Jimmie Dwayne Blair was born June 4, 1947 in Boise, Idaho to Ray F. and Mary Amelia Blair, the last of their eight children. He attended Roosevelt Elementary and East Junior High School in Boise. Even in his youth, he was known for his gregarious personality and recognized by his quick smile and boisterous laugh.
Jim was a gifted athlete who excelled in many sports. As a young boy, he was an accomplished little league pitcher. Umpires often asked him to slow down his pitches so other kids could hit the ball. Jim's competitive nature did not allow that to happen. By 14, Jim had thrown so many no hitters that professional scouts started to look at him. When he moved to Glenns Ferry in his sophomore year, Jim began to excel in other sports because the school did not have a baseball team. He lettered in football, basketball and track.
After graduating from Glenns Ferry High School in 1965, Jim attended the University of Idaho for one year where he was on the football team, playing both offense and defense. In 1967, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He was stationed in South Korea and Tacoma, Washington. After serving our country, he returned to the University of Idaho to finish his degree in Range Management. Jim remained a proud Vandal throughout his life.
Jim's early career included Western Farm Service Fertilizer and Chemical Company as a salesman and branch manager in Glenns Ferry. He also represented Russet Chemical in eastern Idaho. Jim took great pride in the fact his branch was always a top performer. In 1991, Jim followed his heart and passion for the outdoors and founded The Last Resort Outfitter – adventure and lodging services located on the banks of the Little Salmon River between Riggins and New Meadows, ID. His endeavors were a successful whitewater rafting, freshwater fishing, hunting and guide business. He touched many lives sharing his knowledge and providing priceless experiences and memories.
Jim was always proud of his family. He has three sons: Harrison David Blair (Shara) of Missoula, MT; Colby Blair of Idaho/Washington; and Casey Blair of Moscow, ID. He also has three grandchildren: Tyler (Crystal), Allen and Madalyn; and three great-grandchildren: Keiley, Braxton and Reagan.
An avid outdoorsman, he felt fortunate to have been born on the opening day of the Idaho fishing season and joked it led to the immense passion he had for fishing that began as a young child. Jim was an Idaho native and proud of it. He recently wrote: "Idaho is so diverse just within miles - from desert to granite peaks and everything in between. So much beauty to be seen… have I ever mentioned how much I love Idaho?" Jim actively worked to protect the land and passions he loved. He lobbied for the Salmon/Steelhead in Washington, DC and most recently participated in and volunteered at the Idahoans for Public Lands Rally.
Jim died on April 23, 2017 while on a friends & family rafting trip in the Grand Canyon. All who knew him find deep solace in knowing he passed doing what he loved most and living life to the fullest up to the end.
Jim is survived by his sons; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; former wife and mother of his children, Dee Blair; brother, Ray F. Blair (Sharon); sisters: Ramona Himerich, Margene Horne (Ned), MaryLu Bishop, and Olga Cook (Skip); a loving friend and companion, Bobbi Dodd; and many adoring nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Dennis Blair; and sister, Laura Lee Urwin.
Jim was a gifted athlete who excelled in many sports. As a young boy, he was an accomplished little league pitcher. Umpires often asked him to slow down his pitches so other kids could hit the ball. Jim's competitive nature did not allow that to happen. By 14, Jim had thrown so many no hitters that professional scouts started to look at him. When he moved to Glenns Ferry in his sophomore year, Jim began to excel in other sports because the school did not have a baseball team. He lettered in football, basketball and track.
After graduating from Glenns Ferry High School in 1965, Jim attended the University of Idaho for one year where he was on the football team, playing both offense and defense. In 1967, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He was stationed in South Korea and Tacoma, Washington. After serving our country, he returned to the University of Idaho to finish his degree in Range Management. Jim remained a proud Vandal throughout his life.
Jim's early career included Western Farm Service Fertilizer and Chemical Company as a salesman and branch manager in Glenns Ferry. He also represented Russet Chemical in eastern Idaho. Jim took great pride in the fact his branch was always a top performer. In 1991, Jim followed his heart and passion for the outdoors and founded The Last Resort Outfitter – adventure and lodging services located on the banks of the Little Salmon River between Riggins and New Meadows, ID. His endeavors were a successful whitewater rafting, freshwater fishing, hunting and guide business. He touched many lives sharing his knowledge and providing priceless experiences and memories.
Jim was always proud of his family. He has three sons: Harrison David Blair (Shara) of Missoula, MT; Colby Blair of Idaho/Washington; and Casey Blair of Moscow, ID. He also has three grandchildren: Tyler (Crystal), Allen and Madalyn; and three great-grandchildren: Keiley, Braxton and Reagan.
An avid outdoorsman, he felt fortunate to have been born on the opening day of the Idaho fishing season and joked it led to the immense passion he had for fishing that began as a young child. Jim was an Idaho native and proud of it. He recently wrote: "Idaho is so diverse just within miles - from desert to granite peaks and everything in between. So much beauty to be seen… have I ever mentioned how much I love Idaho?" Jim actively worked to protect the land and passions he loved. He lobbied for the Salmon/Steelhead in Washington, DC and most recently participated in and volunteered at the Idahoans for Public Lands Rally.
Jim died on April 23, 2017 while on a friends & family rafting trip in the Grand Canyon. All who knew him find deep solace in knowing he passed doing what he loved most and living life to the fullest up to the end.
Jim is survived by his sons; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; former wife and mother of his children, Dee Blair; brother, Ray F. Blair (Sharon); sisters: Ramona Himerich, Margene Horne (Ned), MaryLu Bishop, and Olga Cook (Skip); a loving friend and companion, Bobbi Dodd; and many adoring nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Dennis Blair; and sister, Laura Lee Urwin.
