Thomas "Tom" C. Baker
August 27, 1956 - December 14, 2014
Obituary
BAKER, THOMAS “TOM” C
LODI-Tom C. Baker, age 58, passed away suddenly Sunday, December 14, 2014 after battling illnesses for many years. He was born August 27, 1956 in Tomah Wisconsin, the son of Merle and Linnea Baker. Tom was a 1974 graduate of Lodi High School and he attended MATC.
He was a member of the Carpenters Local Union 314 and was employed as a carpenter by several area companies. Tom married Kris Brahmer on August 17, 2001 in Madison. He had a variety of interests, loved fishing and was an avid Packers fan. Tom was planning and working remodeling their home to accommodate his mother and father in-law. He especially loved spending time with his family and puppies, Buddy and Augie and grand puppy Bella.
In addition to the “love of his life”, Kris, Tom is survived by his step-son, Ric Murray; mother, Linnea; brothers, Michael (Tammy) Baker and William (Debbie) Baker; sister, Margaret Baker; mother and father in-law, Bud and Gert Brahmer; several brothers in-law and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Merle and nephew, Nathan.
Funeral Services will be held at FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH, 206 Pleasant St., Lodi, at 11:00 am on Friday, December 19, 2014, with Pastor Michael Lee presiding. Celebration of Tom’s life will immediately follow the service at REMI’S THIRSTY MOOSE, N3135 County Rd. V, Lake Wisconsin. Visitation will be held at HAMRE GUNDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 157 S. Main St., Lodi, Thursday, December 18, 2014, from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Visitation will also be held on Friday December 19, 2014 from 10:00 am until the time of the service at the church.
A special thank you to Tom’s brother Bill and friends for being able to bring laughter to Tom’s life during his illness.
Tom was loved by all who knew him and will be dearly missed. We will all remember his one of a kind and contagious laugh.
Please feel free to wear your Packers garb to Tom’s visitation, service and celebration of life gathering…as he will be wearing his. “Go Pack Go”
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com
Hamre Gunderson
Funeral & Cremation Care
157 S. Main Street, Lodi
(608)592-3201
Events
Visitation
Thu Dec 18, 2014 @ 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM CDT
Hamre Gunderson Funeral Home • 157 S. Main Street, Lodi, WI null
Visitation
Fri Dec 19, 2014 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
First Lutheran Church(Lodi) • 206 Pleasant St, Lodi, WI 53555
Service
Fri Dec 19, 2014 @ 11:00 AM CDT
First Lutheran Church(Lodi) • 206 Pleasant St, Lodi, WI 53555
Gathering
Fri Dec 19, 2014 @ 12:00 PM CDT
Remi's Thirsty Moose • N3135 County Road V, Poynette, WI 53955
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Memories
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Cathy Leiza
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My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.
BM
Beth Mack
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I was saddened to hear of Tom's passing. I've known him since he was a teenager and it's hard to believe he is no longer with us.
Beth Mack
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Phil Schlimgen
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It is with deep sorrow that I read of Tom's passing. I hadn't seen him for a few years, but, I always respected him and enjoyed his company. May he rest in peace.
Phil Schlimgen
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J. Moore
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To the Family of Thomas C. Baker,
So sorry to learn about the loss of your Dear Loved One, Thomas. Please know that so many people share your grief with you to help you through this difficult time of sorrow. Please accept my deepest condolences as we await the time when Christ Jesus will awaken all of those who have fallen asleep in death; including your Beloved, "Tom". (John 11:41-44)