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Michael Artzer Obituary

Michael Joseph Artzer Michael Joseph Artzer, 60, of Topeka, KS died March 6, 2014, at his home. He was born November 12, 1953, in Topeka, the son of Paul and Pat (Blazier) Artzer. Mike was a self-employed auto mechanic and sold cars at Mike's Used Cars. He married Deborah Mosher on February 14, 1993, in Topeka. She survives. Other survivors include his parents, Paul and Pat Artzer, two daughters, Sarah (Jared) Thomann and Michelle Gibbs, three step-children, Tonya (Brian) Corwin, Misty (Anson) Marrow and J.R. Dark, his siblings Datha, Darby and Thomas. Eight grandchildren, Sydney Thomann, Jack Thomann, Tucker Gibbs, Tara Gibbs, Audrey Corwin, Leah Bell, Sophie Bell and Izzy Marrow also survive. Per Mike s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of his life will be at a later date. Memorial contributions may be given to the Stormont-Vail Cancer Center sent in care of the Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home 800 S.W. 6th Avenue, Topeka, Kansas 66603. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.brennanmathenafh.com.
Published by Topeka Capital-Journal from Mar. 7 to Mar. 10, 2014.

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Datha Artzer

February 27, 2025

Wow, it’s hard to believe that you’ve been gone for almost 11 years. It seems like just yesterday when you told me that you were diagnosed with cancer. There’s not a day that goes by that I do not think of you. I love you Mike and I miss you every single day your sis. Datha.

Audrey Corwin

March 15, 2024

Here it is 10 years later.. and there hasn’t been a single day that I haven’t missed you. A lot has happened since you’ve been gone and I wish you could of been here for it all. I still sit here at times when I’m having my issues an think I should call you so I could get some advice but then I remember that you’re no longer with us and it pains me even more than what I’m already feeling at that time.

There is so much more that I could say but I would be sitting here for hours on end. Just know that I love and miss you more than I could ever put into words.

Audrey M Corwin

May 7, 2014

I sit at home an at school an wonder how I'm going to last without a grandfather in my life, you have been here for me for 15 years and now I don't even know what I'm going to do. I sit here an think to myself everyday that I can get through this, but then I think and see my memories, my photos an I start to cry. There is only one song that reminds me of you and that song is "I'll see you again" by Westlife I always listen to that song when you pop into my head and it makes me cry but I somehow get through it. I love and miss you a lot.

misty marrow

March 18, 2014

No words I wright can every say
How much I miss you every day. As the time goes by, the loneliness grows;
How much I miss you No body Knows!
I think of you in silence,
I often speak your name,
But all I have are memories And no photos in a frame. No one knows my sorrow, no one sees me weep,
But the love I have for you is to keep.
I've never stopped loving you I'm sure I never will; Deep inside my heart, You are with me still.
My heart still aches as I whisper low, "I need you and I miss you so."
The things we feel so deeply are often the hardest to say. So I will tell you anyway.
There is a place in my heart that one one else can fill:
I Love You So Dad; And I Always Will
Love Your Daughter Misty Marrow

Jay and Cortni Hurst

March 13, 2014

Sarah and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Pamela Reed

March 12, 2014

To Debbie and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please except our condolences, and may you always think of the good memories you had together. Peace be with you and your family.

Pam Reed and Family
And Sara Copp

Emily Gorman (Roberts)

March 10, 2014

Debbie and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Mike was like an uncle to me. Seeing him so often at my dad's (John Roberts) house. Buying my first car from him at 16. So many memories. He was a great man and will be deeply missed. Rest in paradise Mike. Thoughts and prayers for the family.

Tony Leathers

March 10, 2014

My condolences to Mike's family. Mike was a long time friend and he will be missed.

Mark Fansler

March 10, 2014

Sarah,

Sorry to hear about your dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

March 10, 2014

Mike,

You have always been one of John's closest friends. Thank you for some wonderful memories and thanks for being our 'BEST' man. We will miss you much! RIP. Love John & Heather Roberts.

Butch Iwig

March 10, 2014

My condolences to his family. R.I.P. Mike Artzer.

Jim & Becky Gruber

March 10, 2014

So sorry for your loss! Thoughts & prayers go out to his family!

Doug @ Debbie Ingenthron

March 9, 2014

To Deb and all the family I am very sorry for your loss. Mike was a special friend and a beloved employee.He will be truly missed.

