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Todd Baldwin Obituary

Born in Chico, CA November 27, 1968, Todd moved to Sonoma County at the age of 1 1/2. Todd grew up in Petaluma, where he attended Cherry Valley Elementary, Petaluma Junior High and Petaluma High School. He attended Sonoma State University and worked many years in sales for Dunaway Auto Parts and later for the Petaluma Creamery. He loved people and his loss will be felt by his new and long time friends alike. He was devoted to his family and friends. He loved the 49ers, SF Giants, nascar, movies, the beach and his dogs. He is survived by this parents, Gary and Jonnie Baldwin, his sisters, Shelby Baldwin and Brooke Galiata, her husband David, nephew Benjamin, aunts and uncles and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Tyler and Zachary and his baby sister Baldwin. A celebration of life memorial will be held Wednesday, July 13th at 3:00 in Penngrove Park, Penngrove, CA. Please join us to celebrate the life of this special man.

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Published by Press Democrat from Jul. 12 to Jul. 14, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Todd Baldwin

23 Entries

chelsea cromwell

July 19, 2011

i worked with todd for six years at dunaways auto & paint supplies... we always had a good time at work and after hours... he was a good friend and im very sad that we didn't keep in touch... i'm so very sorry for your loss...

Todd English

July 18, 2011

I met Todd back in Jr. High but we really became great friends in HS. We both went to Chico state and had many good times together. It didn't matter if you were golfing, camping, riding ATV's or heading to a concert you were going to have a great time if Todd was with you. He had a great sense of humor and always made you laugh. He will be very much missed.
I wish he truly knew how much his friendship meant to the ones that loved him. I love and miss you my brother from another mother.

David Schoch

July 18, 2011

We lived in the moment, the day was ours, and we believed there was no end

We went over the line, but returned again, no dilemma we could not mend

With reckless abandon, we tempted the fates; we’d live right from tomorrow

Thus we ignored that not all make it back, and the time we have is borrowed
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Todd - you were a great friend and an amazing person and you are truly missed

Jennifer Smit

July 15, 2011

I wrote I love Todd Baldwin on most of my sneakers during high school. He was one of those guys that you just wanted to know better...it was an infatuation really. He will always be in my heart...and I am so sorry for you loss. It is a loss felt by many.

John Bettencourt

July 14, 2011

So sorry for your loss he was a great person with a great personality and will be greatly missed.

Neal/Gayle Rasmussen

July 14, 2011

God saw that he was getting tired and a recovery was not to be. So, he put his arms around him and wispered, "Come Home With Me."
With tearful eyes, we watched him suffer, and saw him fade away. Although we loved him dearly, we could not make him stay. A golden heart stopped beating. A determined spirit is at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes
the best. Love Neal and Gayle Rasmussen.

Neal & Gayle Rasmussen

July 14, 2011

God saw that he was getting tired, and a recovery was not to be. So, he put his arms around him and wispered, "Come Home With me, You have loved ones waiting." With tearful eyes we watched him suffer and saw him fade away. Although we loved him dearly, we could not make him stay. A golden heart stopped beating. A determined spirit is at rest. God broke our hears to prove to us he only takes the best.

Lisa Pellegrini-Montgomery

July 14, 2011

Dear Gary & Jonnie & all of the family...
My thoughts and tons of prayers will be on all of you while you try and heal during this very sad time.

Debbie Towery(Corkill)

July 14, 2011

Dear Gary and Jonnie......I was so sad to hear about Todd. My thoughts are with your family during this time. I have always cherished the time spent with your family while growing up........wonderful memories. I hope in time you find comfort in your memories of Todd.

Bill & Diana McCall

July 14, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

July 13, 2011

Jonnie, Gary......So sorry to hear about your lost. We can't begin to share the hurt that you have. My prayers go out to all of you. Your friends John and Lana Oberg

Margaret Lloyd

July 13, 2011

I met Todd over 15 years ago when he was working in sales at Dunaway Paints. I could always count on him for a big hug and a smile that lit up the room. If you were really lucky, you'd hear about one of his adventures or misadventures! He loved making people laugh and always had an amusing story to tell. Stories about his dogs, his vacations, trying to stop his new wood stove from rolling down the driveway! Another time, at the Matthews Paints golf tournament, Todd was so excited to golf that he forgot to set his parking break. After the tourney he was sure his car was stolen until he realized it had rolled back into another parking spot farther down the parking lot! Todd will be fondley remembered for his kind heart, his enthusism with life, and warm, caring ways. My sincere sympathy to the Baldwin family and all those who loved him.

