James H. Blake, 70, of Quakertown died November 1, 2013 in St. Lukes University Hospital, Bethlehem. Born in Philadelphia he was the son of the late Warner & Tacy M. (Gaston) Blake. He retired in 2008 as a supervisor analyst in equity research for Credit Suisse. James was a train enthusiast and an active member of the Reading Co. Technical & Historical Society. He was also the founder of the Munchkin Railway. He is survived by four daughters Tacy Howell (Dylan), Bevyn Avery (Matt) both of California, Christina Blake of Oregon, and Catherine Blake of Quakertown. A sister Barbara Joan Blake of New Jersey. Four grandchildren Jordyn, Makena, Kalia, and Jacob. Services will be held at 6:30 P.M. on November 7, 2013 at the Reading Railroad Heritage Museum 500 S. Third St. Hamburg, PA. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Reading Company Technical & Historic Society 500 S. Third St. Hamburg, PA 19526 or online at www.readingrailroad.org/paypal.shtml. Please note on check In memory of James Blake to be used for the Munchkin Railway. Service Information Memorial Service Thursday November 7, 2013 6:30 PM Reading Railroad Heritage Museum 500 S. Third St. Hamburg, PA
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