Peacefully at the Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Saturday September 26, 2026. Blair Norris, age 58, of South Mountain. Beloved husband of Lesley (Bonhower). Loving Dad of Daniel (Cassandra), Patrick (Amanda) and Emily Norris. Cherished Papa of David, Arleigh and Erik. Loving son of Arlene (Kilpatrick) Norris and the late J. Reginald Norris and son-in-law of Sandra Schappert. Missed and loved by his brother, Scott (Stacey) and their girls Kelsey (Tristen) and Meredith along with his sister-in-law, Christine Dorion and family.
Fondly remembered by his extended family aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, CP Rail co-workers, close friends and their families.
A Celebration of Blair’s Life will be held at the Mountain Township Agricultural Hall 2967 Lough Road, South Mountain on Sunday October 4, 2026 from 1 to 5 p.m.
Cremation has taken place. By family request donations in Memory of Blair may be made to the House of Lazarus or The Ottawa Mission.
Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836).
Online condolences may be shared at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca
18 Condolences for James Blair Norris
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Denis & Marie Puddy says
September 28, 2026 at 12:43 pmCondolences to the Norris family. Just lost a great person and friend. Denis & Marie
Vicky Byers says
September 28, 2026 at 2:26 pmIn our seventy-five years of having made many friends, I was once told that in time there would be one special person.
For Linda and I, that person would be Blair, whom not only befriended us but our children and grandchildren. We still can’t believe how easily he came into our family’s lives and became a favorite visitor to our home. Our time together was short but Blair will always be in our hearts and memories.
Kevin & Linda Boyd
Brenda Winter says
September 28, 2026 at 3:44 pmMy condolences to Blair’s family & friends. Our community has lost a great guy. RIP Blair. 🌹❤️
Maria & Vince Pimpinella says
September 28, 2026 at 6:01 pmWe are in complete shock and heartbroken to learn of Blair’s passing. So many great memories of Les & Blair. Our deepest condolences to the entire family. 💔
Corrie Kelly says
September 28, 2026 at 6:43 pmSo sorry for your loss. Love and hugs to the Norris family. ❤️
Norma Reade says
September 28, 2026 at 7:52 pmHaving Lesley & Blair as neighbours in the old Port Hope days was pretty special.
There are so many good memories of those days years ago when all the kids were little.
From the many evening walks and long talks that Lesley and I shared to Blair bringing Asparagus over that had been growing near the railroad tracks,
It was pretty tasty but in hindsight may not have been a good idea to eat it.
My condolences to you Lesley and to Daniel, Patrick,
Emily and the entire family.
Rest in peace Blair 🕊️🤍
Dora Francis says
September 29, 2026 at 6:52 amCoffee Club will not be quite the same at Sandy Row without Blair🥲 Our Deepest Sympathy to the Norris Family…Ken & Dora Francis
Anne MacDonald says
September 29, 2026 at 8:29 amBlair was a pleasure to know and his passing is a great loss to the community. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Karen and Marty Kirchmeier says
September 29, 2026 at 12:03 pmDear Lesley, Daniel, Patrick, Emily and family
We are so sorry and shocked to hear of Blair’s passing. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. ❤️
Our sincere condolences! Karen and Marty
Deanna Behm says
September 29, 2026 at 10:17 pmLesley, Daniel, Patrick, Emily, Arlene, Scott & families.
Our hearts are so saddened & we are in disbelief to hear of the passing of Blair. He was such a phenomenal gentleman. Our children grew up & played together in their younger years when Blair, Lesley & family lived across the street from us in Port Hope. Our kids still to this day have fond memories of Sanders Drive & the fun times spent together. Not only were they fabulous neighbors & friends; their whole family was so courteous & welcoming to our family. As difficult as it is now; cherish the memories & hold them close to your hearts. Our sincere condolences go out to all of the Norris family. Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time & always.
Sincerely, Deanna & Dale Behm & family 😪🙏❤️
Don & Lynne Levere says
September 30, 2026 at 8:51 amCondolences to the Norris family. Blair was an exceptional human, well liked by all who knew him. He will be missed by everyone in town.
Joel Henderson says
September 30, 2026 at 10:09 amLesley, We were deeply saddened to read of your husbands passing. Please accept our condolences to you and your family. Jane and Joel Henderson
Peter and Cheryl Guy says
October 1, 2026 at 9:03 amBlair was such a nice man and a jovial person. He will be missed being seen at Byers Funeral Home and being seen the South Mountain area. RIP Blair!
I met Blair at Learn To Curl in Winchester Curling Club and he left a positive impression of course…Cheryl
Amara Lim (née Sims) says
October 1, 2026 at 3:58 pmCondolences to you, Ms. Lesley and the family. Daniel, Patrick, and Emily, I am so sorry for this incredible loss. Praying for peace and comfort as you grieve the loss of your husband and father. My thoughts go out to you all during this time as you reflect on the impact he made and the memories you will treasure forever.
Ted Peters says
October 2, 2026 at 8:00 amHi Lesley, I am so sorry to hear of Blairs passing and your great loss. My deepest condolences to you, and to all of his dear family and friends. I knew and worked with Blair for many years with the CPR in Toronto. He was a great guy and always stepped up to help anyone he could. He will truly be missed. I pray for comfort and strength for you all in this most difficult time. Love, Ted Peters
Deborah McFarlane says
October 3, 2026 at 8:33 pmSo very sorry to hear of Blair’s passing. Sending my condolences to Lesley and family
Stanley and Sharlene Ritchie says
October 4, 2026 at 11:16 amSo sorry for the loss of a treasured son husband and father
Tom Hannan says
October 5, 2026 at 8:13 pmMy sincere condolences to Blair’s family and friends for his loss. My thoughts are with you.
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