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WINTER HAVEN - Thomas P. Becker passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2017. He was the owner of Winter Haven Kennels.
Tom was born February 10, 1975, in Dubuque, Iowa to Joseph J. and Anna Becker. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School, then traveled to many different states working in construction.
He began working in Winter Haven, and then began operating Winter Haven Kennels.
He is survived by his father and step-mother, Joseph and Mary Becker, his brother, James, Dubuque, Iowa. Other survivors include his aunt and uncle, Janice and C.J. Klenske, Dubuque, Iowa and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Anna Becker and his grandparents Joseph H. and Dorothy E. Becker of Dubuque and relatives in Germany.
Memorials can be donated in his memory to the Humane Society of Polk County, located at 3195 Dundee Rd, Winter Haven, FL.
Mr. Becker's remains will be retuned to Iowa, where a memorial service will be held at a later date.
The family would like to express their appreciation to the members of the community who supported Tom's business. Tom had a special gift for animals and he enjoyed working with the clients and their pets. He development many friendships after taken the business over in 2007.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Becker
L. Afferton
April 16, 2024
Tom was a kind and gentle friend to those pets that were in his care. He had a big heart. I think of him often and miss that quirky sense of humor he had.
Tamara Franks
April 15, 2019
I think of Tom often. I cannot pass the Winter Haven Kennel to this day without remembering him. Tom made you feel like a friend even if he had just met you. You will always be remembered Tom
Sarah Williams
May 13, 2017
My family was so sad to hear of Tom's passing; he was so kind and although we didn't know him well, I think about him every day now and we will miss him dearly. He is the only person we trusted with our dogs since we moved down to Winter Haven and he always treated them and us so wonderfully. Tom, you left a void and will be missed.
Dawn Hartfield
May 6, 2017
Tom, you will be sorely missed by animals and humans alike. My Tip so loved to visit you. All I had to say was your name and I couldn't get out the house fast enough to bring him to you. Thank you so much for all love and devotion to all the animals trusted in your care. You were good to me too. Thank you. Rest In Peace.
Corky Mattox
May 1, 2017
So sorry to hear about Tom's passing. He was so good to my two dogs...even my timid girl liked Tom! He will certainly be missed. Condolences to his family.
Jason
May 1, 2017
We went through a journey with Tom with our greyhounds and it is with a heavy heart that I heard the news. I only wish we could have been boarding a week earlier, I know that Latte would have loved to say hello again.
Patty Jacques
April 29, 2017
Tom was a great person and will be sadly missed. I just can't believe it!!!!
Barb Purser
April 27, 2017
To Tom's family- I am so very sorry for your loss. We haven't lived in Winter Haven long but I came to like and respect Tom as a kind man who took awesome care of our dog when we traveled. He will be greatly missed!
Ami LYDEN
April 26, 2017
Condolences to his family. He was a great guy!
Susan W.
April 25, 2017
With deepest sympathies to Tom Becker's family. Tom was a wonderfully talented, kindhearted man. He will be greatly missed.
D&S Trevillian
April 24, 2017
Rest in peace Tom, we will miss you greatly. Please give Tink a hug for us, she will be so happy to see you, she loved you.
Tom & Linda Culbertson
April 22, 2017
I'm so sorry Jay & Mary to hear the news of Tom's sudden death.
Lee Johnston
April 22, 2017
Tom was one of my best friends, and he will be missed. Rest in piece my old friend, you deserve it, for you worked hard down here.
Goober
Susan Riese& George Watson
April 22, 2017
Tom was a truly amazingly wonderful man ! He will be deeply missed! When we adopted Goober who was an abused dog Tom was the only person we trusted to take care of him ! If you asked Goober if he wanted to go visit his Buddy Tom , he flew to the door! Tom would help you with anything he was so very smart! I'm sure Tom is helping St. Francis with all the animals in haven! May the Good Lord keep his arms around you all and comfort you during this time! Tom won't be forgotten!
Carolyn Hadden
April 22, 2017
Tom was such a good hearted person who took care and gave special attention to all the pets. My dog for one was spoiled at the kennel as she is at home. We will miss him tremendously. My condolences to the family. Rest in peace Tom.....
Sandra Mewborn
April 21, 2017
Tom was my dog's best friend. Duke had extended stays with Tom and his helpers and was treated like nobility. We are saddened with our loss.
C Wright
April 21, 2017
My dog LOVED Tom when he would go to the kennel. So sad he is gone.
Linda Peterson
April 21, 2017
Tom was a kind good hearted man. He improved Winter Haven Kennels and he just loved working with dogs - my dog would run to the door when she got to his place. He will be dearly missed.
Tamara Franks
April 21, 2017
Tom was a wonderful man with a heart of gold. I will miss him so very much. My condolences go out to his family.
Lea Afferton
April 21, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the family of Tom Becker. Tom was a kind man with a gentle soul who cared very much for the pets that were placed under his charge. Rest in Peace....there will be many wagging tails to meet you at the Rainbow Bridge.
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