In Remembrance Of

Ed Karl

Edgar E. Karl, 64, of Plattsburg, MO passed away March 22, 2020.

Ed was born on November 22, 1955 to Frances G. and Mary Ellen (Duncan) Karl in St. Joseph, MO. Ed grew up in Plattsburg and in 1973 he graduated from Plattsburg High School.  

On March 20, 1982 he was united in marriage to Patricia Ahearn. After their marriage they made their home in rural Plattsburg. 

Ed was lifelong farmer. He also worked for a powerline crew, owned his own small engine shop and worked for Shatto Milk Company. Ed enjoyed working with cattle and spending time on the tractor and in his shed. Most of all, he loved spending time with family, friends and especially his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents Frances G. and Mary Ellen Karl; sisters Sharon Karl and Linda Jo Karl; and brother Patrick D. Karl.

Ed is survived by his wife Patricia Karl; children Judy Gill and husband Bruce and Randy Reiley and wife Andrea; grandchildren Nick, McKinna, Brandon and Elizabeth; brothers Frances G. Karl, Jr., Roger P. Karl and wife Peggy and Stephen J. Karl. Sr.; sisters Sylvia Conner and husband Darrell, Sandy Weidmeyer and Suzie Karl; numerous nieces and nephews and many friends.

Private family graveside services will be held at Mt. Zion Cemetery, Gower

Arrangements by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower. 

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14 comments

  • Shelley Jo Karl

    We love and miss you Uncle Ed

  • Josh Perks

    You will be missed

  • Jeremy Morgan

    My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Ed and his family may he rest in peace and watch over the rest of the family my prayers are with the family and friends he was a very good man and a very devoted family man.

  • DONNA MILLER

    So sorry for your loss

  • Courtney perks

    Gonna miss him

  • Suzie Morgan

    So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing, my thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this time. May God wrap his arms around you all and guide you through the trying days ahead. May Ed RIP, but never be forgotten.
    Suzie Morgan

  • Jenny Reed

    Our thoughts and prayers to the FAMILY.

    Dan and Jenny Reed

  • Francis G Karl III

    A good man that was taken from us to soon!!

  • Trond Ruud

    Our prayers and condolences, you will be missed.
    Love you uncle Ed….

  • Kevin E Russell

    Love and miss you Ed. Prayers for your family my friend.

  • Sharon Lawrence

    We grew up and knew the boys. I am sorry for your loss. I was a Bottorff

  • Carol A Farr

    Sending our thoughts and prayers for all of you. Bob and Carol Farr

  • Dixie Botts

    Aunt Pat, I am so very sorry for your your loss. Ed fought a long hard battle with you and his loving family by his side every step of the way. Sending you all love and prayers.

  • Jane Miller

    Dear Judy and Bruce I am so sorry for your loss.

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