Blair Macneil — HALIFAX

MACNEIL, W. Blair It’s with heavy hearts and great sadness that we, the family, announce the death of our dear husband, father, and grandfather, Blair MacNeil. W. Blair MacNeil was born 31 May 1947 in New Waterford N.S. to the late Aloysius “Wishie” MacNeil, and Frances “Francie” McNeil. The oldest of seven children, he was always very proud of his Cape Breton roots. A 25 year veteran of the Royal Canadian Armed Forces, he served his country at various military bases across Canada. Blair will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 45 years, Reina (Gagné) MacNeil; daughters, Ann (Richard Clow) MacNeil, Richmond PE, and Louise (George) Greeley, Sackville NS, and son, David (Crystal) MacNeil, Keller, Texas. He will be equally missed by his six wonderful grandchildren, each one of whom was the pride of his heart and the apple of his eye, Patrick, William AKA Billy (Amanda J), Amanda L (Josh), Garrett, Dawson, and Emilie. Also grieving are his siblings, Elaine (Clarence Hiltz) Lynda (Harold Williamson), Frank (Mary Campbell), Marilyn (Dino Rizzato), Joyce (Michael Heinekamp), and Billy (Lisa) along with many nieces and nephews. Blair will be missed and remembered by many friends. Predeceased by his father, Aloysius (Wishie) MacNeil; his mother, Frances (Francie) McNeil, and a brother-in-law, Brian Marsh. The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the staff at the QEII who took wonderful care of Blair during his long stay on the 8th floor. We would also like to thank everyone at Hospice Halifax. Your caring, kindness, and empathy helped to assure that his final weeks were pain-free, worry-free, and even enjoyable. We would also like to thank his family doctor, Dr. Woodbury, for her special rapport with Blair. In lieu of flowers, donations in Blair’s memory can be made to Hospice Halifax or to the Lung Association of Canada. In accordance with Blair’s wishes, there will be no visitation or service. Online condolences can be made by visiting tjtracey.com.