Thomas Franklin Barton

Thomas Franklin Barton passed away peacefully on July 29th, 2023 in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, formerly of Waupaca and Portage. Thomas was born May 8, 1940 to Leland and Rosella Barton in Endeavor, Wisconsin.

Thomas is survived by his loving wife Cynthia Barton; son Thomas (Rose) Barton, and Gary Barton Sr., grandchildren Joshua, Natasha, Gary Jr, and Tiffany, and three great grandchildren. He is further survived by his brother Robert (Sarah) Barton.

Thomas is preceded in death by his parents Leland and Rosella Barton, son Johnny Barton, great grandson Landon Barton, sister Patricia Nielsen and brother Charles Barton.

Tom proudly served in the US Air Force and loved being stationed in Alaska. He enjoyed woodworking and being in the outdoors, where he would go hunting and he especially loved to go fishing. Tom spent time in his expansive garden and took pride in all the fruits and vegetables he grew. He was often found in the kitchen preparing dishes from recipes passed down through the generations. Tom was a good friend to many and loved to tell stories, some true and some not so true. Either way, he was sure to make you laugh.

A visitation will take place on Saturday, August 12th, 2023 at Pagenkopf Funeral Home (NEW LOCATION: 2228 N. Silver Maple Lane, Oconomowoc, WI 53066) from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm with a Memorial Service to follow where military honors will conclude.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Honor Flight or Fox Valley Veterans Council

(Location of Pagenkopf Funeral Home: We are located just South of Aurora Summit Hospital, east on Delafield Road)