Honeoye, NY: Robert E. Blair passed peacefully on January 11, 2021 at the Guthrie Corning Hospital at age 83. He was born on March 15, 1937 in Richmond, NY to the late Ellis and Alice Blair. He is survived by his wife Jean (Soback) Blair and children; Mark (Jennifer) Soback, Darlene Bateman, and Michael Deuel. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and many other loving family and friends including special niece Alice Mann.
Bob was a veteran who served in the US Army from 1957-1963, and was a life long resident of the Honeoye Community. Bob worked 40+ years as a working foreman for Connors Paving.
A graveside service will be held in the future at West Bloomfield Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Richmond Fire Department and Ambulance, PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY 14471. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Jeannie,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. You and Bob hold a special place in my heart. I’ve missed seeing him in town just cruising around once he retired. You both were there for me through some very tough times in my life and I will never forget the kindness and friendship you both showed me.
Truly,
Chris Grachus
R I P Bobby Blair—-few years ahead of me, but in my brothers class—legend in his time. Norm and Bob Thornton
Jeannie, you are in my heart and in my prayers.
Jean and family,
We are sorry for your loss and send our sincere condolences.
Kathy & Tom Fleig
I got to know Bob quite a few years ago while doing jobs for and with Connors Paving. Bob and I had a respect for each other and a very enjoyable working relationship. He had quite an entertaining sense of humor while at the same time working at a high level of professionalism. Most recently, (In the past 10 or so years), when I saw him at the park, I would always stop when I could and talk with him. When I didn’t, I felt bad that I didn’t have the time to do so. He was always the same jovial Bob each time. He would bust my balls or just talk about current events that affected us all. His gravelly voice will remain a legend in town. R.I.P. my friend. Craig