Donald Blair's Obituary
Donald Blair, 91, of Huntersville, NC, died on Sunday, November 12, 2023, at Rowan County Hospital in Salisbury NC, after a short illness.
Don was a native of New Hampshire and moved to North Carolina in 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents (James and Rose Blair) and his ten siblings.
A Navy veteran, Don served from November 1949, to May 1953. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Massachusetts and worked most of his career at Pine Tree Castings in Newport, NH. He enjoyed skiing, fishing, gardening, and watching the New England Patriots.
He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Phyllis Blair, and their children Donald Blair of Midvale, UT; Chris Blair (Ewa) of Moraga, CA; and Ellen McPherron (Michael) of Huntersville, NC; and five grandchildren, Ashley Blair, Matt Blair, Julia Blair, Chris McPherron and Corey McPherron.
Arrangements are in the care of James Funeral Home in Huntersville. Graveside services will be held at 9:00 am on December 1st at Salisbury National Cemetery, Salisbury, NC.
Online condolences may be made at www.jamesfuneralhomelkln.com.
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