Timothy D. Root

Timothy D. Root obituary, Battle Creek, MI

Timothy D. Root

Timothy Root Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service on Nov. 19, 2025.

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Timothy D. Root of Battle Creek passed away August 30, 2025. He was born June 6, 1961 in Battle Creek to Belmont and Dorothy Jean Root.
Tim was a 1981 graduate of Harper Creek High School. He worked various jobs in the Battle Creek area. Tim enjoyed helping neighbors with lawn work, automotive and odd jobs. He was a Dallas Cowboys fan. He could always find a friend.
Tim is survived by his sisters, Lisa (David) Pook and Eloys (John Kornoelje) Hall; also several nieces and nephews and one great-nephew.
No services are planned at this time

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