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CARL JOSEPH CAPRA Sr.

1925 - 2015

CARL JOSEPH CAPRA Sr. obituary, 1925-2015, Kansas City, MO

BORN

1925

DIED

2015

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Passantino Bros. Funeral Home - Kansas City

2117 Independence Boulevard

Kansas City, Missouri

CARL CAPRA Obituary

Carl Joseph Capra, Sr., 90, Overland Park, Kan., passed away Friday, September 4, 2015. Visitation will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, at Cure of Ars Catholic Church, 9401 Mission Rd., Leawood, KS 66206, where the Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to the Parkinson Research Foundation: www.parkinsonhope.org Carl was born May 22, 1925, in Kansas City, Mo., to Sam and Lucy (Tripp) Capra. He was a 1943 graduate of Northeast High School where he was an Interscholastic League Football All-Star. He served as a signalman in the U.S. Navy during WWII. Carl retired as an administrative manager from Owens Illinois. He was an avid Notre Dame and KU fan, and enjoyed coaching. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 65 years, Joan Capra, in 2012; and his brother and sister-in- law, Salvatore and Sarah Capra. Carl is survived by his children, Carl Capra Jr. (Debbie), Lucia Ornelas (Jose), Jerry Capra (Christine), Frank Capra, and Liz Mease (J.R.); his grandchildren, James Morton (Gayle), Michelle Homan (Elliott), Maria Ornelas, Shelby Kuhns; sisters- in-law and brother-in-law, Gerry Donelian, Don and Ginny McGraw; and many nieces and nephews. The family offers a special thank you to Catholic Charities of NE Kansas for the care given to Carl. Online condolences may be offered at www.passantinobros.com Passantino Bros. Funeral Home & Cremations. Family Owned. www.passantinobros.com (816) 471-2844

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Published by Kansas City Star on Sep. 6, 2015.

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September 12, 2015

We are very sorry for the loss of your father. Many thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Your cousins- Savina Guarino and family- Mary Ann, Paula, Tony, and Paul Aquinas

September 9, 2015

Carl and Family,

I am sorry to hear of your father's passing. My prayers are with you and your family.

Al Babich

Margie Keary

September 8, 2015

We are very sorry for the loss of our Uncle Carl. I am related to Uncle Carl by my mother's father, Joseph Capra. I am glad I was able to see him at Aunt Sara's mass just a few weeks ago.

September 8, 2015

Liz and Jerry and family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. He will be remembered fondly by many, no doubt. God's comfort and peace to you.
Sincerely,
Gene and Debbie Duckworth

Tom Sciortino

September 8, 2015

Coach Capra, Jerry and Family,
Sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Victoria Sciortino and Family

Barbara Schrader

September 8, 2015

Know that my prayers and spirit are with you as you say goodbye to another parent. He says hello to God and those who have gone before him, especially your mom, his parents, Aunt Helen and my parents. May you be comforted knowing that he rejoices. Your cousin,

Anita Danneberg

September 7, 2015

Dear Capra Family, So sorry to hear about the loss of your dear father. My Dad , Anthony Manzo, shared a room at Overland Park Place with your Dad. It was so touching to see the loving care his children gave to their beloved father. He was blessed!!! Anita Manzo Danneberg

Bill & Denise Harnden

September 6, 2015

Dear Capra Family, Bill and I offer our deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved father. He was a very kind man. May your memories and Christ's promise of everlasting life sustain you during the days and weeks ahead. Love to all, Bill and Denise Harnden

Dan French

September 6, 2015

Carl,

Bless you at this tough time and know our hearts are with you. Our Dads started out in the ole KC town and followed very similar paths, both of them rough and tough athletes and Navy men and sports were a big part of their lives. May the fond memories and legacy comfort you!

God Bless You!

Dan & Dee

joe digirolamo

September 6, 2015

CARL,JERRY,& Families: so sorry for your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I remember how he loved sports just like all the boy's did. God Bless.
Joe & Cathy DiGirolamo
Naples,FL.

Bob

September 6, 2015

I am grateful for the life of Mr. Capra. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.

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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Cure of Ars Catholic Church

9401 Mission Rd., Leawood, KS

Sep

9

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

Cure of Ars Catholic Church

9401 Mission Rd., Leawood, KS

Sep

9

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Mount Olivet Cemetery

MO

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2117 Independence Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64124

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