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David Thomas "Tom" Alger

David Alger Obituary

Alger, David Thomas "Tom," 51, of Syracuse, Neb., passed away Sunday, July 27, 2008. He was born in Reno, Nev., on July 29, 1956, to Leslie and Leila (Hughes) Alger. Tom is survived by his life partner, Barbara Benner of Syracuse, Neb.; sisters, Louise and husband, Mac McIver of Nev., Martha Korsen of Calif., Sydney McDonald of Nev., Gloria and husband, Pedro Ontero of Nev.; brother, Harold and wife, Char Alger of Ore.; numerous nieces and nephews; stepchildren, Meghan and husband, John Stone of Kan., Austin and wife, Crystall Benner of Colo.; granddaughter, Alexis. Tom is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, John Paul and Carl David. Honorary pallbearers: Austin Benner, John Stone, Ken McCabe, Ron Swihart, Len Gabriel, Harold Alger. Memorial service 4 p.m. Thursday, Fusselman Wymore Funeral Chapel, 644 Park St., Syracuse, Neb. (402) 269-2441. Family suggests memorials to Holy Family Shrine.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Jul. 30, 2008.

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Mitch Cruse

August 5, 2008

My prayers are with you during these trying times, i knew tom for 2 years while working at Printco, tom was very calm, understanding and very supportive.

My prayers are with you...

Bill Fant

July 31, 2008

Very sorry to learn of Tom's passing. I worked with him for awhile in Reno and thinking of his friendship, easy manner and wry humor provides some of the few valued memories from that time. All the best in Doo-Dah and beyond, Tom.

Julie Stocker

July 30, 2008

Barb,

Tom was a wonderful person and I feel so blessed to have known him. All my love and prayers are being sent to you.

Lisa and Tyler Hale

July 30, 2008

Tom was such a unique and genuine person and he will certainly be missed by many people...I know we will never forget him. Our love and prayers are with you now and always.

Maranda Perez

July 30, 2008

I worked with Tom on 2nd shift for a few years at Printco. He was a super person to know and work with.
He will be missed. My condolences to Barb and the rest of his family.

Steve and Laurie Benner

July 30, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Shirley Ricke

July 30, 2008

Barb, I am so sorry to hear about David, our thoughts and prayers are with you! God Bless!

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