Father Thomas Baima, who served in top roles in Archdiocese of Chicago, dies at 69

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A priest who served in a number of top roles in the Archdiocese of Chicago has died.

Father Thomas Baima was 69 years old.

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Baima spent more than 20 years at Mundelein Seminary, most recently as provost and professor.

ABC7's Alan Krashesky talked with him a few years back.

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Cardinal Blase Cupich will be the main celebrant at his funeral on Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m. at the Mundelein Seminary Chapel.