Thomas Baele Obituary
Thomas Baele, born on April 27, 1936, passed away on September 19, 2026. Thomas leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Alfons Baele and Florence Baele (Breyfogle); his siblings, Julius, Lawrence, Agnes and Patricia; and his grandsons, Joe Croegaert and Barrett Lawson.
He is survived by: his wife Doris Baele (Haverback); his sisters, Mary Elaine Ahlgren and Doris Ann Baele; his siblings-in-law, Marvin Haverback (Annawan) and Sister Betty Jean Haverback; and his children, Lorraine Ufheil (Eric), Lu Anne Coppejans (Kenny), Lanette Croegaert (Jerry), Lavern Baele (Vickie), Lynn Baele, Lyle Baele (Deanna) and Loren Baele (Jennifer). He is also survived by his family and cherished his role as "Papa" to his 17 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Annawan-Alba Fire and Rescue and Sacred Heart Cemetery.
