Former Oaklander Loses all in Tornado

June 1

Destruction of the house and buildings outside of Val and Brian Baker’s in rural Wakefield. Photos Courtesy of Connie Peterson.

6^th was a very frightening day for many people in Eastern Nebraska as meteorologists indicated there was a good chance of severe storms, and possibly tornadoes, in Eastern Nebraska. They weren’t wrong. Many areas in the state suffered loss of their homes, places of work, and their community they reside in.

A former Oakland resident and her husband fell victim to a tornado that day, losing her home of many years and most of their possessions.

Val (Carlson) Baker and her husband Brian of rural Wakefield, NE are among the many people to have endured such a tragedy that day. Val is formerly from Oakland, NE and is a 1972 graduate of Oakland-Craig High School. She is the sister of Connie Peterson of Oakland, NE. “Their home was located five miles south of Wakefield. If you are willing to donate gift cards please send them to me at 112 S. Fried Avenue in Oakland, Ne. 68045 and I will get them to Val and Brian” stated Connie. “If you have any questions, please contact me at 402-685-5115.”

If you want to send a check to the above address, please make the check out to Val and Brian Baker.

“Val and Brian appreciate everyone’s thoughts, prayers and assistance at such a terrible time for them,” Connie said.