Thomas “Tom” R. Pyle
Share
Mass of Christian Burial for Thomas “Tom” R. Pyle, 92, Eudora, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 10, 2021 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Eudora. Burial will follow at Holy Family Catholic Cemetery. Tom passed away Sunday, December 5, 2021 at Medicalodges Eudora.
Tom was born July 16, 1929 in Kansas City, KS, the son of Richard and Cecilia (Lacy) Pyle.
He was the owner and operator of Pyle Meat Company since 1959. He closed the store when he retired.
He was a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church; Financial Parish Council; Eudora Council, Knights of Columbus, Lion’s Club, Past Director of Meat Processor Association, served on the Board of Visiting Nurses. Was a past Director of KMPA, National Director of Meat Processor, President of Little League, and was a previous Mayor of Eudora.
He married Alberta Schopper on December 30, 1950 in Eudora, KS. She preceded him in death on June 21, 2020.
Other survivors include his three daughters, Rose (Dave) House, Bernadette (Roger) Fulks, Roberta (Dirk) Lehmann, all of Eudora; four sons, Joseph (Andrea) Pyle, Eudora, Edward (Mary) Pyle, Lenexa, KS, Patrick (Sandy) Pyle, Olathe, KS, Thomas “Tommy” Pyle, Eudora; 34 grandchildren; 45 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by five brothers, Robert Pyle, William “Bill” Pyle, Jack Pyle, Jim Pyle and Edward Pyle; and four sisters, Marie Rodina, Catherine Alango, Rita O’Malley, and Bernadette Kostelac.
A Rosary will be recited at 4 p.m. on Thursday, December 9, 2021 with a visitation to follow until 7 p.m. at Warren-McElwain Mortuary – Eudora Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Old Holy Family Catholic Church Restoration or to St. Theresa’s Society and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Nice memories of his meat market and seeing your family at the reunions. Rejoice that he lived a full life to such an age. You are blessed. Dody and Paul Neis
Rose, I am so sad for your loss. I really enjoyed talking to your mom and dad, especially one day on their front porch. He will be missed very much by all who have known him. I know he is so happy to now be with his heavenly father, and his beautiful bride, Alberta. I can picture them dancing among the angels. God bless you and your family as you grieve and remember all of his life’s journey. Love, Aly.
I am so saddened to read of Tom’s passing…Tom was a life long friend of my family’s. Tom and Alberta were always there, with great support, whenever one needed it. I bowled on the same team with Tom, my dad Tony, Randy, and Elmer for several years. This brings tears to my eyes. His smile shall remain in my memories forever. Hard to see this generation passing. There is so much to remember. May God bless you and yours, and may you see the true Gospel of Grace which leads to salvation, found in 1Cor15: 1-4…Gary Tollefson
Pull out your almost 47 years ago year book to 1973 and a PE teacher named Debbie Shirar. Bernadette we had an awesome 9 weeks.
I knew your father prior to that when my parents would bring a cow to butcher. I gained a lot of warmth from the city of Eudora during my time teaching and always made trips to buy jerky etc. when my parents stopped dairy and passed.
God bless all of you. I lost my Marine August of last year. Grace our companion dog fills some gaps.
I will never forget your father and his smile and compassion for his fellow man/ woman.
It is so hard for me to call this a loss when he lived such a long and wonderful life serving his God, his family, and his friends. Tom has left a wonderful legacy behind in this life and will now spend an eternal life with his bride, which he always called Alberta, Prayers for his family as they transition to a life without his physical presence.
Tom was one of the easiest persons I’ve known to talk with. Because I referred to him and Alberta from time to time, I wanted Anita to meet them but unfortunately missed their 65th. wedding anniversary affair. She suggested we stop past their house and I’m glad we did. While Alberta showed Anita around, Tom and I sat at the kitchen table talking as if we had just conversed the week before, not 41 yrs. ago. My loss. And I’m especially sorry for your loss. A hope for the future-Acts 24:15. Bruce Wise
Uncle Tom was present at the farm when I was born. We joked about that all the time. He claims he helped bring me into this world and will always hold a special place in my heart as a result. His legacy is evident in the loving and caring children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and even his nieces and nephews that carry forward his values and humor. I will miss this man and cherish the memories we share and kidding we did as I grew older. I became closer to him in adulthood than childhood and wish the family well. Every time I pass the old meat market or old homestead he will be there in my heart and the memories will come flowing back. God Bless you and thank you for being a part of my life.
I’m sorry to learn of Tom’s passing. I always enjoyed our conversations at the meat market and city council meetings while Tom was mayor. He was always wanting to do what was best for the City of Eudora regardless of his personal interests. My thoughts and prayers go to the entire Pyle family and especially Rose & Joe. Your Dad and entire family have spent countless hours to make the City of Eudora the community that it is today. May your many fond memories and shared family stories help you through this difficult time.
Rose, we wanted you to know that you and your entire family will be in our prayers regarding the loss of your father during this time.
The best one can accomplish in life is to leave the world a better place for his having lived here. Tom certainly did.
Joe and family so very sorry for your loss
RIP Uncle Tom! The Pyle picnics were EPIC! Thanks for the memories. You are the last of the original 10…..Give dad a hug from me.
To all of my cousins – may you find peace in this difficult time.
Take care –
Amy (Pyle) Cunningham
What a life! 92 years. Great community leader, who was always there to give support and encouragement to everyone he met. I remember the pop machine in front of the Pyle Meat Market. My dad and I would visit the machine often during the summer months of the 60’s.
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Uncle Tommy — the last of the ten. It has been many years since I have been able to visit the annual family Pyle 4th of July picnic So many fond memories. My deepest condolences to one and all.
Elizabeth “Betsy” Pyle Crossno
My father (Stan) really got to know Tom at the nursing home. It was so good to see how my dad would make him smile when he would tease him about “fighting”. The nursing home seems empty without “Papa” there. He was such a sweet man and is already missed.
Note: To Tom’s daughter that was there in the evening. We told you that we would make it to his funeral but my dad’s van wouldn’t start so that’s why we didn’t make it. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Tom was one of the finest gentlemen I ever knew. He was a great mayor of Eudora who always tried to do the right thing for the people he represented. God bless him.
I have just noted that my American Dad passed away. So sorry, but still have those wonderful memories of the time I was one of his “Sons”, with my seven brothers and sisters in a very happy family.
Thank you for being there with “Mama” Alberta. May you still spread the joy and love wherever you both are.