Birth date: Sep 18, 1925 Death date: Jan 10, 2010
Memorial services for Helen Alexander Blair, 84, of Longview, will be held at 2 PM Thursday, January 14, 2010, at the First Baptist Church of Longview with Dr. Kenneth Hall officiating. Interment will be held prior to memorial ser Read Obituary
Helen taught me voice lessons for ten years. She introduced my mind and heart to the appreciation of music. What a wonderful person she was. She will most assuradely occupy a special place in Gods symphony. She will be missed!##imported-begin##Larry D. Shoemaker##imported-end##
Mrs. Blair taught me piano lessons. I can't remember how long I studied under her, but I do remember her beautiful smile. She always seemed so happy. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.##imported-begin##Jessica Roach Ferguson##imported-end##
Mrs. Blair was my piano teacher. I loved pulling up at her house. I loved walking into the front door and taking an immediate right hand turn. I still remember the side-by-side black grand pianos. I always wanted to play the one on the left. That was my treat for playing well. By the way...I rarely played on that left hand side piano...that should tell you something about my skill at the piano. :
No matter, Mrs. Blair was always kind to me. I know you will miss her dearly.
With kindness,
Elizabeth##imported-begin##Elizabeth McGuffin Swanson##imported-end##
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. Mrs. Blair was a very talented person...loved by many. I remember back years and years ago when she taught voice lessons to my daughter, Andrea. My husband, Larry, gave tennis lessons to Athena, Alex, and Chris...so we were acquainted through our children and also have lived a few blocks apart for the last 30 plus years. My prayer is for God to give all family members and friends peace during this difficult time. I can empathize having lost my Mother recently.##imported-begin##Johnna Hollis Lawrence##imported-end##
My prayers of condolences go with you Alex and Athena whom I remember as a child student of Helen's. My maiden name was Kay Thompson. I remember your father, too. She was a terrific music teacher and person! Much love to you all and your family...
Kay##imported-begin##Charlott Kay Ann Dale Thompson##imported-end##
Mrs. Blair was my piano teacher for 9 years. I remember many days of walking to piano lessons, sitting on her stairs, waiting for my lesson, and thinking to myself how she could have so many students day after day. I also remember how she left the Christmas lights up for extended periods of time. Mrs. Blair's passion for music was evident and she positively influenced my life. She will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences.##imported-begin##Libby Baughman Barr##imported-end##
Dear Chris, Athena and Alex,
I will always have the fondest of memories of Mrs. & Mr. Blair. They always welcomed me in their home when I came to see Chris and hang out after Tennis or before meeting our girlfriends etc. The Blair household was always a cherished respite from everyday life, a little piece of heaven.
I hope all the Blair family and their respective families are doing well and wish them the best.
Best Regards,
Kent Irvin##imported-begin##Kent Irvin##imported-end##
I'm so sorry for your loss and that I can't be at the funeral but I am sitting with my Dad in a Tyler hospital. Caring thoughts are with you today, expressing the sympathy words cannot say. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort, peace, and hope as God is present.##imported-begin##Charlotte Jackson##imported-end##
I enjoyed my years of piano lessons with Mrs. Blair. Getting ready for the Bach Festival at Kilgore College and her recitals at either the church or the Longview Community Center are great memories. I still remember her leaving up the Christmas tree until early February!!!! My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.##imported-begin##Melissa Chestnut Corp##imported-end##
I came to know and appreciate this special lady when my daughter, Ruthie, took piano and voice lessons from her for many years. Her positive influence lives on in all of those kids she taught. I appreciate her and am sorry for your loss. We loved Mrs. Blair.##imported-begin##Mary Meeks##imported-end##
