Sara L "Reed" Blair's Obituary
Sara L. (Reed) Blair, 74, of Casey, IL passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, April 23, 2011 at Heartland Manor Nursing Center, Casey, IL. She was born April 13, 1937, in Terre Haute, IN, the daughter of James and Mabel (Flint) Reed. Survivors include her husband of fifty-five years, David E. Blair of Casey, IL; her three children, Jim (Tracey) Blair of Casey, IL; Elizabeth Blair of Peoria, IL; Tim (Paula) Blair of Casey, IL; six grandchildren, Matthew, Jesse, Brandon, Peyton, Austin, Audrey; two brothers, Charles Reed and Tom (Joan) Reed, all of Terre Haute, IN and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Sara graduated from Garfield High School in 1955 and married David on November 25th of that same year. She held numerous positions with various companies in the Terre Haute, IN area before becoming a full-time mother. Sara taught Sunday School from her teenage years until her later years, and took great joy in telling bible stories to many generations of children. She was a member of the Westside Church of Christ in Casey, IL. She also volunteered time to support youth in educational and social activities through tutoring programs and 4-H. Sara thoroughly enjoyed time with her family, especially with her grandchildren. She was fond of traveling with David to their favorite destinations; most notably any location that included an ocean view. Family and friends will take comfort in knowing that Sara is at peace in heaven for all eternity. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 29, 2011 at the Markwell Funeral Home, Casey, IL with Mr. Gale Towles officiating. Burial will follow in the Casey Cumberland Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday evening at the Markwell Funeral Home. Memorial donations and contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 6415 Castleway W. Drive, Suite 114, Indianapolis, IN 46250 or to a charitable organization of the donor's preference.Memorial tributes and condolences may be sent to the family at www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home of Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements. SERVICES Visitation Thursday, April 28, 2011 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Markwell Funeral Home 200 N Central Ave Casey, IL 62420 Service Friday, April 29, 2011 10:00 AM Markwell Funeral Home 200 N Central Ave Casey, IL 62420
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