- Thomas Walter Larabee, 72, died unexpectedly at home on May 15, 2014, with his loving wife Monica at his side. Tom was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather and will always be remembered for his humor, generosity, and wisdom. He was a fabulous cook who was at home entertaining and making huge family meals at the cottage on Silver Lake. Tom could fix anything, and was a willing volunteer to devise a solution for any problem. He was quick with a joke and could light up a room with laughter. Tom was a fantastic story teller and could recall vivid details about his travels and adventures around the world.
Tom was the only child of Frank & Evelyn (Wunderlich) Larabee. He grew up in Appleton and later moved to Midland, Michigan where he attended high school. Tom attended college in Colorado where he fell in love the mountains and skiing, which he passed along to his family. He is survived by Monica Larabee, his wife of 32 years. Children Kevin & Elaine Larabee, Eden Prairie, MN, Roisin & Gary Laskin, Edina, MN, Kelly Larabee and Bill Morlan, Phoenix, AZ, and Eian and Jennifer McKinley, Castle Rock, CO. His grandchildren, Andrea and Joey Larabee, Max and George Laskin, Adelaide and Oliver Morlan, and Kyra, Seth, Maya, and Levi McKinley. He led by example and leaves a legacy of gracious love for his family and friends.
A celebration of his life will be held at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, May 20, 2014, at Neenah's Westgor Funeral Home. The visitation will be held Tuesday from 3:30 PM until the hour of service. In lieu of flowers a memorial is being established for the Salvation Army.
Westgor Funeral Home
205 W. Doty Ave.
Neenah 722-7151
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www.westgorfuneralhomes.com
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Abt 1942 - 2014 (~ 72 years)
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d. 11 Sep 1973 (Age 57 years)
