William Neil BLAIR

BLAIR, William (Bill) Neil - In loving memory of Bill, 81 years, who passed away Monday, December 10th, 2007 at the Sudbury Regional Hospital - St. Joseph's Health Centre. Bill was born in Hamilton, Ontario, on July 19th, 1926 and moved to Sudbury as a young man. He was a retired miner, having worked for both Inco and Falconbridge. He enjoyed camping, fishing reading and playing cards. Bill was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Onaping Branch 503. For the last few years, he was a resident of Finlandia Nursing Home. The family expresses their appreciation for the excellent care by the Finlandia staff and the Emergency Staff at St. Joseph's Health Centre. He was the beloved husband of Edith (Lahti) Blair, predeceased, and is survived by his daughter Karen (Marcel Gilbeau), and his step-son Henry Laamanen (Diane). Cherished grandfather of Greg Laamanen and Scott Laamanen (Sarah). Predeceased by his mother, Mabel, his father Albert (wife Myrtle) and brothers Robert and Albert. Survived by a niece and nephew in British Columbia. At Bill's request, there will be no visitation or service. Cremation will take place. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society or the Sudbury Finnish Rest Home Society would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the JACKSON AND BARNARD FUNERAL HOME. Donations and messages of condolence available online at www.lougheed.org. 10931270