ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Candlelight glowed in Roanoke Friday evening to honor a member of the LGBTQ community in the days following his death.

Blake Sturm was known for entertaining crowds with his drag performances and creating a space of acceptance.

He was found dead Tuesday after being reported missing.

Friends and loved ones came together at the Vega Community Center for a candlelight vigil to find comfort and celebrate Sturm’s life.

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