Henry J. Blair, 61, of Hitchcock, Texas, formerly of Manchester, died unexpectedly Friday, Jan. 31, 2003, in Texas.

He was bom July 14, 1941, in Manchester, N.H., son of the late Henry R. and Alfreda (Maheu) Blair, and had lived in Texas for more than 35 years. Mr. Blair was employed as a tool and die maker for many years.

He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, James S. and Mary Blair of Columbia; two daughters, Lynda Wilcox of East Hampton and Sherri Hunihan of Stafford; and three grandchildren, Alessandria Blair and James S. Blair k, both of Columbia, and Connor Hunihan of Stafford.

Burial was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Dickenson, Texas.

Memorial calling hours will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, at Holmes Funeral Home; 400 Main St., Manchester.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.