Blake James McDermott, age 15, died peacefully at home with family by his side on January 6th, 2023 after a courageous battle with Sanfillipo Syndrome.

Blake was all "BOY". He loved anything he could throw; football, baseball, basketball, you name it. Blake also enjoyed four-wheeler rides, being outside, ice cream, wearing his baseball cap, singing songs with his mom, throwing the ball with his dad, and spending time with his sister, Morgan, and all of his amazing caretakers that quickly became family. He had an infectious laugh and showed strength, resiliency, and utmost joy for life. His inspiration will live on within his family, friends, and the Sanfillipo Community.

Blake was born on February 13th, 2007 at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque, IA.

He is survived by his parents Mike and Jill McDermott, his grandparents, Leo and Janet Cook, Linus and Shirley McDermott, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his sister, Morgan, who recently passed after a courageous battle with Sanfillipo Syndrome, and his cousin, Ryder.

A mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Wednesday, January 11th at 11 a.m. Visitation will be held prior from 9 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the MPS Society, Make a Wish Foundation, or Camp Courageous.