Douglas Blowers

Mr. Douglas George Blowers, age 64, of West Jefferson, NC died on Thursday, January 20, 2011 at his home. Mr. Blowers was born on July 23, 1946 in St. Claire, IL to the late Wayne and Gladys Fuesser Blowers. In addition to his parents, Mr. Blowers was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Lee Reed Blowers. Mr. Blowers was employed with Leviton Manufacturing as a machinist. He was a Marine Corp veteran who served two tours of duty in Vietnam. He was awarded two Purple Hearts and was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans.  A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 3:00 pm at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel with military rites.  The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm prior to the service at Ashelawn. Mr. Blowers is survived by: two sons, Streeter J. Blowers and Steven Blowers, both of West Jefferson, NC; three daughters, Colleen Taylor of West Jefferson, NC, Christy Giminez of CA, and Afton Camp of Lincolnton, NC; sister, Carol Truck of Lumberton, NC; four stepbrothers, Mike Blowers of West Jefferson, NC, Patrick Blowers of CA, Stephon Dillon of IA, and Joe Blowers of CA; stepsister, Maria Blowers of Hickory, NC; also surviving are13 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. You may send and view condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel & Gardens was entrusted with Mr. Blowers' arrangements.