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Born to Robert and Marian (Schuler) Fettkether on December 13, 1951, Thomas Robert loved life. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy. Tom worked as a Control Supervisor at Cedar Rapids Water Pollution Control before his retirement. He enjoyed spending time in the home he owned over 40 years.
He was a funny man, with a wickedly stupid humor. Tom loved his grandkids even more than his four wonderful daughters. He was an avid collector of guns, knives, and Star Wars memorabilia. Free time would find him out fishing.
Tom is survived by his children, Carolyn (Steve) Walker, Christina Fettkether, Meagan (Shane Patterson) Fettkether, and Bridget Fettkether; grandchildren, Madyson, Mackenzie, Ayanna, Jacob, Asia, Haley, and Kameron; great-grandchildren, Mehlani, Hayes, Arbor, Adonis, Kairo, Sawyer, Reign, and Laylen; and siblings, Fred (Annie) Fettkether, Bill (Teresa) Fettkether, and Sharon (Kurt) Rothbart. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Carol Fettkether.
A celebration of Tom's life will be announced at a later date, allowing friends and family to come together and honor his memory. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to the family.
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DeWayne Schminkey
November 13, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss.
I worked with Tom and always had a great time with him. He was always doing or saying something that would make people laugh. He will be missed.
Prayers to the family of Tom.
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