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Thomas Baslick Obituary
Thomas W. Baslick, 64, of Temple, passed away Tuesday, May 15, at Reading Hospital & Medical Center, West Reading.
Thomas was born in Reading on Sept. 20, 1947, a son of the late Viola (Knappenberger) and Joseph Baslick.
He was a 1965 graduate of Reading High School and 1969 graduate of Arkansas Tech, then served in the U.S. Army as a Specialist 5th Class until 1975.
He was employed as a laboratory supervisor at the City of Reading Water Authority for over 25 years until his retirement.
Tom was a certified PIAA umpire and for many years volunteered for the Muhlenberg Township Athletic Association as commissioner, coach, umpire and referee.
He was predeceased by his companion of many years, Joyce M. Prince, and is survived by her loving family.
As per Tom's wishes, services are private at the convenience of the family. Interment at Fairview Cemetery, Shillington.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Tom's name to the MTAA, which truly was his field of dreams, at P.O. Box 127, Temple, PA 19560.
Arrangements entrusted to the John P. Feeney Funeral Home, in Reading's Centre Park Historic District, 625 N. 4th St. at Centre Ave., Reading, PA 19601.
For obituary and condolences, please go to john-feeneyfuneralhome.com.
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Joe Gaetani
May 19, 2012
I worked with Tom for a short time in his 40 yrs. at the MTAA. I saw first hand the time and dedication he spent towards the organization to make it the premier little league that he made it become. He did everything from being commissioner to flipping burgers. I also had the privelege to umpire with him. He taught me how to umpire and impressed upon me to do the very best I could because the kids deserved that. He once told me "Joe, I may not have any kids of my own, but I have 256 kids here." That's the way he ran the MTAA. Everything he did was for the benefit and safety of the kids. Our community owes him a debt that can never be repaid, but he wouldn't want it repaid, or even recognized. Well, I will. "Tom, thank you for everything you've done for me, my son and every other young boy and girl that passed your way. We will all miss you very much."
Brian Potteiger
May 19, 2012
I have many wonderful memories of Tom as the umpire at MTAA and I as coach. Tom was very strict and uncompromising when it came to supporting the children involved with MTAA athletics, and I respected that quality & character. I only regret not getting a chance in recent years to reminisce about the "old" days at MTAA. Rest in Peace Tom and may God bless your soul.
John and Linda Smith Smith
May 19, 2012
Tom, Our whole neighborhood will miss you! We will always remember your utmost devotion to MTAA. Our two boys will always remember you umpiring at their games. We will miss seeing you sitting on your porch late at night! May you rest in peace. John and Linda Smith
Randy Gravinese
May 18, 2012
Tom was one of the most inspirational and dedicated people the Muhlenberg Township Athletic Association was lucky enough to know for many, many years. He will be missed. Rest In Peace.
Larry & Debbie LaFaver
May 18, 2012
Tom, we shall surely miss you, you were one of a kind, a great neighbor and a great friend. the boys loved you as a coach also. the porch across the way is empty. I always felt safe when you were out there when I came home at nite, We shall never forget you dear friend.
Ryan Hicks
May 18, 2012
Tommy was a great man and cared so much about others. MTAA will never be the same without him. He was my basketball coach when I was younger and a great friend to our family. He will be greatly missed.
Joan Buniski Groves
May 18, 2012
Tom was a great man. Everyone growing up in the MTAA has fond memories of his love and dedication to our development in athletics and as young people. He and Mickey were also wonderful neighbors. He will be missed.
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