Charles Blake Bentley, also lovingly known as; Blake, Blakey, Blakers, B-lock-A, King Charles, Boss Man, Supervisor and Elder Bentley returned to his heavenly home on Wednesday, October 23rd, after a short battle with pneumonia. His parents, Robert and Rebecca Bentley, his sister Rebecca Diane Bentley, and his niece, Jenna Lee preceded him in death.
Blake is survived by 7 siblings, many nephews and nieces and hundreds of friends who were given the opportunity to live and think more celestial as they were with him. He especially loved his co-workers from Higley Unified School District Transportation Department and his dear friends from SNAP (Special Needs Activity Program).
Blake LIVED BIG and LOVED BIG. He was most known for his infectious positive smile, his loud happy voice, and his thoughtful big hugs. He considered everyone a friend and if he was invited and wanted, he would go anywhere, try anything, and bring an added measure of happiness to the journey. He was quick to smile, quick to love, quick to forgive, and quick to testify of Jesus Christ.
Blake’s greatest love and joy was serving Jesus Christ. He served as service missionary when he was 21 years old and he was awaiting another service mission call upon his death. He told family, “I want to be remembered as one that sacrificed everything for Jesus Christ and for my family. I know that God lives! I know our Savior lives! I know them! I love them! “
– Viewing November 8th from 6pm-8pm at Bunkers Gilbert Memorial Park, 2100 E Queen Creek Road, Gilbert, AZ 85297
– Graveside service November 9th at 9:00am at The City of Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N Center St, Mesa, AZ, 95201
– Celebration of Life November 9th at 11:00am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints building, 21320 S Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, AZ
Service may be Live Streamed : https://bwevents.swoogo.com/wardbroadcast/live
In lieu of flowers, a donation to these programs serving special needs kids and their families would be appreciated ❤️
https://connect.clickandpledge.com/w/Form/ff40f2db-50ee-4c06-b5a5-5d4303c8fc75
If flowers are preferred, please deliver to Bunkers Gilbert Memorial Park on Nov 8th, OR The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints the morning of Nov 9th. (addresses above)
You will be so missed ♥️ I have in mind a special task that I hope is yours in Heaven. Big big thanks to you for being such a light!
Blake, I love you. I appreciate the joy you brought to me and hope you always laughed at my jokes. You made me feel like a million bucks. To the family left behind, I pray you will be comforted and find peace in his memory of joy.
I’m so thankful I was blessed to know Blake!❤️ He always made me feel special when I walked in a room where he was. I loved being greeted by his big hello and a hug. I will miss that. He had a contagious smile, a love for life and a love for people, especially his family. So thankful for Blake, who showed me the best way to live life.
Blake warmly welcomed me when I joined the SNAP program as an adult advisor. Your infectious smile, hugs and his ❤️ of our Savior, Jesus Christ was so apparent. Bless you, Blake, on your mission introducing individuals to Christ in the Spirit World. I ❤️ you and I miss you. Thanks for enriching my life.
We were very blessed to get to know and work with Blake at Mesa Schools. He was one of a kind. So bubbly and giving. Thank you Jesus for giving us the pleasure knowing him. Love you Blake
We truly love Blake Bentley. Never saw him without a huge smile. He just made everyone around happier to just be there. What a great guy. We will miss seeing him.
We are in Pinetop so thank you for sending the link to his memorial.
Our love to all of the Bentley family.
Mark and Cheryl Alder
Blake was such a joy to be around. He brought a consistent spirit of love to our ward that possibly no one could match. So grateful to have known him in this life! Thanks Blake for being such a loving Disciple of Jesus Christ!
We loved growing up on Glencove Circle with Blakey! He was always happy and such a helper. We all knew our way around each others’ kitchens and pantries and Blakey was right at home in ours. Saturday morning cartoons and cold cereal were a staple because Ali and Brigi woke up on Blakey’s time clock for the early ones. We will miss him but what a great example of running the good race and finishing his course! We love you Bentleys!