"he whas my old man but he also whas a great person and a lot of people new him I'll se ya again some day kirk"
In loving memory of
Blair E. Noelting
February 27, 1956 - December 25, 2011
Blair E. Noelting, 55, passed away December 25, 2011 at his home in rural Aredale, Iowa. He was born February 27, 1956 in Dubuque to Darwin and Phyllis (Zimmerman) Noelting. Blair graduated from Dumont High School in 1974. He was a farmer by trade, but saw each harvest as an opportunity to spend time with his family. Blair was a member of the United Methodist Church. He was an avid outdoorsmen, and enjoyed hunting and taking annual fishing trips to Lake Pippen, Minnesota with his kids. His real passion however, was riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. He was a member of A.B.A.T.E and the Aredale Fire Department for several years. Blair had a very special place in his heart for Sue Kroeze, her daughters Kiley and Jesi, and her grandsons, Sterling, Ethan and Weston, all of Clarksville. He is survived by his son Jonathan Noelting and Courtney Burkett of Dumont, his son Joel Noelting and Kayla Codner of Aredale, his daughter Rachel Noelting and Toby Morgan of Ames, his son Samuel of Aredale, his parents Darwin and Phyllis Noelting of Dumont, and one sister Donice Raisch of Norwalk. He was preceded into death by his paternal and maternal grandparents. Blair's contagious smile and laughter will be deeply missed by all that have had the pleasure to call him father, son, brother and friend. Burial will be in the Dumont Cemetery
Tributes
"I remember my first deer I ever shot was with pa pa smurf. He made sure that that buck was going to be mine. To this day that same buck hangs on my wall. I will never forget my memories at deer camp with him. He will be missed very much in the neighbor hood."
"So much of our lives were shared, school, children, laughter. He is bonded to us in good memories, happy times and a love that transcends from this earth to heaven. Blair, may you find happiness and peace and watch over us. It has been a honor to know you. God, bless Blair's family thru this time. Keep their faith and strength strong to endure the sorrow, and grow in faith. "
"I haven't seen Blair in 30+ years. But I've never forgoten him. First met him working for United Hydraulics in Hampton. He came off a tough guy (he really was) but I loved him anyway. He was like a big brother to me back in the day. Had a few beers together,Aredale was the best . Rest in Peace. "
"This was very shocking news to hear. Blair was a very. I will always remember talking to him about motorcycles and farming when he would come into Kwik Star. He will be greatly missed by many. Thoughts and prayers are with everybody."
"I lost another good friend."
"I will remember Blair as one of a kind I had meet Blair in 1980 I work at the bar . Rain day he came in to play cards. He will be miss . Sorry about the loss of your dad and your son. "
"Noelting family, my prayers are with you. The times we spent with Blair butchering in the winter and our vacations to Canada will never be forgotten. He and Norm will now be able to reminisce over those days and Jonathan your like another grandson!. "
" I met Blair at Deer camp,we called him PA Pa Smurf. Like hunting with the boys we called Smurfetts. Blair and I got into one night and Blair give me the biker stair. After that we got along great. You will be missed. "
"I am a great friend of Jesi Kroeze and was honored to have met Blair a few times through Sue. I can honestly say that I have never seen Sue so happy since she found Blair. I know that he brought a new happiness to the Kroeze girls that will surely be missed. My only hope is that Sue, Jesi and her boys, Kiley and Blair's friends and family can grasp onto their memories and cherish them for a lifetime. "
"I am so sad to lose my life long friend. I will always cherish my memories of Blair, and all of my friends in the Aredale church. Blair was one of my childhood "sweethearts", and I will miss seeing him at coffee, in Dumont, when I visit my folks. Blair was such a huge help at Mom and Dad's farm sale. I love you Phyliss and Darb, I know you will miss him terribly. Goodbye friend, I will see you again."
"Our thoughts go out to all of Blair's family. Blair always had a very recognizable laugh that would make you chuckle when you heard it, even from a distance. It was always cool for me as a kid to see Blair on his Harley."
"Our thoughts and prayers to the Noelting family during this difficult time and that God surround you with love and strength,Blair always had a smile. "
"Blair, I have a lot of friends putting around Harley Heaven. I'm sure they will welcome you with open arms. Prayers for Sue and all of Blair's family. You are forever in the wind now."
"Noelting Family, Words seem very inadequate at this sudden loss of A Big hearted Teddy Bear. Listened to many stories and was probably involved in some antics back in the day when My Dad owned the Aredale Bar. Blair was always fun loving and a great guy. Blair never met a stranger, and always was very quick witted. He will be missed by many far and wide. "
"I first met Blair at the coop in Dumont in 1989. I liked him from the very first time we met. Madeleine and I used to go to the house and visit and we were always welcome. I only wish I had seen him lately but good memories will have to be enough. Good by my friend you will most defianately be missed"
"OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO NOELTING FAMILY. BLAIR SMILE AND CHARACTER WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE THAT KNEW HIM."
"Our thoughts and prayers to the Noelting family. Having known Blair for only a short time as the future father in-law to our granddaughter Kayla. We found him to be a fun loving and caring person, always with a friendly smile to greet you with. Our only regrets are knowing that we will not be able to get to know him better. Our hearts go out to all the family, and again you are all in our prayers."
"I met Blair for the first time at the Butler County Fair 2010, I knew from that time on, he was one of a kind. Always a smile and a wise crack. Sue, he was a keeper and such a blessing to your family. He will always be your guardian angel, as he is riding his Harley on the golden streets of heaven. I am glad I was able to visit with him two-weeks ago. Sue, just continue to believe "
"My thoughts and prayers to Sue and the entire Noelting family on the loss of Blair. So glad that we recently went out for supper with Sue and Blair....we will miss him. May God give you comfort in this time of need. Hold on to your faith. "
"My sympathies to the Noelting family. Thoughts and prayers to all and may God bless you with love and the memories you have!!"
"blair y were a very good friend. and y will be missed "
"My good friend, Blair, I'll miss you. We rode some good trails together. "
" Sue: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. "
"My prayers are with the Noelting family. What a shock!! Blair was a unique person. "
"Blair, I will miss you, my friend. I will always remember your quick smile & infectious laugh. Growing up with you and the Johnson kids was filled with so many great memories. I will truly cherish them."
"Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you...may the Lord be your comfort and strength during this difficult time. "
"I will always remember Blair with a smile on his face, and a mischievous twinkle in his eyes! I am absolutely confident that Blair's amazing spirit will live on in everyone he knew and loved."
"I met Blair last Fri at Fareway in Waverly. First & last time. Heard many a good word about Blair. He must have been a great guy & meant the world to my friend Sue. I lost my husband in July. I sent word up to my hubby to watch for Blair. God only takes the very best. My sympathy to his kids & to Sue in their loss."
"I saw Blair last summer. He was a dude that liked to laugh. I'll miss you man."
"We are praying for each one of you. May God be your strength in this time of need. "
"I lost a lifelong friend. I'm extremely grateful that I got to see Blair last month and have some laughs with him and Sue... Very sorry to Darwin, Phyllis, and the rest of the family. When God made Blair, he took one look at what he created and then broke the mold (with pride of course). He was truly one of a kind and I will miss him, as will everyone that knew him. Rest in Peace my friend."
"Noelting family - we are saddened by the sudden passing of Blair. He was a friend to all, and made a new friend wherever he went. Our sympathies to all of you."