Thomas L. "Taco" Bachmann

I still to this day will reference and say things that remind me of Tom, either phases he used or funny things he did. I guess that would be his legacy in my life. Well done! I believe this can be used to help us understand what leaving a legacy behind can mean and the impact it can have on others.

Tom, I feel bad that I never got to say goodbye or knew about what happened. I did want to thank you though, Every time I hung out with you or spent time with you, you did have a way of making me laugh, smile and bring light to any situation I would happen to be in. Even if you didn't know about it. I would also like to send my deepest sympathies to your mother, Tiffany, Dawn and your whole family. I know what heartbreaking news this was to me, I couldn't imagine what your family is going...

Happy Birthday Tommy!

We're thinking of you today and always and miss you so much. We miss your great smile and your great sense of humor. Life goes on, we know that's true, but not the same since we lost you.

We love you.

Auntie Sheila and Uncle Bob

Happy Birthday Tic-Tac!
There's not a single day that goes by that I don't think of you. Mom and I often share the jokes that all of us always did. Every night we talk about you in some way. More often than not, it's with a giggle rather than a tear.
You're always with us, I never doubt that. Whether it's the sun rise in the morning or the moon at night, we know you're with us. How could you not be? You always were and always will be.
Everyday I wish I could see your smile...

Our Dearest Tommy,
It's been 13 long months since you've been gone, but not forgotten and deep within our hearts.
We miss your smile, your love and hugs and wonderful ways. There are no words that can express our tears and broken hearts.
It's not the same without you Tommy. If God would grant us just one wish, it would be to have you back again. So, treasure him Lord, for on earth he was the best.
Now, on your birthday, we bow our heads and say a...

Although I never met him, it is obvious that Tom was much cherished and loved by his family and friends. He must have been a very special man. Your deep grief is a tribute to all of his talents and positive qualities. I hope that your memories may help to remind you that nothing can ever take away the love and laughter you shared in the past.

Tommy,
My wonderful, loving nephew. I think everyday of the wonderful years we were blessed to have you, but there's not a day that goes by that we don't think of you. You're always on our mind. Your loving smile, your precious ways, no one will ever take your place.
We know you are in Heaven now, in no more pain and at ever-lasting peace. Watching over your mom and sister, always at their side as their guardian Angel. You're always in our hearts forever.
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i hadn't seen tom for a couple of years, and we had grown apart like most childhood pals do, but to know that he won't be at nana's house at christmas this year makes me sadder than anything. he was my cousin, but when we were little, he was a lot like a brother and a best friend. i'm sorry i didn't know the man that you grew up to be and that you didn't know me. but i miss you, and i love you. you were my first best friend. god be with you, and with aunt eileen and tiffy.

It still hasn't completely hit that one of the funnest most loving men is gone. Tom touched everyone with is caring and sense of humor. It is a shame we will not be able to make new memories of Tom but at least we can all find comfort in the memories we do have with him and about him.