Blake T. Temperly, 44, passed away on November 16, 2025. A private burial will be held at a later date. The Furlong Funeral Chapel in Galena, IL, is assisting the family. He was born on July 17, 1981, at Galena Stauss Hospital, the son of Gary and Kay (Reitz) Temperly. Blake attended Galena schools. He enjoyed cooking and earned his associate’s degree from Scottsdale Culinary Institute. Blake worked at various restaurants in Galena and Peoria, IL. He was an avid New York Mets and Las Vegas Raiders fan. Blake is survived by his mother, Kay (Richard Miller), two brothers, Brian (Rosa) of Seattle, WA, and Brett (Jessica) of Galena, and two nephews, Tyler and Travis; one aunt, Lynn (Lee) Foecking of Highland Beach, FL; and two uncles, Ron “Bomber” (Kay) Temperly of Hanover, IL, and Eric Einsweiler of Galena. He was preceded in death by his father, grandparents, and his aunts and uncles. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com
Blake T. Temperly
Our condolences to Kay and her family!
Very sorry to hear of Blake’s passing. Used to visit with him when he was a cook downtown. His struggles are over now. Heart felt condolences to his family and friends.
Kay, I am so sorry to hear of your son’s passing.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kay and Family, I’m so sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers. My deepest sympathy.
Ginger
Kay, Brett, and families, I am very sorry to hear about Blake’s passing. You have my sincere sympathy.
Kay and family
My heartfelt condolences for the loss of Blake.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
May he rest in peace.
Deanna Greene
Kay, I’m so sorry for the loss of your son Blake. May he rest in eternal. 💔💔
Oh Kay & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope he is at peace now. Sending you strength in these hard times, especially around the holidays.
Sincerest sympathy to you, Kay, and all of your family. May Blake Rest in Peace.
I’m very sorry for your loss. Blake was a friend of mine back in early 2000’s I pray he and your family can find peace now.
Kay, I am so very sorry to hear of Blake’s passing. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
I’m so sorry to hear about Blake. My heart goes out to you and your family, holding you all in my thoughts and prayers. Far too young.