Dale Joseph Blake, a 65-year-old Caucasian male, tragically passed away on October 8, 2019, in Humble, Texas. He was born on August 3, 1954, in Houston, Texas, and grew up in the Houston area. Blake was a dedicated professional, working as a Fire Chief and Emergency Response and Security Superintendent at Kaneka North America in Pasadena, Texas. He was also a Hazardous Materials Specialist with Channel Industries Mutual Aid and a volunteer member of the Atascocita Fire Department.
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the evening of his death, Dale Blake was shot multiple times inside his home at the 20000 block of Pinehurst Drive in Humble, Texas. The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m., and Dale was airlifted to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. The Harris County Sheriff's Office responded to a call reporting a "life in danger" situation, and upon arrival, they found Dale Blake suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
The investigation revealed that Dale Blake's girlfriend, Latonya Jones, a 30-year-old African American woman, was charged with his murder. Deputies found Jones outside a neighbor's house with a pistol hidden nearby. Jones claimed that Dale had shot himself, but the evidence suggested otherwise, leading to her arrest and subsequent murder charges. The motive behind the shooting has not been publicly disclosed.
The case garnered significant attention, and the legal proceedings against Latonya Jones continued as the community sought justice for Dale Blake's untimely death. The tragic incident left a void in the lives of those who knew and loved Dale Blake, including his family, friends, and colleagues.
Dale Blake's legacy lives on through his contributions to fire safety and hazardous materials management, as well as his passion for fishing, camping, cooking, and target shooting. His memory is honored by those who knew him and the community he served.
