Thomas Peksa, Jr.

Roseville, MN (formerly of Racine) – Thomas Peksa, Jr., 52, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Roseville on Wednesday, October 25, 2006 after losing his courageous battle with cancer. Tom was born in Milwaukee on May 6, 1954 to Thomas and June (nee: Basel) Peksa, Sr. A 1972 graduate of J.I. Case High School, he went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts from Metropolitan State University of Minnesota on January 22, 1994 and an Associate in Applied Science for computer network engineering from St. Paul Technical College on August 3, 2001. Employed as a radiology technician for over 25 years, Tom also was certified and licensed in many related areas from various x-ray based schools. He was a computer enthusiast, to say the least, and was an accomplished baseball player in his younger years. Surviving are his beloved parents, Thomas and June Peksa, Sr.; sisters, Cynthia (Dan) McCabe, Laura (Frank) Anchondo and Patricia Peksa, all of Racine; Goddaughter, Michelle (Dan) Pederson; special friend, Donna Holweger and her family; 9 nieces and nephews; many other special relatives and friends. In accordance with Tom’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating Tom’s life will be held in the funeral home, 4600 County Line Rd., on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 7:00 pm with Rev. Mark R. Jones officiating. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Thursday from 5-7 pm. Private interment will be held in Holy Family Cemetery, Hwy 31.