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Tom Karstetter Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 9, 2016.

Tom Karstetter, 59, was born in Gardner, Kansas on September 3, 1956. He passed away on March 9, 2016 in Kansas City at Research Hospital.

His parents were Orville and Iolene Karstetter who preceded him in death.

He is survived by two sisters, Deborah Barbour of Independence and Victoria Chance of Kansas City. He is also survived by a niece and nephew, as well as two great-nieces and two great- nephews.

Tom lived most of his life in Olathe, Kansas and earned his GED at Johnson County Community College. He was an auto and small engine mechanic for most of his life. He also worked in construction for a few years.

His passions were playing golf and his family and friends. If anybody was in need of help or companionship, he was there. He had a great smile and always acted as if he was in a great mood.

He was a wonderful brother, a great friend and he will be dearly missed.

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March 3, 2019

Dave Hannon

I still miss u buddy.! I have a snow blower that could use your ability to fix and repair things both small and large. Most all I miss having u around as my friend. Youre sorely missed in my life.
Ill see u again up there in heaven hopefully someday, but not too soon.
Dave Hannon

March 23, 2016

Kim Gillard

From the guys and I at Mower Doctor, Tom will be will be greatly missed. Always had a smile, no matter what. Don't worry Tom, they don't have computers in Heaven!

March 19, 2016

I've known Tom since third grade.He was quite a character growing up. I'll always remember Tom every time Ipass a softball field, golf course or .... a cigareete machine, now if we could just find the 35 cents we need for a pack. He was a genuinely friendly guy and will be missed. Rest in peace T-Ray. I'm away on vacation so I'll miss the service. Vickie, Jim and Debbie, my most heartfelt condolences. Jim Steele

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March 16, 2016

Vicki Christensen

My sincere condolences to all of the family. I will always have fond memories of Tommy Ray. I know he will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace Tom.
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March 16, 2016

Lori Steele

One of the nicest and most pleasant gentleman I have ever met. I cant recall a time that I heard an angry word come out of his mouth (softball exemption here). If Tom was your friend, he was your friend for life. Thank you Tom for the kind words, great softball and fun times. To your friends and family, I bid you peace.

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March 12, 2016

I miss you a lot good buddy. You were there for me in good times and bad. Your friendship was tops in my book and I will sorely miss you.
Dave Hannon and family

March 10, 2016

Dave and sue devlin

May his sweet soul rest in peace. May all of us take a moment to remember the good times. Wishing peace and comfort to his family and good friends.

March 10, 2016

Larry Cheever

Gone away to soon. We had a lot more to do.We had a lot of good times together that ill keep close to me.U left me now to have to play golf with Ed & Vance without You. Tks a lot. Ill get you for that one. Your Friend forever.O ya when I get my 1st Hole in One Ill have a cold one for You Bud.

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