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Alexander Young Obituary
On May 23, 2021 Blair suddenly and unexpectedly but peacefully passed away at the cottage where he was the happiest, spending his days fishing surrounded by people that he loved. He leaves the love of his life with a broken heart but was able to fill it with love and memories every waking day.
Alexander Blair Young was the much loved husband of Danielle; stepfather of William Thomas and Jacqueline Thomas; fun loving Papa to Austin and Ariella; loving son of Bonnie and David Young of Morden, Manitoba; big brother to Sherri Young-Waterchief of Morden, Manitoba and Keith Young (Melanie) of The Pas, Manitoba; loving uncle to Ross, Erin, Landon, Alexa, Dylan, McKenzie, Quinn; great-uncle to Emmitt and Frankie; son-in-law of the late William and Joyce Boissoneau; brother-in-law of the late Diana Jamieson (Alan), Donna Kozak (late Tom), Denise Engelage (John), Darlene Siemers (Mike), Donald Boissoneau (Michelle), Dina Seabrook (Paul), late Danny Boissoneau (Doreen), Derinda Lannigan (Tom), and late Derrick Boissoneau (Joanne), and adored uncle of numerous nephews and nieces.
Blair grew up on a grain and livestock farm in Miami, Manitoba where he nurtured his love for animals and the outdoors. From his earliest days, he would be found adventuring with his Chesapeake Bay Retriever "Lady". As his love of the outdoors developed, he was a member of the Darlingford Boy Scouts, Miami 4H Beef Club, and Darlingford Archery Club. He was an avid archer and won more than one of the archery competitions on a touring circuit. As a teenager, he was given a pool table by his uncle Garry and then spent many hours refining his skill.
Blair's formal education started (K-12) in Miami and then continued on at the University of Brandon where he received a Bachelors of Science degree in Geology. After several years working in Geology, he left for Thunder Bay to manage the local Power Vac franchise that he soon made his own and successfully operated it for over 25 years.
Blair had a passion for fishing that directly put him on a path to meet the love of his life, Danielle. Danielle brought Austin and Ariella into Blair's life giving him the sense of purpose that he had been missing for so many years.
Many hours were spent on the lakes with his fishing buddies and family and friends no matter what the season. If you couldn't reach Blair, you could find him on a boat with a line in the water, or drilling ice holes with a huge smile on his face.
Blair's heart is as big as the man that he was.
Special thank you to Ted & Jan, Ken & Marge, Laurie & Ernie, and Alyssa, for their support and cherished friendships. Thanks also goes out to Upsala EMS and O.P.P. for their quick and kind response.
Donations in memory of Blair may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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Ron Moro
May 27, 2021
To Danielle : Very sorry to hear of Blairs passing . I always admired his calm and honest demeanour . He was a good Employer who always respected his workers . I met Blair in an asbestos containment facility after one of his workers forgot to turn off the shower valve and flooded the entire floor of the building during the night. He simply smiled , shrugged his shoulders and said " this will be a long day " .
May He Rest in Peace
Ron Moro
Marlo Pero
May 27, 2021
Our hearts go out to Danielle and the Family for the sudden loss of Blair.
Getting to know Blair these past few years at the lake were nice. Seeing him out fishing on the lake or the boat coming back. Then the question, what did you catch. He always had his limit. Nice size ones to. The smile on his face was all you was needed to see.
We will miss him at the lake.
Our next fishing trip Blair will be in our thoughts. Hope he helps me catch the big one.
Love Marlo, Ron and Alix
Marlo Pero
May 27, 2021
Sorry for your family to lose you to soon.
Getting to know you these past few years at the lake was nice. You were a quiet man, but always friendly with a smile.
Loved to see you coming back from fishing. Seeing what you caught. You always had your limit and nice size too.
Watching you filet them you had a big grin on your face.
We will miss seeing you next door and on the lake. Our next fishing trips on the lake will be thinking of you. Help me catch the big one.
Love Marlo, Ron and Alix
Jan and Ted
May 26, 2021
Blair, you were a kind and gentle man and a great friend. We are so lucky to have shared your passion for fishing with you for so long. Our years together at Lac fishing both summer and winter will always be remembered. Know that we will help take care of Danielle in any way we can. We will miss you immensely. Rest peacefully, our friend.......Love Jan and Ted
Brian clearwater
May 26, 2021
Never stayed in touch after grad.my loss.you were always fun to be around.will see you again my friend
Alysia & Jon Merryfield
May 26, 2021
Blair you left way too soon. Your huge heart and big smile will be dearly missed by all of us. Rest easy now and keep fishing my friend :)
Know that we got Gramma D and will keep her loved, supported and cherished.
till we meet again xoxoxo
Bruce and Brenda
May 26, 2021
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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