Thomas Henry Baker

Funeral

2017-07-20

Obituary of Thomas Henry Baker

62, Spryfield, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2017 in the Halifax Infirmary QEII, after a short battle with cancer. Born in Halifax on December14,1954, he was a son of the late Owen James and Laura Cremins (Asprey) Baker. Tom resided at Arborstone Enhanced Care nursing home for the past 11 plus years. This was his home where he was loved and cared for by all the nursing care staff and residents that will miss him as much as his own family. He was a kind, gentle spirit always had a smile, and loved to entertain kids as he would speak like Donald Duck. Tom always loved to make you smile and always showed respect. His favorite song was Farewell to Nova Scotia. He is survived by siblings, Doris (Halil), Montreal, Joanne (Gary), London, Ontario, Alma (Kim), Halifax, John (Tracey) Baker, Sparwood, BC, Catherine (Ross) Parker, London, Ontario, Tim (Dawn) Baker, Ontario; several nieces and nephews; lots of aunts and uncles and first, second and third cousins. Tom was predeceased by his brother, James Ivan Baker and nephew, Tom Baker. Also by many Aunts and Uncles; grandparents Asprey and Baker; several cousins. There will be a Celebration of Tom’s life at Arborstone Enhanced Care, 126 Purcells Cove Road in Spryfield on July 20, 2017 at 3PM.  If you wish to make a donation in memory of Tom, please do so to the Arborstone Residents Council, 126 Purcells Cove Road, Halifax, NS B3P1B5. Please feel free to share a funny story or leave a message and share how Tom touched your life.
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