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Tom "Snake" Dakin

February 3, 1952 — December 26, 2012

It is with broken hearts that we tell you that our husband, dad, brother, and friend, Tom Dakin, age 60 of Appleton, passed away on Wednesday, December 26, 2012. Tom was born on February 3, 1952 to the late John and Ruth (Washburn) Dakin. He graduated from Antigo High School in 1970 and attended Northcentral Technical College for welding after graduating. Tom married the love of his life, Cindy Kaplanek, on April 23, 1977 and spent 35 wonderful years together. He proudly worked for CNW, WC, FRVR, and CN Railroads for thirty six years and retired on his 60th birthday. Tom greatly enjoyed hunting and fishing with his friends Mike, Tim, and Ryan. He also loved to travel, weld garden art, shoot horseshoes, and play pool. However, what Tom enjoyed doing most was spending time with his son, Dustin.

Tom is survived by his loving wife Cindy; son, Dustin (girlfriend Mallory); siblings: Karl (Ronee) Dakin, Jackie (Jim) Zalewski, and Mickey (Tom) Reimer; brother-in-law, Randy (Penny) Kaplanek; sister-in-law, Cherie (Chuck) LaHam; nieces and nephews: Matthew (Lauren) and Lauren Dakin, Sarah and Ashley Reimer, and Cody and Casey Kaplanek. He was preceded in death by his parents; parents-in-law, Ray and Beverly Kaplanek; brother-in-law, Corky Kaplanek.

A memorial service for Tom will be held at the WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME TRI-COUNTY CHAPEL on Saturday, December 29, 2012 at 1 PM with hours of visitation from 11 AM until the time of service. Tim Albrecht will officiate services. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Tom's name.

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