BLAIR
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our mother, sister, mother-in-law, and grandma, Alma Elizabeth Blair on Sunday, April 7th, 2024, at the age of 84 years.
Alma was born in Moose Jaw, SK on June 30th, 1939. She grew up on the Peel family farm with her parents and two sisters, Margaret and Anne. She graduated from Sion (Vanier Collegiate) in 1957 and then set her eyes for Teachers College.
Alma’s first teaching job sent her to Indian Head, SK where she met a tall, dark-haired stranger that fell in love with her. On August 27th, 1960, Alma married Dennis Blair in the Knox United Church in Grayburn, SK. They then made Moose Jaw their home and raised their two daughters, Jacqueline in 1961 and Stephanie in 1970.
Alma taught in the public school system as a kindergarten teacher for 31 years at all the schools except Ross and Empire. She was very dedicated to her students, helping them excel and find their way. Still to this day we love hearing people talk of how wonderful she was to them as a kid.
A devoted wife and mother when her day at school was done, Alma put even more of who she was in her home for us. Going above and beyond to make sure that we were put on the path to also find our way to our dreams. Our home was filled with life, love and laughter.
Kind, compassionate, talented and creative, Alma used her heart and her hands to either build, crochet, quilt, stitch, or paint something of her own idea to make something for friends or family. As well, many hours were spent helping build or fix cars with Dennis.
When Alma retired and became a grandma, she filled her grandchildren’s minds with ideas, created adventures for them, and listened deeply when they were troubled. She was their biggest fan, never missing special events or anything they participated in, and stood proudly beside them with their accomplishments.
Alma was predeceased by her husband, Dennis; she leaves behind her two daughters, Jacqui (Dale) Wilson, granddaughter, Talissa, and Stephanie (Blair) Yuke, and grandchildren Devin and Cali (Eric); sisters, Margaret (Gene) Johnson and Anne Bull; many dear family and friends, old and new; and her very special friend, Darlene Cavan.
Our family would like to thank Dr. Maree and Dr. Ramadan for their compassion and care. As well to the many Home Care nurses who helped mom.
A Private Family Service will be held at a later date to honour Alma. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Alma’s name may be made to The Moose Jaw Humane Society, Box 1658 Station Main, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 7K7.
Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Cara Ashworth Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome.com