Kevin B. Bakker
September 26, 1968 - February 8, 2013

"The best thing ever in my life was You. The hardest and still most challenging thing in my life is not having my best friend there. I miss you. I can't even try to describe how much I miss you and our family. You made me laugh. You help me and listened when I cried-sometimes you would joke and I could not cry if I wanted to. You were and are my special half. I am amazed I keep waking up because the pain is still so unbearably strong. I figured Id die in my sleep from a heart ace but I keep ticking along. You gave me strength. I enjoyed you. I enjoyed you letting my gut out dear or shingle house with you. I enjoyed your scent and your warmth. Your smile. Your words of wisdom. You are the smartest man I know and the best cook. I never wanted to eat out because they suck dust and your meals were 5 star. You were great and encouraging and loving. You listened and cared and had a wonderful since of humor. Everything you enjoy, I do as well. It sure is hard when all of a sudden you have nothing. Not even a best friend. What do you want me to do? Help me. I need you. I smile but really all day I cry for you. Nothing or anyone will ever replace the love we had for one another. I thank God for you. You made me be a better person. I miss you soo much. Take Care of Jonah. Wrap your arms around him everyday and tell him it is from mommy. Tell him I am proud of him. I know when I get to Heaven Jonah will have so many talents because everything he does, you will be there teaching him and encouraging him. I miss you always and everyday the pain is still there. It is hard and unfair. Your not just my husband and my lover but you are my best friend and I miss you- my best friend. "

"We are very sorry to hear of your loss and sorrow. We are praying for the family and friends. May God give you all some comfort and peace through this grief and pain. Our sincerest sympathy, The Ottumwa Pizza Ranch"

"I have so very many fond memories of Kevin. I worked with him at Risen Son for one year. He was a wonderful man with a huge heart. He loved his children. He spoke of them often. My heart goes out to his fiance' and family left behind. Trust in God and know that one day you will all be reunited again. The video was a beautiful tribute to all!"

"I am deeply sorry for the loss of Kevin. My heart breaks for Michelle, his beautiful children, and all of his family and friends. Kevin had a wondeful heart and was a gentle soul. He could light up a room with his laughter. His love for Michelle and his children was very evident to anyone who knew him. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. ~Author Unknown "

"To the family of Kevin and Jonah, We are sorry for your loss. We had supper at Pizza Ranch this past fall and had a nice visit with Kevin. He made the best pizza. You are in our thoughts and prayers . Anita and Gary Heath and family. "

"To Larry Bakker and family. We are so sorry for your loss. May our Lord Jesus wrap you all in his arms of comfort. Prayers for you all. God Bless, Dennis and Sue Clark Family"

"Aunt Evelyn and family, We are so, so sorry for your loss, and will be thinking of you tomorrow. Keeping all of you - and the Holmes family - in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, The Luttikhuizen family"

"So very sorry to all of you for your loss. May our Lords unwavering Grace wrap His arms around you, and give you His peace. Our prayers are with you all. "

"To the Bakker and Holmes families....our prayers are with you at this sad time. We didn't get to meet Kevin or Jonah, but worked alongside his brother, Larry BAKKER. Sorry for your loss. Lawrence J. LACOMA III, and family."

"To the Bakker and Holmes families my heart goes out to you both and my family will be in prayer for you all. I did not have the pleasure of meeting Kevin or Jonah but I have worked with Lary Bakker Kevin's brother. My deepest condolences. Karl Koch "

"My deepest sympathies to Evelyn and the family, Kevin's kids and to Michelle. Kevin was an amazing person who had a personality that was contageous. Everyone around Kevin always had a smile on their face. Although I haven't talked to Kevin in many years, I think of him often. I have found myself sitting or driving somewhere and seeing a set of railroad tracks, and apple tree, a pheasant, a duck, a deer really anything out doors and I would ask myself, I wonder what Kevin is doing today? I was very fortunate to have many childhood and teenage adventures with Kevin. He was able to turn a simple hunting, fishing or camping trip to the river in Doon into an unforgetable adventure. It was never an ordinary adventure either, but one that makes me crack a smile everytime I drive past some of those spots we hunted, fished or just floated down. Kevin was great at making memories. When I think about Kevin and I don't think about hunting or going down the railroad tracks as kids, I think about his fine selection High School automobiles. Whether it was the Station Wagon, the Chevelle or the Cordoba, they all had stories to tell when he was done with them. I often rolled out of the pasenger seat laughing histerically and thinking, "I didn't know you could that to/in a car". I was very fortunate to be able to spend many hours of our teen years with Kevin. Many of those hours were spent at the bakery in Hull. Althought it was a job I think everyone there all have a lot of crazy memories from that place. Kevin had an amazing abiltiy to work extremely hard and have fun while doing it. Kevin you were a great Man and I am proud to call you a friend. Rest in Peace "

"Want to extend our sympathy to Kevin's family, brothers, sisters, and mom. It's such a tragedy to lose someone so young. Know that he is resting in peace with GOD in heaven."

