Dr. Lewis Blue and his wife, Judy
“I would like for an officer or some other respected dentist to call a dentist friend who hasn’t been involved in leadership and ask them to get involved, similar to the way I was prodded many years ago.”
Born in Oklahoma, Dr. Lewis Blue’s family moved from Oklahoma to Eugene when he was six years old. He knew he wanted to be in the health field since he was in Junior High. After his brother entered a pre-dental program, he decided he wanted to be a dentist. Dr. Blue attended the University of Oregon School of Dentistry, and while pursuing his profession, he also was very active in student government. He met his wife, Judy, while attending Dental School. He was a senior, and she was in her first year studying to be a dental hygienist. They married after she graduated.
Dr. Lewis Blue started a General Dentistry practice in 1964, which became the Oakway Dental Group when three others joined the practice. While practicing, Dr. Blue enjoyed how grateful people were when he was able to provide the care that they needed.
His wife, Judy, assisted him in his practice as a receptionist and a part-time hygienist while they raised their daughter and son. Judy was also a teacher for Lane Community College’s dental hygiene program for over twenty years. Dr. Blue joined LCDS in 1964. Dr. Keith Stenshoel called Dr. Blue and told him he needed to get involved. This friendly spurring led to Dr. Blue becoming an officer for Lane County Dental Society, holding many roles, including president in 1984. He was also active in the Oregon Dental Association, Oregon Academy of General Dentistry, and the Oregon Board of Dentistry. Dr. Blue stresses the importance of representation, “It would be wonderful if more members would get involved at the local and state level. It is disappointing to me that Lane County doesn’t have anyone on the Board of Dentistry. Being one of the larger populated areas in the state, Lane needs to be represented on the BOD.” Even now, Dr. Blue is assisting with the planning of the LCDS’ June 2023 retiree luncheon.
Now Dr. Blue is retired, golfing, and enjoying his four granddaughters. He remembers attending a retirement lecture years ago that helped him get perspective on planning for retirement. This speaker stressed the importance of not thinking that you will spend less money during retirement. “You won’t! So, plan accordingly!”
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