elkton.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hicks Home for Funerals, 103 W. Stockton Street, Elkton, MD  21921.