William BLAIR

William ‘Grant’ Blair, aged 92, peacefully passed away on August 29, 2023, at Glendale Crossing Long Term Care. He will be forever remembered as the beloved husband of Margaret Blair for nearly 66 years until her passing in 2017. Grant was a loving father to Carolyn Wood, Beverley Yates, Judy Marinelli, and Gordon Blair, all of whom preceded him in death. His memory will be cherished by his grandchildren Kirstin Novak, Graeme Wood, Ken Yates, Karen Kipling, Sarah-Teresa Marinelli, and Louis and Daniel Marinelli. He was also a proud great-grandfather to Neveah and Myla Novak, Freddie Wood, and Lily Kipling. In addition to his immediate family, Grant will be fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews.

During his lifetime, Grant worked as a music teacher and church organist in Montreal, Stratford, and London. His passion for classical music, along with his love for dogs, steam engines, and cars, made him a unique and vibrant individual. He was known for his sense of humor and his interest in family history. Grant’s funeral service will be held on September 2 at Metropolitan United Church, followed by a private interment at Woodland Cemetery. The family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to The Canadian Cancer Society, The MS Society, or The Canadian Mental Health Association in Grant’s honor. The family expresses their sincerest gratitude to the caring staff of the Glanworth Neighbourhood at Glendale Crossing and to Grant’s nephew, Don Blair, for his unwavering care and support.

Grant Blair, affectionately known as William ‘Grant’ Blair, peacefully departed from this world on August 29, 2023, at the age of 92. His passing occurred at Glendale Crossing Long Term Care, where he was joyfully reunited with his departed loved ones while listening to Bach’s organ works. Grant was the beloved husband of Margaret Blair for nearly 66 years until her passing in 2017. He was a devoted father to Carolyn Wood, Beverley Yates, Judy Marinelli, and Gordon Blair, all of whom preceded him in death. Grant leaves behind a legacy of love and fond memories in the hearts of his grandchildren Kirstin Novak, Graeme Wood, Ken Yates, Karen Kipling, Sarah-Teresa Marinelli, and Louis and Daniel Marinelli. His great-grandchildren Neveah and Myla Novak, Freddie Wood, and Lily Kipling brought him immense joy. Grant will also be fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews.

Throughout his life, Grant dedicated himself to music education, serving as a music teacher and church organist in Montreal, Stratford, and London. His passion for classical music was evident, bringing delight to those around him. Grant had a wonderful sense of humor and a keen interest in family history. Additionally, he held a deep affection for dogs, steam engines, and cars. The funeral service to honor Grant’s life will take place at Metropolitan United Church, followed by a private interment at Woodland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to The Canadian Cancer Society, The MS Society, or The Canadian Mental Health Association. The family expresses their heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate staff of the Glanworth Neighbourhood at Glendale Crossing, as well as to Grant’s nephew, Don Blair, for his devoted care and unwavering support.

At the age of 92, William ‘Grant’ Blair peacefully passed away on August 29, 2023. He was surrounded by love and the comforting sounds of Bach’s organ works at Glendale Crossing Long Term Care. Grant had the pleasure of sharing almost 66 years of marriage with his beloved wife Margaret Blair, who passed away in 2017. Grant devotedly raised his children Carolyn Wood, Beverley Yates, Judy Marinelli, and Gordon Blair, all of whom left this world before him. He is remembered with great love by his grandchildren Kirstin Novak, Graeme Wood, Ken Yates, Karen Kipling, Sarah-Teresa Marinelli, as well as Louis and Daniel Marinelli. The joy of Grant’s life also included his great-grandchildren Neveah and Myla Novak, Freddie Wood, and Lily Kipling. Grant will forever hold a special place in the hearts of his nieces and nephews.

Grant exemplified his passion for music by working as a music teacher and church organist in Montreal, Stratford, and London for several years. His sense of humor and fascination with family history made him an endearing and cherished individual. Grant had an adoration for classical music and an affinity for dogs, steam engines, and cars. To honor Grant and celebrate his life, a funeral service will be held at Metropolitan United Church, followed by a private interment at Woodland Cemetery. Rather than sending flowers, the family kindly requests memorial contributions to The Canadian Cancer Society, The MS Society, or The Canadian Mental Health Association as a gesture of sympathy. The family expresses their sincere thanks to the compassionate staff of the Glanworth Neighbourhood at Glendale Crossing and Grant’s nephew, Don Blair, for his exceptional care and support. May Grant find eternal rest as our cherished “energizer bunny.”