Chief Blair Roderick Laughlin, Jr., USN (Ret.), 84, of Gulf Breeze, FL passed away surrounded by family and friends on Tuesday, September 27, 2022.

He was born on May 5, 1938, to the late Blair and Marion Laughlin, Sr. in Goshen, IN. Blair was a devoted husband and loving father and grandfather. He was an active member of Gulf Breeze Presbyterian Church and a longtime resident of Gulf Breeze. He proudly served his country in the US Navy, retiring after 22 years having served during the Korean Conflict and Vietnam. He was a volunteer at the NAS Naval Air Museum for more than 20 years restoring aircraft. He also served his community as a Shriner and a Scout Leader.

Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 62 years, Hope B. Laughlin; a son, Mark E. Laughlin (Christine M.) and their children, Lily, Cale, Grace, and Molly Laughlin; a daughter, Lauri A. Millward (John D.) and their children, Elizabeth and John "Jack" Millward; and his beloved Kitty.

A memorial visitation will be held 2:00pm until a memorial service to begin at 2:30pm Monday, October 3, 2022, at Gulf Breeze Presbyterian Church, with Pastor Bill Lamont officiating. A private graveside service will be held at a later date at Barrancas National Cemetery with full Navy honors.