Thomas Robert Raschke's Obituary
Thomas Robert Raschke, 75
Lakeland – Mr. Thomas R. Raschke passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2019. He was born in Morristown, NJ and came to Lakeland, FL as a child. Thomas worked for GTE for 30 years. He was a U.S. Air Force and Army Reserves veteran. Thomas loved spending time with his family, camping, gardening and bird watching.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Diane Raschke; sons, Craig (Stephanie) Raschke, Ryan (Becky) Raschke all of Lakeland; daughter, Tiffany Harrelson of Brandon, FL; 5 grandchildren, Corey, Austin, Chasidy, Kellcee, Keaton and great grandchild, Austyn.
Visitation will be Wednesday, 10:00 – 11:00am at Gentry Morrison Funeral Home, Serenity Gardens Chapel, 3350 Mall Hill Dr. A graveside service will follow, 11:30am at Socrum Cemetery. Condolences to the family may be offered at www.gentry-morrison.com
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