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1969
DIED
2007
Thomas Badders Obituary
Thomas E. Badders Jr., 38, of St. Augustine was taken to heaven on Aug. 24,2007, at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Fla.
Tom was taken from his beloved family and friends by a sudden brain aneurysm.
Tom was born in the Bronx, N.Y., and had lived in St. Augustine for the past 23 years.
He formally worked at Gator Door before four years ago choosing to become a stay-at-home father. He and his wife aIso own and operate Beach Properties & Management of St. Augustine, Inc.
Tom was a hero dad and a beloved husband, son, and brother. He was a friend to all and loved by all who knew him. He was also an avid New York Yankees and Miami Dolphins fan. He will be dearly missed.
Tom was preceded in death by his brother, Edward W. Badders; his uncle, Edward Pointing; and stepfather, Bill Lorentz.
Tom is survived by his loving and faithful wife, Rikki R. Badders and his sons Christopher Badders, 6, and Colby Badders, 3, all of St. Augustine. Also his mother, Patricia lorentz of San Mateo, his father, Thomas E. Badders Sr., his brother, Steve Badders and his sister Allison Badders, all of St. Augustine.
Also his uncle, Jerry Pointing, and cousins, Gerald Pointing and Renee Hernandez, all of New York. His cousin, Lorraine Wickwire of Davie, Fla., mother-in-law, Nancy Vaughn and her companion Larry Lee of St. Augustine. His father-in-law, Donald Call, his mother-in-law, Maggi Call, his brother-in-law O.J. Call and sister-in-law Melissa Call of Marietta, Ga.
Tom was an organ donor and has gone on to save five lives across the country so far. He will continue to live on through others and always in our hearts.
A memorial service will be held at Craig Funeral Home on August 30 at 2 p.m. with Pastor Ron Moore officiating. A celebration of Tom's life will be held following the service. Information will be available at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers the family is requesting donations be made in Tom's memory to :
The Brain Aneurysm Foundation, 612 East Broadway, South Boston, MA. 02127, 888-BRA1N02 www.bafound.org
Funeral arrangements by Craig Funeral Home &Crematory, www.craigfuneralhome.com
PAID NOTICE
(St. Augustine Record, 8/27/07)
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Badders
Phil Childress
September 6, 2007
I am so sorry for you loss. I knew of Tom but was more a friend to Ed. Ed and I were class of 89. But I always remember Ed talking fondly of his brother. Nikki and Ed please accept my deepest appologies.
Robbie Carlisle
September 4, 2007
Tom I can not believe you have gone so soon. It seems unfair that the good people of this earth seem to leave us so quickly. While so many with the shallow heart will be here for far to long. My prayers for your wife, children, mother, father and brother and all those who will miss you so much. Gods Speed.
Tim Sampson
August 30, 2007
Dear Rikki and the entire Badders family,
Our hearts are once again broken by the sad news of Tom's passing. Another young life has ended much too soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Tom's courage and great love for his family was impressed upon us when Eddie died and we know that love has only deepened through the years. May "the God of all comfort who comforts us in all our tribulation" help all of you through this trialsome time. (2 Cor. 1:3,4)
With all our love,
The Sampson Family
Steve Badders
August 29, 2007
Tom,
Well where do I start? You have taught me so much in life and I am going to be lost without you. Since Ed passed away six years ago, me and you have grown even closer. I just want to let you know that I will always look out after Rikki and the boys. I love you so very much "Baddahs" and miss you more and more with each passing moment. You are the best big brother a guy could ask for. Me, you and Ed will be together again someday. My heart is with you Tom.
Your little Bro,
Steve
RENEE HERNANDEZ
August 29, 2007
TOM, IT IS SO HARD TO BELIEVE YOU ARE GONE. YOU ARE SO LOVED AND WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. YOU ARE OUR ANGEL WATCHING OVER US. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER OUR FUN TIMES GROWING UP. LOVE YOUR COUSIN FOREVER
Melodie Pointing
August 28, 2007
As a poet once said " Miles to go before I sleep". I only wish your sleep had not come so soon. Be at peace. Remember you're loved.
carl and vy howell
August 27, 2007
Thinking of you today and wishing you comfort and peace of mind.
Lou Smith
August 27, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Having met Tom once through his mother, I could tell that he was a wonderful husband, father, and son. May God send his grace to ease your pain.
Allison and Steve Wilson
August 27, 2007
Rikki,
Steve & I send our heart felt sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers to Tom, you, Christopher, Colby and your family. We are so upset hearing that Tom has passed away. He will be missed by so many. We enjoyed having your family as our neighbors & have missed you all since you moved into your new home. Tom was the kind of neighbhor people pray to have live next door. He was always a delight to see even if it was just for a quick wave in the morning as he was bringing Christopher to school. He would always bring a smile to your face. I always knew if I forgot to close the garage door, he'd have my back......and close it for me. And he always wore something related to the Miami Dolphin's. God bless him for being an organ donor. Just another example of how he was always thinking of others. I will miss his kind heart and big smile. He truely loves you and boys. Always speaking of you all with such pride and joy in his eyes. It is truely a sad day for St. Augustine. God Bless you Tom, we miss you!
Brad Meade
August 27, 2007
Tom and I were at a Jaguar game and an angry New England Patriot fan thought he wanted to kick my butt. Tom had been watching most of this from a few steps away and before the guy could start the beating I knew he was going to give me, Tom steps between us and ask the guy, "do you want to finish watching the game or do you want to leave early in an ambulance"? I'm gonna miss him.
That was probably 10 years ago and since then I knew that he was the friend that would be there when you needed him. Sometimes we wouldn't see each other for 6 months at a time and when we got together it was as if we'd been away for a week, our discussions centered around our boys. We both had that in common, proud parents of beautiful, healthy and crazy little boys. I have watched Tom grow and mature, and from what I saw he was a Super Dad and devoted husband, I'm proud to say he was a true friend. I will see him again, but I'm sure gonna miss him until then.
Darlene Dighton-Ayres
August 27, 2007
I use to ride the bus with some of the biggest guys around. At least I thought that when I was growing up they looked pretty big. In that group was Tom Badders. I was in his brother Eddie's class so I knew he was a pretty good guy. I have moved away about 9 years ago and never really stayed in touch with Eddie. I was sad when I found out we lost him, but now to know that we lost the 2nd biggest teddy bear is sad. Tom always looked big and mean, but deep down he was soft and caring. I am glad to know that he had two children to pass along his great traits to, but sadden to know that they are now with out their father. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with your family in the sudden lost not once but now twice. Thank you for giving life to five more people. Those people are very lucky to get a great part of Tom.
Lorraine Wickwire
August 27, 2007
Tom,
I am so proud of the man you grew up to be. You will forever be a part of us all. We love you. Rest in peace.
Lorraine, Lindsey & Sydney
Charlotte Fulkerson-Kidd
August 27, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I was very good friends with Ed in school and I knew Tom as well. I was devistated when I heard about Ed and now Tom, that has to be really hard on the whole family. I will have you all in my prayers and may GOD be with you all.
pam jernigan
August 27, 2007
Hello, this is probably the strangest guest book signing you will receive, as I am a complete stranger to Thomas and his loved ones. My mother recently passed away and I was reading her guest book when I decided to read todays Obits. I was so touched in reading about this man's life that I wanted to say so. It was his young age that first caught my eye and after reading of his life, just wanted to offer my condolences for your great loss. In Sympathy, Pam Jernigan
Laura Ames
August 27, 2007
Tom was a great guy who really loved his family. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Rikki, and your family
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