Tom Weatherman

Tommy Daryl Weatherman, 62, of Camby, suddenly passed from this life after battling cancer for the last thirteen years on Saturday, April 18, 2020, while in his residence. He was born on September 30, 1957, in Greencastle, to Merold and Mary Mae (Lewis) Weatherman. The youngest of three boys, Tom was raised on a farm, where hard work and daily chores were put towards raising horses and cows. A past member of Amo Methodist Church, he held strong Christian morals and was religious to attended Sunday services followed by Gray’s Cafeteria with his family while growing up. After graduating from Cascade High School with the class of 1975, he worked in construction, then drove a dump truck where he met the love of his life in the McDonalds Drive-thru. He was united in marriage with Lauri (Baker) Weatherman on August 19, 1989; to whom he shared a very close friendship and a cherished daughter, Rachel. Most proud to be a father, his life was given purpose and took on a whole new meaning. When the deterioration of his health took away his ability to work, he bravely asked to switch roles with Lauri and became a stay at home dad, private chauffeur and homemaker. Always interested in space and stars, he liked to watch sci-fi and marvel movies, he also liked to drive his wife around, do funny things to embarrass Rachel, tinker on projects around the house and play video games with the kids. Primarily residents of Mooresville, the Weatherman’s moved to Eminence where the decline of his health forced them back to town and recently, they settled in Camby. Known to sometimes harass and engage in fun, his demeanor was bright; allowing him to naturally stand out in a crowd. Full of humor and quick to debate his conservative political views on Facebook, Tom also was firm in his beliefs and would frequently read the Bible that was kept near his bed. In addition, he loved to decorate the house for holidays and established a tradition by letting Rachel pick out an ornament every year for Christmas along with hosting an annual Halloween Party, “Uncle Tom’s chili” was a favorite with the family. He was a sucker for funny animal videos, was quick to move out of the eye of a camera, and he owned a cell phone that he never answered. Above all, he was one heck of a loyal, fun-loving, and devoted family man. Finally at peace and free of cancer, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his father, Merold Weatherman and his father-in-law, Richard “Dick” Baker, he also cherished the memory of a 16-year long fur-friendship that was shared with a sweet mutt named Abby. Survivors include his loving wife and best friend, Lauri (Baker) Weatherman of Camby, adored daughter, Rachel Weatherman of Indianapolis; loving mother, Mary Mae (Lewis) Weatherman of Plainfield; older brothers, Tim Weatherman (wife, Janet) of Putnam County and Terry Weatherman (wife, Heather) of Avon; uncles, James Woody Weatherman (wife, Judy) of Clayton and Robert George Lewis (wife, Magda) of Arizona; mother-in-law, Mignon Sue Baker of Plainfield; sibling-in-laws, Lisa Fairfield (husband, Rick) of Plainfield, Tim Baker of Plainfield and Lana Sweeney (wife, Jennifer) of Cataract; nephews and nieces, Ryan W, Jeremy, Ryan F, Christa, Nick, Elicia and Ashley; along with a beloved 9 year old canine companion, Piper. Cremation Arrangements were entrusted to Light Memorial & Funeral Chapel in Monrovia and due to the Covid-19 virus, closure was received by the immediate family prior to the cremation. Friends and family are invited to gather and Celebrate Tom’s Life at the Monrovia Christian Church, on Saturday, July 11, 2020, from Noon to 3:00 p.m. All attendees are strongly encouraged to take precautions by gathering from a safe distance and provide their own masks to wear throughout the duration of services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Morgan County Humane Society or to benefit Oncology patients at Riley Hospital for Children. To share a favorite story, upload a picture to his online tribute wall, send the family an online condolence, light a candle in his memory or order a sympathy gift please visit www.lightmemorial.com or search social media @monroviafuneralhome.

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Tom Weatherman

September 30, 1957 - April 18, 2020