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Final Note: Franchot Martin Blake

franchot-blake-dad-drums-cropped
franchot-blake-dad-local-47-obituaryLife Member. Drum Set

1/23/1935 – 7/3/2016

by Ron Blake, son

Originally from Chicago, he moved out to L.A. to pursue his dream of being a
musician in the ’60s.

A drummer, and a lifelong member of the Local 47, he has played and recorded with numerous artists including Dave Brubeck.

His passion for music permeated everyone he knew including his children.
He is survived by his seven children and two sisters.