Stanley Arthur Blair Sr

June 28, 1941 - Jan. 13, 2012

Stanley Arthur Blair, Sr. passed away peacefully on Friday, January 13, 2012 at the age of 70. Born on June 28, 1941 in Williamstown, MA to Lloyd and Louisa Blair, Stan was preceded in death by both his parents. He grew up in the Northeast and graduated with a BA in Chemistry from Williams College. He married his high school sweetheart, Janet Lawrence Blair, on August 17, 1963. Stan received his MBA from Union College in Schenectady, NY. The couple lived in Pittsfield, MA, Hickory, NC and Mocksville, NC as they raised their three children, Beth, Jennifer and Stan Jr. Stan worked in Manufacturing Management for General Electric Co. and started several small businesses over the years. Stan and Janet retired to Lake Norman in Statesville where he enjoyed woodworking, remodeling their lake house, and captaining their pontoon boat. He loved spending time with his children, enjoying his granddaughters’ baking and watching his grandson play football. He will be remembered for his colorful commentary on life, his wry sense of humor, and his generosity. He leaves behind his wife of 48 years, Janet Lawrence Blair; his children, Elizabeth Blair Linthicum, Jennifer Blair Thompson and Stanley Arthur Blair, Jr.; his daughter in law, Angela Church Blair; and sons in law, Joseph Thompson and Anthony Linthicum. He was a proud grandfather to Charlotte and Elle Linthicum, Spencer Blair and Jana Thompson. Additionally, he is survived by his brother, Douglas Blair, Sr.; his sister, Cynthia (Cis) Blair Stocking; brother in law, David Stocking; Anna Tiffany; many nieces and nephews; and lifelong friends, Frank and Charli. Friends and family may call at the Troutman Funeral Home from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 17. A memorial service will immediately follow at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev. Stephen Vance officiating. A special thank you goes to the caring assistants and coordinators at Hospice and Palliative Care of Iredell County. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to Hospice care in your area.