"My deepest sympathies to the Bakker family. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Although I hadn't seen or talked to Kevin in quite some time, what I remember is how laughter seemed to surround him. His quick wit and love of life just made everyone around him smile. I know for certain our next class reunion will be short on laughs without him there."

"Our sympathy goes out to the Bakker Family. Kevin was a great co worker and leader at Pizza Ranch. He very proud and spoke often of his kids and family. Kevin will be missed. Terry Veldman"

"Praying for your family at this very sad time. Cherish your precious memories."

"Your memories will live on! Rest in peace Uncle Kev. You will be missed dearly."

"Dear Bakker Family - We are grieving with you in your loss and are parying for God's grace even in this really hard situation. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily as we lift you up to to one who died and rose again! Billo and Darci Dreise"

"TO my family I'm so sorry of the loss of Kevin and Jonah!! I can't imagine what you and Michelle are going through!! All I can remember is Kevin was the cousin that stood up for me when you other cousins picked on me and Chad!! I love you all and will never forget the man and father he was!!"

"To the Bakker family, So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. "

"My thoughts and prayers are with you all! Lisa and Rodney, I continue to hold you dear to my heart and keep saying those prayers for comfort..LOVE YOU!"

"My heart goes out to Michelle and the Bakker family. There are not words to express the saddness but my thoughts and prayers are with you. Kevin was a good man and Jonah a beautiful child. May you find strngth and peace in the fact that God will surely hold them in the palm of his hand until you meet up with them again in heaven."

"I remember Kevin as always giving me a hard time when we were younger, all out of fun!! Kevin, Michelle, the children, and the Baker family are in my thoughts and prayers. "

"I worked with Kevin at Pizza Ranch. Always enjoyed arguing politics with him. Our views may have differed, but our philosophy's in life were always the same. He was a hard worker, and all around nice guy. He used to take hunting trips with wounded vets, something I totally respected. I only got to know him for 5 months, but the guy could easily grow on ya. He was always so happy when Michelle and the kids came in, you could tell he really loved them all by the way he treated them and that huge smile on his face, and the way he would just light up when they were there. We're all gonna miss him at the ranch."

"I am thankful to have known Kevin for several years. He has been a part of our annual deer camp in Nebraska most years. Such and kind and humorous friend. Liked to have a good time and was always helpful and positive. Loved seeing Kevin, Michelle and the boys at pool parties and birthday celebrations at Kyle and Halli's. Such a great couple and family. "

"working with kevin at rison son, he helped me study for my nurse exam, he made me laugh."

"I met kevin while working with him for 2 yrs...he truely made an impact in my life...such an amazing friend!!...I will never forget all the great memories...also met Michelle at work,it was so much fun going out with them one yr on Halloween and New Years Eve....she's an amazing lady,she gets stronger everyday!...Kevin,I'm blessed to have known you in my life!!! I will never forget you!!!....."

"Our sympathy and prayers go to the Bakker family. We are so sorry."

"I Will Miss Kevin's good Humor and caring thoughts. He was so good to Michelle and the Kids."

"Even though the years drew us apart, I will never forget all the good times we had together growing up! Kevin stood beside me through alot growing up. He will truly be missed! I have you all in my thoughts and prayers. Love you Kevin and see you in heaven someday!"

"I met Kevin at Elizabeth Burgos's wedding where Michelle was the maid of honor. Michelle and I went to high school together. We sat beside them almost the entire reception (had to get up and dance too) :) My favorite memory was him telling my boyfriend and I how much he loved Michelle and you do whatever you can to make a marriage work. They were very happy and he was hilarious playing the dancing games."

"Michelle and Bakker Family, So Sorry to hear about Kevin. He was a great co worker and a friend to everyone. His great personality and smile will be missed truely. God Bless you all."

"We will miss you Uncle Kevin. Love you always!"

"Cannot believe that you are gone! I love you and miss you Uncle Kev!"

"I will never forget you kevin... See you in heaven! "