Simply CremationEarl G. Stair
Earl Gene Stair passed away May 16 in the loving embrace of his family with his precious dog, Rocky, snuggled on his lap. He was beloved by Pat, his wife of 50 years, and his children, Dawn Dahlin (Chris), Jennifer Smith, and Juliana Caviolo (James) He was blessed with three granddaughters, Elizabeth Smith, Emily Caviolo, and Claire Caviolo.
Gene was born September 12, 1939, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to Myrtle Clawson Stair and Jerome Neil Stair, Sr., who passed away many years ago. His brother, Jerome Neil Stair, Jr., also passed away previously. Gene served in the U.S.Army for three years, most of it in Thule, Greenland. He spent many years as a salesman, starting at Breuner’s original store in Sacramento in the early ’60s. He loved building remote-controlled airplanes and boats and working with his vast collection of tools. Gene was a perfectionist in all that he did, and his family said about him that “anything worth doing was worth overdoing.” Our dearest Gene was kind, loving, and most generous and will live in our hearts forever.
My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Stair. Thinking of you all, and wish you moments of peace and comfort during this time.
My father was a contradiction in all of the best ways. Big, imposing, stubborn, commanding… with a huge heart for those he loved, kindness and care for animals, a generous spirit for those in need, and an irreverent sense of humor. He reveled in being sassed by me, primarily because he knew it was the result of self-confidence he helped instill and a deep love for him. He had a particular look that combined consternation and pride and he gave me that look often. I love you always Daddy.