In Remembrance Of
Carroll “Red” Harmeyer
Carroll “Red” Arnold Harmeyer, 84 of Smithville, MO passed away November 5, 2020.
He was born on June 13, 1936 to Arnold and Ida (Winneke) Harmeyer in West Point, IA where he grew up and graduated from West Point High School. Red served his country in the US Air Force as a Sergeant during the Korean War.
He was united in marriage to Barbara Ann Mason. After their marriage they lived in Burlington, IA and in 1965 they moved to Kansas City where they made their home and raised their three children Craig Edward, Judy Lee and Bradly Arnold. Barbara passed away in December of 1987. On December 1, 2001 he was united in marriage to Lois Taylor and in 2004 they moved to Smithville where they made their home.
Red retired from Ecolab in Kansas City. He was a member of the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, the Smithville American Legion Post #58 and the Knights of Columbus. Red enjoyed fishing with his fishing buddies, doing yard work, and golfing especially when he got a hole in one. He loved being around neighborhood kids and was known as Mr. Red or Papa Red. Most of all he loved being with his family, grandchildren and grand dog Relay.
He was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Harmeyer; daughter Judy Hill; son Craig Harmeyer; parents Arnie and Ida Harmeyer; brothers Norb, Donnie, and Dick Harmeyer; and sister Joanne Laughlin.
Red is survived by his wife Lois Harmeyer; son Brad Harmeyer and wife Jennifer; step-daughters Dianne Tompkins and husband Mike and Angie Cornish; grandchildren Rachel, Mason, Cameron and Abby; great-grandchildren Gage and Easton; brother Gary Harmeyer and wife Joan; sisters Donna Mokricky and husband Vic and Mary Ann Asby; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Rosary: 6:00 p.m. with Visitation following until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, November 12th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville
Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 a.m. Friday November 13th at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Smithville
Burial with Military Honors: Community of Smithville Memorial Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Good Shepherd Catholic Church or St. Jude’s Hospital.
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John Dunn
Brad, so sorry to hear about the passing of your Father. I always enjoyed talking to and playing golf with him. A truly amazing person. RIP
Jan Harmeyer Karl
Dear Lois and Brad, words can’t explain how sorry I am for your loss and the loss for all of us . Uncle Red was my Godfather and admired by all of us. Uncle Red’s sense of humor was among the best, a great Harmeyer trait, and he made every family gathering better! He always had a positive attitude with that infectious smile and laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With love, Jan
Jan Harmeyer Karl
Dear Lois and Brad, words can’t explain how sorry I am for your loss and the loss for all of us . Uncle Red was my Godfather and admired by all of us. Uncle Red’s sense of humor was among the best, a great Harmeyer trait, and he made every family gathering better! He always had a positive attitude with that infectious smile and laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you as we all grieve this loss. With love, Jan
Jay Harmeyer
Lois. I’m sorry for your loss of Red. It is a great loss to all that knew him. My fondest memories are the Harmeyer gatherings during Holidays, and listening to the infectious laughter and story telling. I feel blessed to be apart of the Harmeyer clan. And I feel fortunate that Red met you and you became an integral part of the Harmeyer family! It’s not an easy family to break in to. But you did and we love you for it. God bless you! Love, nephew Jay
Steve and Lisa Taylor Seth and Caleb
Aunt Lois we are so sorry to hear about the loss of Red. May you feel the loving arms of God lifting you up during this difficult time. Love you
Don Asby
My condolences to all of Red’s family
Al McCook
Sorry for your loss. I have never forgot when he came to Alaska to visit.
Sonny and Shirley Fraise
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.