Thomas Lee Burger

Thomas (Tom) Lee Burger of Summerfield, Ks went to be with our Lord on March 30, 2025.  He was born October 24,1959 at Pawnee City, Ne to John Jr. and Aladene (Fiehtner) Burger.  He lived on a farm East of Summerfield until 1968 when his family moved to Summerfield.  He attended Summerfield School, graduating in 1977.  He worked for CR Industries for a period of time and then became a truck driver.  Later, he and his brother Bobby went to Manhattan Area Vo-Tech to study auto body, graduating in 1986.  He worked for Smitty's in rural Axtell for a short time and then went to work for Industrial Mill Works in Seneca, Ks.  From there he went to work at Quality Homes where he worked until his health forced him into early retirement.  He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Michael Burger.  He is survived by 3 brothers, Charles (Stacy) Burger of Wamego, Ks, Keith (Sherryl) Burger of Summerfield, Ks, and Robert (Betty) Burger of Summerfield, Ks.  Nieces and nephews Heather Burger, Rebekah (Jesse) Rhoads, Mary Beth (Jeff) Rhoads, Aaron Burger, Kerri (Chris) Butler, Travis (Nichole) Burger, Mandy (Micah) Nicholson, Maggie Burger (Eric Rivera), Molly Burger (Tyler Peterson).  Eight great nieces and eight great nephews.  He had a love for NHRA drag racing, NASCAR, and going to car shows.  His favorite car being the Ford Mustang.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He was a big K-State and LA Rams fan. His nieces and nephew held a special place in his heart and he in theirs.  His great nieces and nephews considered him a second grandpa.  He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and his dog Leroy.  

Mass of Christian Burial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 3, 2025 at the Holy Family Catholic Church in Summerfield, Kansas with Father Mathew Francis officiating.   Rosary will be recited at 10:30 a.m.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at the Wherry Mortuary in Pawnee City, Nebraska.

Memorials may go to the family's choice.

Interment will be in the Holy Family Catholic Cemetery, Summerfield, Kansas.

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