Jimmie Dwayne Blair was born June 4, 1947 in Boise, Idaho to Ray F. and Mary Amelia Blair, the last of their eight children. He attended Roosevelt Elementary and East Junior High School in Boise. Even in his youth, he was known for his gregarious personality and recognized by his quick smile and boisterous laugh.
Jim was a gifted athlete who excelled in many sports. As a young boy, he was an accomplished little league pitcher. Umpires often asked him to slow down his pitches so other kids could hit the ball. Jim's competitive nature did not allow that to happen. By 14, Jim had thrown so many no hitters that professional scouts started to look at him. When he moved to Glenns Ferry in his sophomore year, Jim began to excel in other sports because the school did not have a baseball team. He lettered in football, basketball and track.
After graduating from Glenns Ferry High School in 1965, Jim attended the University of Idaho for one year where he was on the football team, playing both offense and defense. In 1967, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He was stationed in South Korea and Tacoma, Washington. After serving our country, he returned to the University of Idaho to finish his degree in Range Management. Jim remained a proud Vandal throughout his life.
Jim's early career included Western Farm Service Fertilizer and Chemical Company as a salesman and branch manager in Glenns Ferry. He also represented Russet Chemical in eastern Idaho. Jim took great pride in the fact his branch was always a top performer. In 1991, Jim followed his heart and passion for the outdoors and founded The Last Resort Outfitter – adventure and lodging services located on the banks of the Little Salmon River between Riggins and New Meadows, ID. His endeavors were a successful whitewater rafting, freshwater fishing, hunting and guide business. He touched many lives sharing his knowledge and providing priceless experiences and memories.
Jim was always proud of his family. He has three sons: Harrison David Blair (Shara) of Missoula, MT; Colby Blair of Idaho/Washington; and Casey Blair of Moscow, ID. He also has three grandchildren: Tyler (Crystal), Allen and Madalyn; and three great-grandchildren: Keiley, Braxton and Reagan.
An avid outdoorsman, he felt fortunate to have been born on the opening day of the Idaho fishing season and joked it led to the immense passion he had for fishing that began as a young child. Jim was an Idaho native and proud of it. He recently wrote: "Idaho is so diverse just within miles - from desert to granite peaks and everything in between. So much beauty to be seen… have I ever mentioned how much I love Idaho?" Jim actively worked to protect the land and passions he loved. He lobbied for the Salmon/Steelhead in Washington, DC and most recently participated in and volunteered at the Idahoans for Public Lands Rally.
Jim died on April 23, 2017 while on a friends & family rafting trip in the Grand Canyon. All who knew him find deep solace in knowing he passed doing what he loved most and living life to the fullest up to the end.
Jim is survived by his sons; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; former wife and mother of his children, Dee Blair; brother, Ray F. Blair (Sharon); sisters: Ramona Himerich, Margene Horne (Ned), MaryLu Bishop, and Olga Cook (Skip); a loving friend and companion, Bobbi Dodd; and many adoring nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Dennis Blair; and sister, Laura Lee Urwin.
Jim was a gifted athlete who excelled in many sports. As a young boy, he was an accomplished little league pitcher. Umpires often asked him to slow down his pitches so other kids could hit the ball. Jim's competitive nature did not allow that to happen. By 14, Jim had thrown so many no hitters that professional scouts started to look at him. When he moved to Glenns Ferry in his sophomore year, Jim began to excel in other sports because the school did not have a baseball team. He lettered in football, basketball and track.
After graduating from Glenns Ferry High School in 1965, Jim attended the University of Idaho for one year where he was on the football team, playing both offense and defense. In 1967, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He was stationed in South Korea and Tacoma, Washington. After serving our country, he returned to the University of Idaho to finish his degree in Range Management. Jim remained a proud Vandal throughout his life.
Jim's early career included Western Farm Service Fertilizer and Chemical Company as a salesman and branch manager in Glenns Ferry. He also represented Russet Chemical in eastern Idaho. Jim took great pride in the fact his branch was always a top performer. In 1991, Jim followed his heart and passion for the outdoors and founded The Last Resort Outfitter – adventure and lodging services located on the banks of the Little Salmon River between Riggins and New Meadows, ID. His endeavors were a successful whitewater rafting, freshwater fishing, hunting and guide business. He touched many lives sharing his knowledge and providing priceless experiences and memories.
Jim was always proud of his family. He has three sons: Harrison David Blair (Shara) of Missoula, MT; Colby Blair of Idaho/Washington; and Casey Blair of Moscow, ID. He also has three grandchildren: Tyler (Crystal), Allen and Madalyn; and three great-grandchildren: Keiley, Braxton and Reagan.
An avid outdoorsman, he felt fortunate to have been born on the opening day of the Idaho fishing season and joked it led to the immense passion he had for fishing that began as a young child. Jim was an Idaho native and proud of it. He recently wrote: "Idaho is so diverse just within miles - from desert to granite peaks and everything in between. So much beauty to be seen… have I ever mentioned how much I love Idaho?" Jim actively worked to protect the land and passions he loved. He lobbied for the Salmon/Steelhead in Washington, DC and most recently participated in and volunteered at the Idahoans for Public Lands Rally.
Jim died on April 23, 2017 while on a friends & family rafting trip in the Grand Canyon. All who knew him find deep solace in knowing he passed doing what he loved most and living life to the fullest up to the end.
Jim is survived by his sons; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; former wife and mother of his children, Dee Blair; brother, Ray F. Blair (Sharon); sisters: Ramona Himerich, Margene Horne (Ned), MaryLu Bishop, and Olga Cook (Skip); a loving friend and companion, Bobbi Dodd; and many adoring nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Dennis Blair; and sister, Laura Lee Urwin.
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