Rest in Peace Todd....

Joyce Delario

July 13, 2011

Dear Jonnie,
My heart goes out to you and your family on the loss of your son, Todd.

Donnie Arnestad

July 13, 2011

Dear Toddy family-- I had the pleasure of spending time with Cotati Toddy last summer and will hook up with him again in Gods time. That I am hoping Todd Knows. A Warrior he is. It will be sad for me and a loose end of sorts as I owed him a 12 ft. boat. Jonnie if you ever want the boats in Baja and I will take it where you want. A Lot late now but something tells me Toddy is still keeping track. I loved him. 253-381-0450 Donnie Arnestad

Alan and Tracy Troxel

July 12, 2011

Todd was a very special person. He was always smiling and ready for a good time. We will miss his friendship and send our thoughts and prayers to the Baldwin family.

Michael Sclafani

July 12, 2011

I had the opportunity and pleasure of working with Todd while he was with Dunaway's Auto Paint. My company has been a supplier to Dunaway's for almost 19 years and at the time Todd was a outside Sales Consultant. What I remember most about Todd was he was always asking questions of me and my team, always wanting to provide the BEST products or services to his clients. Todd wasn't just a Sales Rep, he was a Sales Professional. He really enjoyed what he was doing and loved providing the correct process and procedures for his clients. Todd would never sell something to his customers that they didn't need, he was a TRUE PROFESSIONAL, always going above and beyond the call of duty. Rarely do I see this in today's business climate.

I wish I had the opportunity to have had Todd as a friend, more than a business associate. He was one of a kind and will be missed by us all. My condolences to his family,friends and anyone that had the chance to have met Todd.

Todd Baldwin

Rob Ransom

July 12, 2011

Rich Dunlap

July 12, 2011

I met Todd almost 40 years ago when i was in pre-school when he and his family moved in next door on Keokuk St. We became long time friends. Todd will be missed by all that knew him. He had the knack for leaving a bright spot in your day. Duke (as Gary nick-named him) was the type of guy that would go the extra mile for you. His laughter was contagious. He had the gifts of caring, comforting, sharing, loving, giving, and just being a friend. My favorite memory with Todd was when he and I would play ball in his indoor play court and swim in the pool at his home on Jasmine Lane. My deepest condolences to Gary, Jonnie, Brooke, and Shelby, and to the rest of the family and friends who are all feeling this great loss. Wishing you all strength in this difficult time. You are in my prayers.

Richard and Lanora Dunlap

July 12, 2011

I was welcomed into the Baldwin and Galiata Families through the introduction of my husband. We had many conversations surrounding the SF 49er's and Giants. Todd is a tremendous loss not only to our family and to his many friends as well as our community. He will be missed and always remembered for his smile. Our throughts and prayers go out the the Baldwin and Galiata Family.

David Dorman

July 12, 2011

My brother introduced Todd to me about 15 years ago and we'd been friends ever since. Todd had a heart of gold and was full of love. He will be missed tremendously not only by his friends family, but the world. The world is a much better place with people like Todd in it. We love you brother, may peace be with you.
May our thoughts and prayers be with the Baldwin family.

Bonnie Conover Gibson

July 12, 2011

Todd was one of those people that was always smiling and bringing sunshine into the room. He was a great friend to everyone that knew him. He will be missed and always remembered as someone wonderful who left us way too soon. My condolences to the Baldwin family.

Genevieve (Torres) Sturm

July 12, 2011

I got to know Todd in Jr.High and then in H.S I will always remember the smiling face and the blond hair. In those days I don't think I ever seen a frown on his face. He made those days happy.
My prayers and many thoughts are with the Baldwin family.

Jad Dunaway

July 12, 2011

It's a great loss. Todd was a very special person to me. I was very fortunate to have many years of his friendship...
I will miss him. My thoughts are with the Baldwin family!

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