Ronald L. Blair, 74, of Grain Valley, Missouri, passed away on January 9, 2021 at his home. Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13th in Sni Mills Cemetery, Oak Grove, MO. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions to the Sni Mills Cemetery Association through Royer Funeral Home or mail to 1812 Sunset Dr., Tarsney Lakes, Oak Grove MO 64075.
Ron was born on May 17, 1946 in Greenbriar, Arkansas, to Lloyd and Leoda “Birdie” Blair. He was the youngest son of ten children. His surviving siblings are Lula Mae Osborn of Lone Jack, MO, Forrest Blair of Blue Springs, MO, and Shirley Martinez of Independence, MO.
Ron was happily married for 45 years to his high school sweetheart, Nancy (Duggins) Blair who preceded him in death in 2010. Surviving him are his daughters, Michele (Jonathan) Davis of Cle Elum WA, and Lisa (Jeff) McLallen of Grain Valley, MO. He was blessed with 4 grandchildren, Heather Davis, Jonny Davis, Kirby McLallen, and Ethan McLallen. In his final years, he loved spending time with his 6 great-grandchildren “his babies.”
Ron loved the fast-paced restaurant business and was the general manager for the 707 Truck-Stop in Blue Springs, the Kearney Truck Plaza, and finally opened and managed Apple Trail in Grain Valley, MO. Over the years, he won many awards for his work and contributions to the community. His favorite pastime was fishing trips with his family, vacations to the mountains, and any time with his grandkids.
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO 816-690-4441
Trisha Pepper
13 Jan 2021Sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. We always enjoyed talking with him when visiting our mom at Country Oak Village. We would often find Ron and Pat sitting on the sofa watching TV together. Ron enjoyed sharing his poems with us as well. Such a sweet man that certainly is gone too young. Thinking of the family in this difficult time.
Michele Davis
15 Jan 2021Thank you Trisha. So very nice of you to say. He enjoyed his Country Oak family. Thank you for taking the time to listen to his poetry. Those kind gestures meant so much.
Kathy Blair Felkins
14 Jan 2021I am so sorry for your loss. My Dad was Bernard Blair, a first cousin to Ron. Prayers for you and your family.
Michele L Davis
15 Jan 2021Thank you for your kind words Kathy. I remember your parents. They came to Missouri, I believe when my Grandpa passed away and stayed at our house. Was your Mom’s name Glenna? I have very nice memories of how kind your parents were. So nice to hear from you.