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Douglas BLAIR Obituary
Age 69, of Sugarcreek Twp., passed away on January 9, 2021. He was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Young and father, Ralph Blair. Survived by his wife of 51 years, Penny
(nee Gaines); daughter and son-in-law, Julia and Terry Hall and their children, Claire and Allie; son and daughter-in-law, Aaron and Beth Blair and their children, Douglas Hunter and
Alexandra; sisters, Judith Blair, Jonelle Shadowens, Joyce Nosker, and Jeri Mitchell. Also a host of nieces, nephews, friends, and co-workers. Doug worked at Dayton-Walther Corp, Dayton Supply and Tool Company, and later owned his own cutting tool business. He was a skilled carpenter, and very talented cabinet maker and woodworker. Due to the
current pandemic the family will be having private services for Doug. They kindly ask that donations be made to Hospice of Dayton. Care entrusted to Tobias Funeral Home, Far Hills Chapel. www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.
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Jonelle Blair Shadowens
January 30, 2021
If Doug did something--whatever--he did it well. That was his nature. Also, he and Penny were such very good, young parents and sharing responsibility for all parts of their household long before it was cool. Thanks, Doug, for being my baby brother.
Valerie Conley
January 19, 2021
Penny & Family, our hearts & prayers go out to you all. We pray that you are able to find peace in the many memories you have of brighter days, and that someday they may bring you more joy than tears. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Love, Val & Gregg Conley
Amy Cline
January 17, 2021
Penny and Family, we are so sorry to hear about Doug's passing. I will always remember the pride with which you would share his beautiful carpentry and finish work on end tables and your beautiful countertops. Please know we are praying for your peace. Mark and Amy Cline
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