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R. Blair Blankley was born on April 11, 1949 and passed away on May 21, 2005. Blair was born in Albuquerque and was raised in Anthony, NM by his parents, Roy and Betty, who predeceased him. Blair graduated from Anthony Gadsden High School in 1967. He graduated from UNM with a degree in chemistry in 1971. After graduation Blair pursued his love of golf and was the summer assistant golf pro at Oakridge Country Club in Minnesota for eight years and, during the winter, worked as a farm accountant in Anthony. After completing an additional degree in accounting at UNM, he began his career in the medical supply business and was president of Med-Systems, Inc. Blair was a beloved and trusted friend to everyone he met. He was a cherished friend to Becky Moore and shared all of life's joys and sadness with her during their fifteen years together. Although not the biological father and grandpa, Blair was a true father and grandpa to Becky's daughter, Tori and granddaughter, Aspen. Blair is survived by his brother, Roy Lee Blankley; Roy's wife, Dodie; and his three nephews, Scott, Patrick, and Chris; and is also survived by his loving partner, Becky and her daughter, Tori and granddaughter, Aspen, who will miss him forever. A celebration of Blair's life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 27, 2005 at The Downs of Albuquerque - - - Let it Ride! There will be a wake at the home of Art Hayman at 1719 Avenida Alturas NE at 7:00 pm that same evening.
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