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Obituary For Thomas Munter
Thomas “Tom” Munter, 77, of Ankeny passed away peacefully, March 21, 2025.
A funeral service will be held at Lutheran Church of Hope (520 NW 36th Street, Ankeny Iowa) at 11:00 am on April 1, 2025. Friends and family are welcome to join for a luncheon immediately following the service.
Tom was born May 4, 1947, in Wayne, Nebraska to Elmer and Harriet Munter. He attended Laurel High School and graduated from the University of Nebraska.
Tom relocated to Strawberry Point, Iowa, to start his life with his future wife, Karen, and began work at Union Bank and Trust. Tom and Karen bought Munter’s Hardware and he ran the store until his retirement. Upon retiring he and Karen relocated to Ankeny.
Tom was an avid sports fan (Go Big Red!), card player, bowler, softball player and tremendous golfer. Tom loved his family and was his kids’ and grandkids’ number one fan at their activities and attended every event he could. Tom was genuine, loyal and no-frills which made him the best friend to many.
Tom is survived by his wife, Karen; his daughter, Jessica (Tom), and sons, Joshua (Alison) and Jeremy (Kelly); his grandchildren, Ella Henricksen, Matthew Henricksen, Megan Munter, Will Munter, Max Munter, Cate Munter and Reese Munter; his brother Mike (Mary) Munter as well as nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Harriet Munter, and his sister, Mary.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Danielle Pierson at Family Wellness Chiropractic and Dr. Steffanie Mortens and the entire UnityPoint at Home team for their wonderful care and compassion during his final months.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Starmont Booster Club Attn: Ronnie Boardman, 3202 40th Street, Arlington, Iowa 50606; Ankeny Centennial Unified Special Olympics, 2220 NW State Street, Ankeny, Iowa 50023; or Spencer Community Theatre, 518 1st Avenue East, Spencer, Iowa 51301.
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Sorry to Tom's family. Really enjoyed playing golf with him in the same group when we did the Shellsburg tournament.
Dear family so sorry for your loss. I remember the good times that I had with Tom from the time we would spend at his parents Farm in the summer picking thistles for 1 penny each. The time we went swimming in a small Creek in Laurel only to find we were covered with leeches. The summer we worked at the Alfalfa plant. Plus many more good memories rest in peace cousin
Dear Karen and family, I'm so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I remember when Ed and I were in a card club with you. Such fun. Whenever I returned to Strawberry Point, it was a highlight to come to Munter's Hardware to shop. Praying for your peace and rest in knowing Tom is in loving arms.
Karen and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I still think I'm going to see "Hardware Tom" wearing his iconic vest every time I go to the hardware store! So many great memories of him, and your family here in Strawberry
I also feel a loss with Tom passing. I am left with many good feelings about Tom. My deepest prayers are with you Karen & family.
I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing he was truly one of the best and I smile of the years I worked at the store and treasure the memories He loved his family and spending time with them Hope you treasure the memories of him and know he was proud of you all Take care
Very great friend and board member here at Vintage Hills Would always due anything you asked for daily. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Karen and your family during this sad time.
We're so sorry to hear this Karen. Scott and I always enjoyed our front porch chats with both of you. He was a great neighbor.