March 9, 2014

mike was friend and a brother,we work together for a couple of years. we hung a lot of rock,drank some beer and raised some hell. he will be missed dearly. love,larry burgess

Kathleen Arbogast

March 9, 2014

Mike was a very nice man. He helped me a lot when my car was wrecked. I am sure he will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Adrian Barnette

March 9, 2014

We'll miss him !

susan blazier summers

March 9, 2014

To all the family we might not see each other much but i think of you guys often i am so sorry for your loss i always thought of mike on nov 12th we shared that birthdate and i always will loves and hugs to you all susan blazier summers

Janice & Emmett Ables

March 9, 2014

It was a wonderful feeling knowing that my sister (Debbie) had such a wonderful husband who took care of her and all their grand children. Mike was a very likable person and enjoyed life to the fullest. Rest in peace my dear and loved brother in law! And remember what I told you (Debbie is my sister and I will always be there for her!) We will all miss you!!

Loren Snell

March 9, 2014

Debbie and family,
So sorry for your loss. For so many years of my childhood Mike was like an extension of my dad. He was always there if I needed a helping hand. Lots of memories that I will always cherish and never forget. You will be in our prayers!
Loren Snell Jr and family

March 9, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Mikes passing. I knew Mike since he was about 10 years old,when I worked with Paul at Otis Lane body shop. I worked with him at jayhawk body shop also. With Mike what you saw was what he was. I am so sorry to see him gone.My sympatkies to the family. Steve Ribelin

Tom Madl

March 9, 2014

Sarah,
So sorry to read of your Fathers passing. You're in my thoughts.
Tom Madl

March 8, 2014

i am very saddened by the loss of my oldest brother,mike although we was never really close i looked up to u i learned alot from u and ill never forget the times we did have,u may have left us physically but youll always remain with us youll never be forgotten,life is just too short but im glad to have u as a brother i love u with all my heart ill never forget u .yourLITTLE BROTHER

DARBY

March 8, 2014

I AM VERY SADDENED BY THE LOSE OF MY BIG BROTHER,HE WAS A MENTOR TO ME AND A VERY GOOD FRIEND TO HAVE.I WILL TRUELY MISS HIM DAILY &CONTINUE TO HOLD ON TO ALL THE MEMORIES THAT WE HAVE CREATED THROUGH THE YEARS. REST IN PEACE....I LOVE YOU!

Dennis Leis

March 8, 2014

My sincere condolences to Debbie and family. I'll always be thankful for all the times Mike helped me out when I needed a hand or advice to see me through a project. I will miss stopping by the shop just to hang out. Mike was a good long time friend. I have a lot of good memories. I will miss him a lot.

Chuck Blazier

March 8, 2014

Dear Debbie & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I am going to miss him a lot . He was like a little brother to me. May he rest in peace.

Uncle Chuck

Audrey M Corwin

March 7, 2014

Dear Poppy,
You were always the grandfather I looked up to when I was down or when I was having problems. I will always be your number one granddaughter. I will always remember the stories that my mother told me when I was younger even though I barely understood most of them till I got older. Even though you have passed away and went to heaven I will always remember our days at the races or when we went to Kentucky to pick up Misty's kids to bring them back to home. I'm glad i got to have you as my grandfather for 15 years I will truly miss you a lot. I Love You Forever & Always. Your Granddaughter Audrey <3.

Tonya Corwin

March 7, 2014

On the behalf of myself,husband,and granddaughter we will all truly miss you.We will keep you in our thoughts,prayers,and we will keep all of the memories that we have had together with you,while you where here. You'll never be forgotten. Love your daughter Tonya.

chuck blazier

March 7, 2014

dearmikeiamsorryididnotgettoseeyouonemoretimeilovedyouwhenyouwerebornandihavelovedyouforsixtyyearsmayyourestinpeaceandiwillkeepyourfamilyinmyprayersyourunclechuck

March 7, 2014

dearmikeiamsorrythatididnotgettoseeyouonemoretimeilovedyouwhenyouwerebornandihavelovedyouforsixtyyearsmayyourestinpeaceyourunclechuckblazier

Tammy Demmitt

March 7, 2014

Datha and family,
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray God's comfort and peace that passes all understanding to each of you as you endure this most difficult journey.

Steve & Janet Snoe

March 7, 2014

We are sorry to hear of Mike's passing.
Our prayers are with you thru these hard times.

Datha Artzer

March 7, 2014

To my dear brother: You are going to be missed dearly. Even though we had our differences throughout the years growing up, I always looked up to you. You will always and forever be in my heart. Love You, SIS

Janet Snoe

March 7, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was a good friend; we were out-laws to the in-laws together. May God bless & keep all his loved ones through these hard times. I will keep you in my prayers.

March 7, 2014

Prayers to our family for we lost our brother Mike we will truly miss you, now is the time to come together and celebrate his life. We love you Mike your brother Tom, Chris, & Kendra

Chad & Jenny Brading

March 7, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. I pray for comfort for your family during the difficult days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Chad & Jenny Brading

March 7, 2014

Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family!

Debbie Artzer

March 7, 2014

Will miss you dearly and will love you forever.

Your Wife Debbie

Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home

March 6, 2014

On behalf of the staff at Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home we would like to extend our sincere condolences to Mike's family.

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