Patricia Christine Hahn Blair
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Patricia (Pat) Christine Hahn Blair, daughter of Edward O. and Marie Jenkins Hahn, was born February 10, 1935 in Phoenix, Arizona. She attended Topeka Public Schools and graduated from Topeka High School. She attended Baker University, Baldwin City, Kansas. She and Kenneth Wayne Blair were married September 25, 1954 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Topeka and moved to Lawrence, KS in May 1955.
She is survived by her husband, Ken; three children: Cynthia Jane Gentry, Olathe, KS; David Lynn Blair (DeAnna), Shawnee, KS; Carolyn Sue Laskowski, Lawrence, KS: six grandchildren: Nicole Christine Gentry; Levi Gentry; Olathe, KS; Christine Diane Laskowski Cate (Alex), Lawrence, KS; Mark Charles Laskowski, Lawrence, KS; William Kenneth Blair (Makenzie), Olathe, KS; Joseph David Blair, Shawnee, KS. Also surviving are great-granddaughter Della Rose Marie Gentry, Olathe, KS, great-grandson, Luke Charles Cate, Lawrence, KS: beloved nieces and nephews: Alan Lamantia (Marie) San Jose, CA; Candace Johnson (Hal) The Villages, FL; Christine Patek, Topeka; Mark Lamantia, Topeka; Diane Langhorst, Williamsburg, VA. She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Genevieve Johnson and Barbara Lamantia and their spouses, and her two sons-in-law, Nicholas (Nick) Edwin Gentry and Michael (Mike) Joseph Laskowski.
She joined First Presbyterian Church in 1955 and was ordained an Elder, was active in the Martha Circle, the Prayer Group, a commissioned Stephen Minister, a volunteer with LINK for many years and played at the Lawrence Presbyterian Manor as a pianist for Vesper services. She and Ken served on the Spiritual Life Committee at the Manor. She was a well-known soloist who helped establish and performed with the Motet Singers for 35 years and the Chancel Choir at First Presbyterian Church for 55 years. She sang tenor with The Aqua Tones, a barbershop quartet which was a part of the Lawrence Chapter of Sweet Adelines. The quartet performed and competed around the United States and Canada and placed 2nd in international competitions. She was a soloist for the Warren McElwain and Rumsey Funeral Homes.
Pat was a Floral Designer for Owens Flower Shop for 22 years. She was a warm loving Matriarch and created a welcoming environment as she and Ken hosted family and friends. She and Ken celebrated more than 69 years of a loving relationship and set a wonderful example of a true partnership for their children to follow.
She was a great-great-great-granddaughter of Moses and Anna (Willequehano) Grinter of the Grinter Place on the Historic Register. She was proud of her Kansas Delaware Indian heritage and interested in that phase of history.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the First Presbyterian Church, Lawrence, Kansas at 2 p.m. on Friday, February 23, 2024 with the family greeting friends at 1 p.m. an hour prior to the service at the church.
Inurnment will take place in the Memorial Garden at FPC which Shirley and John Pozdro and the Blair’s helped establish. Pat passed away on January 23, 2024 at LMH Health in Lawrence.
The family appreciates the care Pat received at the Lawrence Presbyterian Manor. Donations can be made to Just Food, 1000 E. 11th St. Lawrence, KS 66046 or may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Pat was a PEO sister of mine and whenever you were in her presence, you felt seen and heard. She was a lovely lady and left a beautiful legacy in her family, her faith, and her flowers. I can see her looking down from heaven and smiling at us. My heart goes out to her family.
I’m so very sorry for your loss. She was a gracious and compassionate lady, and those qualities shone whenever you were in her presence. She will be greatly missed by family and friends.
So sorry to hear this.
Sorry for the loss of your mom Cindy. Thoughts and prayers to friends and family.
Cindy, I’m so sorry for your loss. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol, I’m so sorry to hear about your Mom. My prayers are with you and your family.
I met Pat when I worked at LPM. I got to know her and Ken very well over the 15 years I was there. I am so sad to hear of Pat’s passing. She and Ken were so kind to me during various life events I experienced while working at LPM. My condolences to Ken and their family.
Hi David, my condolences and heartfelt sympathies to your Dad (“Mr. Blair”), to you, your siblings, and extended families. I have fond memories of your Mom (“Mrs. Blair”) and the numerous visits to your house during our friendship when we were both at LHS and KU, and of course when you and I were employed at Rusty’s IGA. Best to you and God Bless to all of you, and may fond memories of “Mrs. Blair” lives on and bring comfort and peace to all.
Cindy – I’m sorry to learn about the passing of your mother. My condolences to you, your family, and friends.
I like to think of the Aqua Tones singing in Heaven now…
My mom sang with Pat in the Aqua Tones. I have many fond memories of listening to them practice in her living room. I remember as being kind and she had a gorgeous soprano voice.
Ken and Pat were like a second set of parents to me at FPC and in Amateur Radio. Pat was a gentle and caring person with such a great sense of humor. My heart goes out to Ken, their kids, grandkids and extended family. Such a beautiful person.
So very sorry for your loss Ken and family. Whenever we would see her (and you never saw Pat without Ken), she was always smiling and very gracious. May your memories of her comfort you at this difficult time.
Ken, I am so sorry to read about Pat’s passing. I haven’t been in Lawrence for some time so I lose track of people who were so important in my life when growing up. Pat was always an example of graciousness and friendliness. I loved listening to her beautiful singing both in church and other venues. She lived a life of action, faithfulness and service. I hope that truth and your wonderful family bring you comfort in these days ahead.
Ken, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Pat playing at the Manor when I preached there one time. She did a great job. I am sure she will be missed by many!