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Keith Tomnitz Obituary

Tomnitz, Keith A. 45 of Overland, Saturday, December 18, 2010. Beloved father of Kelsey and Anna Tomnitz; dear son of Betty and the late Robert Tomnitz; dear brother of Sherry (Keith) Uebelein and Brian (Carol) Tomnitz; dear uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. Keith was a general contractor for the National Hot Rod Association. Memorials that benefit his children will be appreciated. Services: Memorial Gathering at BAUMANN COLONIAL CHAPEL, 2504 Woodson Rd., Overland, Wed., Dec. 22, 4-8 p.m. Share condolences and memories at www.baumannchapel.com

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Dec. 21, 2010.

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December 28, 2010

Ms Betty and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers will be often for peace and comfort as you go through this time of sorrow.

The Bruners

Heather Hope

December 25, 2010

What a great guy Keith was. He will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and especially his two little girls who were always referred to as his princesses he loved them so much. My heart aches and he will always be in our thoughts and prayers and never be forgotten:(

December 24, 2010

Dear Betty, you are in our prayers and they will be that our sweet Lord will give you peace and select for you the most beautiful of memories of your son.
Love from your friend, Bud Watson

Laura Contreras-Rust

December 23, 2010

Betty and family,

No words can express the heartfelt sadness during your loss. Keith was always a great friend and it was a pleasure getting to know him when traveling and working with NHRA. Keith was always my hotel lobby/pools side converstion person late at night after a race. He spoke very highly of you and the girls. He loved you all very much. He will always have a special place in my heart and I will miss him dearly.

Kathy Samarzich

December 22, 2010

Betty,
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort in his loving memories.God Bless you at this very sad time.
Kathy (Erwin)

Pat Martin

December 22, 2010

Betty and Family,
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours,May GOD bring you comfort and peace during this trying time."
Sincerely your friend -Pat Martin ' 60

Tim Rasmussen

December 22, 2010

Betty,

I was fortuntate to work with Keith and spend a lot of time with him. We had a lot of fun times at the track and away from the track. He was a good spirited person and would do anything for you. I remember conversations we had where Keith would tell me how he would look up to his mother, not just as a mom, but as his best friend. He also always wanted to be with his 2 daughters and he missed them dearly. Keith will be greatly missed.

Darwin& Ruth Groff & family

December 22, 2010

Betty & Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers! I worked with Keith both at GM Wentzville and at NHRA. I loved having Keith as my Friend and I will Miss Him Dearly!! The Keith I will always remember would give you the shirt off his back and help you in any way you needed. Even help you to just laugh when you needed it. Keith will be sadly missed by all who knew him! So Sorry For Your Loss!! May God Bless You and Comfort You in Your Time of Sorrow! signed, GARVIN

Wanda Hydar

December 22, 2010

Betty & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. It is never easy losing a loved one, but your son's memory will remain in your heart forever. God Bless.

Sherry, Keith, Caleb, Luke,Rachel, Mary Joy

December 22, 2010

To my brother, Keith~
As I go thru pictures of you, Brian, and myself, there were many fun times growing up. Thanks for stepping in to help so many people thru the years, you were a friend to so many. We will watch over your sweet girls

Brian,Carol,Trenton,Holli

December 22, 2010

I will miss you brother, you helped many,many people on a blazing humid summer st.louis day when their ac would'nt work, or on a fridgid winter night when they had no heat, and asked for little to nothing in return. i will think of u everytime i hear a G&R song. R.I.P.

Brian, Carol, Trenton, Holli

December 22, 2010

I will miss you brother,
you helped out many,many people when there ac would not work on a blazing summer st.louis day, and on a fridgid winter night when their furnace would not work, and asked for nothing in return. i will think of you when i hear G&R. R.I.P

Donie Butts

December 21, 2010

Kieth was a one in a million guy. He was always there to help out and jumped right in whenever needed. You are always going to watch over us and you may be the safety safari Angel on our shoulders. Miss you buddy

December 21, 2010

I met Keith when I worked a couple of NHRA events in 2008 and even had the pleasure of picking him up at the airport once. He was always pleasant and friendly towards me. He will be missed. My condolences to you and your family. - Audrey M R

Dave Inouye

December 21, 2010

I had the great pleasure of working with Keith for the past three years at various races around the country. He was always quick to give you a laugh and a smile. He will be missed.

Brad Windler

December 21, 2010

Betty-You and your family have my Sympathies. I had the pleasure of Keith's help at several races around the country. Keith always worked hard. He saved me from alot of tight jams at the race track. I pray the Lord will be with you in this time of sadness.

Dana B

December 21, 2010

Worked with Keith at many NHRA national events. What a cool demeanor hard worker. Nothing seemed to phase him always nice and smiling. He will be missed.

Art L

December 21, 2010

I had the pleasure of working with Keith in 2008. I have nothing but pleasant thoughts and fond memories of the time I spent with him. Hope to see him again at Heaven's Raceway Park Finals.

Jim Glen

December 21, 2010

Betty - I wish I really knew what to say at this time, but I dont
please remember that you have a lot of friends and people who love you including me.
Jim Glen

Ruth L

December 21, 2010

I met Keith through the NHRA. He was always kind and easy to get along with. I will never forget his deep voice and sense of humor. May your own memories of time spent with him bring you peace.

December 21, 2010

Betty and faamily, so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, you all are in our prayers at this difficult time, God Bless you all, cherish the memories.
Ida Ron, Jen, Drake and Peak Dunker

Jeannine & Marshall Saye

December 21, 2010

Sorry we cannot be there, but know that many prayers are being said.

Janet Scott

December 21, 2010

Betty

I am so sorry that you have lost your son. May God bless you and your family during your sorrow.

Janet Scott

Roger and Sherry

December 21, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless you

carol hathaway

December 21, 2010

Dear Betty & family:
Words cannot express the sadness and hurt I feel for you and your family. I will always have the foundest memories of him and all the good times we had together when he was growing up.
God bless you all and I will continue to pray for everyone and hope you can find some peace in your hearts.
Luv U,
Carol & Thomas

JoAnn (Williams) Croce

December 21, 2010

Betty, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this sad time. Keep his memory alive by sharing stories of him with his children. Let them know that they have a very special angle watching over them. God Bless.

Welhisco Alumni Club

December 21, 2010

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

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