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Elena Blair Obituary

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Elena Duvergès Blair, Ph.D. passed away on March 23, 2016 at age 89. Beloved wife of the late George A. Blair, Ph.D. Loving Mother of Paul Blair and Michele (Jason) Hays. Proud grandmother of Scott Hays. Associate professor of philosophy emerita at Xavier University; Plato scholar and author; authority on philosophy of woman. Organizer for the 1955 Argentine Revolución Libertadora and for Catholic Action; personal secretary for president Eduardo Lonardi. Lover of classical music, ballet, and opera. Devoted parishioner at St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church. Visitation to be held Monday, Mar. 28 at 10am at St. Cecilia Church, with Mass of Christian Burial following at 11am. Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers: Ave Maria University, Ave Maria, Florida. On-line condolences www.clepperkelsch.com

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Published by The Cincinnati Enquirer on Mar. 27, 2016.

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Lynda Vernalia

May 8, 2016

I loved her laugh and her smile, conversing with her in Spanish, trips to the beach when we were kids and her brilliance. I admired her deeply and will miss her very much. Hugs and prayers always. xox Lynda Vernalia and family

Madeleine and Richard LaJeunesse

March 28, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

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Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Cecilia Church

OH 45209

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Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Cecilia Church

OH 45209

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