Thomas A. Kaphingst

1961 - 2016

Thomas A. Kaphingst obituary, 1961-2016, Shiocton, WI

Thomas A. Kaphingst

1961 - 2016

BORN

1961

DIED

2016

Thomas Kaphingst Obituary

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Thomas A. Kaphingst, age 55, of Shiocton, passed away at Brewster Village, Appleton, on Wednesday, July 27, 2016. Tom was born on April 30, 1961, in Appleton to Barbara (Thorson) Kaphingst and the late Fred Kaphingst. He was employed as an electrician at Faith Technologies for over 20 years. Survivors include his children, Amanda Kaphingst and Alan Kaphingst; his former wife, Judy Kaphingst; his mother, Barbara Kaphingst; his brother, Dave (Karen) Kaphingst; and his sister, Sue (Jim) Hoier. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 6, 2016, at IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, W7265 School Road, Greenville, with Pastor John Qualmann officiating. Friends may call at the Wichmann Funeral Home, 537 N. Superior Street, Appleton, on Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and again directly at the church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Tom's name. Online condolences may be offered at www.wichmannfargo.com

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Wichmann Funeral Home - Downtown Appleton

537 North Superior Street, Appleton, WI 54911

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August 1, 2016

Julie Uhlenbrauck posted to the memorial.

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August 1, 2016

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Julie Uhlenbrauck

August 1, 2016

Many thoughts & prayers are with Tom's family! So glad he joined Immanuel recently - Enjoy Heaven Baby Face!!

Larry & Susie Young

August 1, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad time.

August 1, 2016

My condolences go out to the family of Tom Kaphingst. I worked with Tom at Faith/Town & Country for the last 20 plus years. He was a great guy and great fellow employee. Words cannot describe how much he will be missed. Terry Flaherty

Tom & Mary Jo Hansel

July 31, 2016

Sue, we are deeply sorry for the loss of your brother. We just want you to know that we're thinking of you....

Monica Bergwall

July 30, 2016

Heaven is a little nicer now with you there Tom. John has been waiting for you. He will show you the ropes.

Lori Grode Warning and Randy Warning

July 30, 2016

Had a lot of fun times with Tom at HHS! Rest in peace dear friend! Hugs and prayers to Tom's entire family.

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