Thomas McBeth Blair, our beloved father, and husband of Patricia Ann Blair passed away on Thursday, October 13, 2022. He was born in Bucyrus, Ohio on March 5, 1949.

His many achievements include holding basketball records at Tiffin University where he was declared “Little All-American” and inducted into their hall of fame.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents Thomas M. and Margaret R. Blair and his sister Christine Gill. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Patricia, and their two sons, Justin and Shawn, and his wife Mirna; four grandchildren Cameron, Mason, Lily, and Lucas; and two great-grandchildren Grayson and Giana.

A celebration of Tom’s life will take place at a later date, per Tom’s request, with family and friends to cherish their memories.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org/cancer/oral-cavity-and-oropharyngeal-cancer or Tiffin University, 155 Miami St, Tiffin, OH 44883 – in memory of Tom Blair.

Arrangements are under the care of Peninsula Funeral Home, 11144 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601.