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ROSE MAY SIMPSON BLAIR
Date of Passing: Mar 17, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryROSE MAY SIMPSON BLAIR (nee BARRON) Passed away peacefully in North Bay, Ontario on Thursday, March 17, 2016, at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late John Crawford Blair. Cherished mother of John "Butch" (Lisa), of North Bay, Bruce (Vici), of Ottawa, Glenn (Seta), of Markham and Kathleen (Robert), of Oshawa. Proud grandmother to Leslie, David, Eric, Crawford, Pamela and Brendan, and great-grandmother to Kingsley. Sadly missed by her sister Mary (Don) and her sisters-in-law, Darlene and Sheena. Predeceased by her brothers, Bill, Bob, Alex and Jim, and her grandson John. Fondly remembered by Sheila (Blaine), in Nova Scotia. As per Rose's wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service and her ashes will be laid to rest with her father at Brookside Cemetery, Winnipeg. The family thanks the North East CCAC for their amazing support, Nipissing Manor for their devotion to Mom's well-being, and Murielle and Jane, whose care meant so much to us and Rose. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to MARTYN FUNERAL HOME. Rose helped many people and causes throughout her life. Consider marking her passing by donating to an organization near and dear to your heart. Online condolences can be left at www.martynfh.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 26, 2016
Condolences & Memories (1 entries)
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Rose and John Blair were good friends from the 60's. John was my Navigator on 101 fighters at North Bay (1962-64) and we always had a good time with them. Their house was always open and Rose made a mean EGG IN THE HOLE. Good times and Good memories. Miss the Both of You. Darryl and Julie Danner - Posted by: Darryl Danner (Old friend from the 60's and beyond) on: Mar 26, 2016