THE PASSING OF THE WORLD'S GREATEST DITCH DIGGER

On June 17, 2009, Team Fishel lost a life-long friend and dedicated Teammate of 50 years. John Blair passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at his home in Dayton, Ohio.

John first joined The Fishel Company on June 3, 1957 as a Laborer working for Albert Hannah. John traveled throughout the Midwest working on large conduit and manhole jobs for Ohio Bell.

In 1983, he relocated to Dallas, Texas and spent the next 13 years working as a Foreman for Dick Fishel and Randy Blair.

In 1996, John returned to Ohio and worked as a Supervisor for Scott Homberger. In 2004, John received the Craftsmanship of the Year award by the Central Ohio Builders’ Exchange.

“John set the standard for excellence for our Customers and provided leadership and inspiration to many generations of Teammates,” said John Phillips, President and CEO.

Diane Keeler recalls Ken Fishel often saying, “The Lord broke the mold when He made John Blair. John is truly in a class all by himself.” Thank you John, for all your contributions to Team Fishel over your 50 year career. We will all miss you.