Donald James Blaser
April 25, 1928 ~ June 20, 2016
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Donald James Blaser, 88, died Monday, June 20, 2016, at Pisgah Manor Health Care Center.
Mr. Blaser was born in Tiffin, Ohio, and was a son of the late Herman Joseph and Loretta Bauer Blaser. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Kathleen Durrence, a brother, Eugene Blaser, and a grandson, Chris McConnell.
He was a graduate of the Wharton School of Finance (University of Pennsylvania). He and Mrs. Blaser lived in Winter Haven, FL for a number of years where he owned Florida Office Supply and where he was active at St. Joseph Catholic Church. He was a charter and active member of St. Vincent dePaul Society at the church.
In Asheville, he was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mary Theresa (Terrie) Blaser; daughter, Ann Schamp; sons, Stephen Blaser (Michelle), Michael Blaser (Valerie), Robert Blaser, James Blaser (Linda) and John Blaser (Marnie); sister, Janet Sirois ; brother, the Rev. Fr, John Blaser; twelve grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life Mass will be con-celebrated by the Rev. Frs. Dean Cesa and John Blaser on Friday, July 1, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. A reception will immediately follow in the fellowship hall.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 768 Asbury Road, Candler, NC 28715, or to the St. Vincent dePaul Society, in care of St. Joan of Arc Church.
The family expresses their sincere appreciation to the staff of Pisgah Manor HCC and CarePartners Hospice for the loving personal care they provided for Mr. Blaser.
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The Knights of Council 15265 are very sorry for your loss. And, we have lost a brother and charter member of our council. Please contact us if we can be on any assistance.
So very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Mrs. Blaser, Ann, Mike & Family,
Bob and I are keeping y’all in our prayers as you suffer the heartache of the passing of your husband, father and grandfather. Mr and Mrs. Blaser gave such a strong witness of a Christian example of how to love their spouse for a lifetime and raised such loving and Christ centered children. God bless these precious ones as they prepare for the Celebration of his life as they plan the funeral service for such a fine man
Mrs. Blaser and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss of your husband and Father. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our Heartfelt Sympathy.
My heart is sad for the loss of your husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle…my prayers will be with all of you during this difficult time. May he rest in peace – Eternal rest grant unto him, O, Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.
Dearest Blaiser family,
Our hearts are heavy and aching with yours. The Blaser family is a beautiful example of Christian family and hopefully there is peace and joy in that accomplishment. The Lord is saying, ‘Well done my good and faithful servant!’
Lovelovelove,
The Christopher DeWitt family
Chris,Pattie,Cody,Eileen,Kel,Jenn,Carly,Matt,and Betty
Mrs Blaster, Ann and Family, I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
I extend my sympathy to you. I know that you will miss him, but I also know that he will never have to suffer again. He is with the Lord. I have and will continue to pray for all.
Ann, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time . Sending love your way .
MY THOUGHTS & PRAYERS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN FOR DON, NOW THEY WILL BE FOR THERESA & THE FAMILY…..GODS LOVE & BLESSINGS ON EVERYONE……………’BELOVED SISTER-IN-LAW, AUNT’BE
Ann, although years separate our friendships, my thoughts are with you during this hard time of loosing your father. Life tries to prepare us in loosing our parents but when it happens, it still regardless of time and reason, strikes us to our core. I wish you and your family peace in knowing that he is in peace. My thoughts and sorrow to all.
Oh Ann I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you and my heart is heavy. I really did not know your father but, I know you well, so I am sure he was a man of great integrity, compassion and strength! May he rest peacefully in the Arms of the Angels and continue to sprinkle your world with his undying love. You were a pillar of strength for your father and I am sure he was soooooo proud of his Annie. I love you my friend be well Patti f.
Terrie and Family,
So sorry to see that Don has passed away. What a joy he was to talk to and get to know during the time I did Terrie’s hair. I know he will be greatly missed.
will certainly be keeping you in my prayers.
My memories of my ‘Uncle Don’ are of a happy, loving, generous family man. I am certain he influenced many during his long life. That is his legacy. A celebration of his life is very fitting! Thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Mrs. Blaser, When I saw Mr. Blaser passed, a warm part in my heart was touched remembering the kindness you both gave to our area before moving to Asheville. I sold Mr. and Mrs. Blaser their home in Whittier, and sold it for them when they moved to Asheville. The Blasers would stop by our office, Varner Real Estate, to visit when in Bryson City to work at the community food pantry, and we came to know their selflessness. I think Swain County was richer for their being here, and hope they both had fond memories of living in Whittier, and the people here.
Ann…I’ll keep you and all of your family in my prayers. I’m so sorry for your loss! I’m always here if you need anything at all.