Thomas Joseph Blake was born in St. Louis, Missouri on March 13th, 1961. Tom passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 at the age of 64. He was a beloved son, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, great-uncle, cousin & friend. He will be missed by many people who loved him dearly.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, John Francis and Stella Elizabeth Blake (Clancy). He was the loving father to Thomas (Angel) Blake II, the late Catherine (Catie) Ann Blake, and 95-lb pitbull Brutus Blake. He was also the proud and adoring Papa to Zoey Michelle Blake, who never ceased to make him smile. Tom was the cherished brother to the late John F. (Jack) (Bev) Blake, MaryLou (the late Lenny) Schutz, and Trish (Mike) Browne. He was the former husband to Colleen Corcoran Blake.

He retired from Belt Service Corporation after 37 years of service and carried many life-long friendships with him into retirement.

Tom enjoyed Budweiser, soccer, watching football, BBQing, listening to music, traveling, going to Outback Steakhouse, drinking chocolate milk, and throwing Kong with Brutus.

A celebration of life will be held honoring the life of Tom Blake on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 from 2:00-6:00pm at Collier's Funeral Home. 3400 N. Lindbergh, Blvd. St. Ann, MO. 63074

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to the following charities:

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