On December 19th, 2022, Arthur Blair Adams, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away too soon following a heart attack. Blair was born in London Ontario to Roy and Elizabeth (née Miller) and grew up in Ottawa. A graduate of Lisgar Collegiate Institute, he completed his bachelor’s degree at Carleton University before studying dentistry at the University of Western Ontario and specializing in orthodontics at Tufts University. He established a successful orthodontic practice in Ottawa; his patients and peers will remember him for his eye for detail and his infectious love of learning. Friends knew him for his passions for skiing, cycling, and travel, his sense of humour, and his unending quest for barbecue perfection.
Blair was preceded in death by his parents. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 45 years, Kathryn “Joselyn” (née Sweeney), their daughter Nicola (Craig Williams), grandchildren Leo, Margaret, and Audrey, sister Nancy, and nieces Kate and Lesley. He will be fondly remembered by his sister-in-law Alyson (the late Dr. Ed McLelland).
Complete obituary to be published in the Ottawa Citizen on Friday, December 30th and Saturday, December 31st.
In honour of Blair’s wishes, there will be no public gathering. In memoriam donations to the Canadian Red Cross, the Ottawa Humane Society or the University of Ottawa Heart Institute would be appreciated by the family.
Digital Guestbook
Barbara Merriam
Marilou Seavey
Jocelyn, I am so sorry for your loss. I wish it all the memories of the joyous times you had together very close to your heart.
Dr Rick and Jane Stoneman
Dear Joselyn and Nicola- so many wonderful memories will help you through these difficult days. Send you love and prayers…
Michael and Sarah McCabe
Have seen all the Adams so recently caring for the dogs in their lives by long walks in the dog park. Dr. Adams made such a difference to so many people by giving them confidence and
cheerful care. He obviously made the very most of his life living playfully each day.
Allan MacGillivray
He was just too young and so active to go so early. My heartfelt sympathies go out to his family. May he Rest In Peace.
Carin Roessler Burckhardt
Dearest Joselyn, our deepest condolences, the shocking and so very sad news about Blair's sudden passing has now reached us.
Blair was such an active, caring and 'present' person. Our thoughts are with you Joselyn, Nicola, Craig and family.
Renee Levcovitch-McHale
Dear Jocelyn
I am so very sorry that Blair, who was so vibrant, intelligent & full of plans did not survive his heart attack. I know you loved each other dearly & you both found new joy in your daughter Nicola & her family. It will be hard but you will look out for one another as Blair and you did for me when I had to live without my John. The heart remembers.
Love
Renée
Dr. Steven Fremeth
I remember him as always so friendly and just so nice. Patients I just loved him. The community lost a bright light.
Robertus Lubbersen
Blair you will be missed you always had a optimistic view on life and you encouraged me to carry on even when things were tough, I,ll see you again.
Colette Budge
Such a sad day. I know Blair and Joselyn in a fairly specific way in that I had the joy of looking after their lovely dog, Quito on many occasion. Blair's endless, charming smile and his easy demeanour always put a smile on my face. You will be very missed, Blair. God rest you well.
My heart goes out to Joselyn and Nicola and the grandchildren during this difficult timr. Blair was a loving husband, father and grandfather.