Lars William Nagel

Lars William Nagel Aug. 22, 1954 - May 15, 2007 Resident of Alamo Beloved husband of Cathy Nagel and devoted father of Carlie Nagel; youngest son of Karl and Ilona Nagel; brother of Eric Nagel and Joanne Connolly; treasured son-in-law of Tony and Marge Bartkoski; brother-in-law to Bob and Sandy Bartkoski; and caring uncle to Karen Nagel, Alfred Shaw and Sophia Siskel, and Becky and Tony Bartkoski. Lars was born in Chicago, Illinois, and graduated from Frankfurt International School in 1972. He then attended the American College of Switzerland and graduated from New England College of New Hampshire with a degree in business. Lars worked in the telecommunications industry for the past 30 years enjoying high praise and success, and a genuine camaraderie with his peers. He enjoyed participating in whitewater rafting, snow skiing, golfing, soccer, basketball, and track and field. His love and knowledge of sports made him a natural mentor and coach, as well an appreciative spectator for his daughter Carlie. Lars touched many of our lives with his quick-witted sense of humor, his competitive spirit, and his intense passion for athletics and life. Lars was diagnosed with chondrosarcoma, a rare form of cancer, two years ago. He bravely fought the disease with love and support of his family and many wonderful friends. Family and friends are invited to his Funeral Mass on Saturday, May 19, 2007 at 1 p.m. at St. Isidore's Catholic Church, 440 La Gonda Way, Danville, CA. Cathy and Carlie invite you to a reception celebrating the Life of Lars immediately following the Mass in the St. Isidore's Room. Donations can be sent in memory of Lars Nagel to the Bruns House, 2849 Miranda Ave., Alamo, CA 94507. Wilson & Kratzer - Danville (925) 820-2999