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Sharon L. Blake, 78, of Lincoln, Mont. passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021 in her home, surrounded by her family, after fighting a courageous battle of cancer. She was born in San Francisco, California on Aug. 22, 1942 to Norman and Dena Bennett.

Sharon moved around to many states and finally settled in Lincoln with her late husband Carl Blake in 2006. She was an active member of the Lincoln Baptist Church and ran the local variety store in town. She enjoyed quilting, painting, baking, being in the outdoors, hunting and berry picking, and having the occasional cup of tea with her friends.

Sharon is survived by her three children, Gary Arambarri of Great Falls, Montana, Ron Arambarri of Lincoln, Montana, and Tonya Applegate of Amity, Oregon. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren, one great-great granddaughter and many nieces and nephews. She was proceeded in death by her husband Carl Blake, her stepfather Ed Elton and her mother Dena Elton.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Lincoln Baptist Church, 207 Sleepy Hollow Lane.