Thomas Joseph Kocarnik's obituary , Passed away on January 12, 2025 in Omaha, Nebraska

Thomas Joseph Kocarnik

May 29, 1943 - January 12, 2025 (81 years old)

Omaha, Nebraska

Thomas Joseph Kocarnik's obituary , Passed away on January 12, 2025 in Omaha, Nebraska

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Thomas Joseph Kocarnik

May 29, 1943 - January 12, 2025 (81 years old)

Omaha, Nebraska

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Thomas Joseph Kocarnik Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Thomas Joseph Kocarnik (Omaha, Nebraska), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Thomas Joseph left this world on January 12, 2025 at the age of 81, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Thomas Joseph Kocarnik or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Kocarnik and Dorothy Kocarnik; his children, Jill Marie Kocarnik and Christopher Kocarnik; and his brothers, James D. Kocarnik and John C. Kocarnik Jr. Thomas.

He is survived by: his wife Carol; his children, Jay Kocarnik, Robyn Rafter (Gene), Robert Kocarnik, Kristin Jefferies (Blake), Jon Engelbart (Libby) and Mark Engelbart (Michelle); and his grandchildren, Jack Rafter, Kaitlyn Rafter, Liam Rafter, Everett Jefferies, Ellie Jefferies, J. T Engelbart, Nolan Engelbart, Jake Engelbart, Tyler Engelbart and Blake Engelbart. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Braman Mortuary and Cremation Services



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January 17, 2025

Joan Puttroff planted 10 trees

“In memory of Thomas Joseph Kocarnik”


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January 18, 2025

carrie kennedy wrote a sympathy message

“Sorry for you loss Kaitlyn, Robyn & Gene. Losing a parent is hard. Know he is at peace and had a long fulfilled life. The Kennedys”


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Jan 19

Visitation

Braman Mortuary (Millard Chapel)
6505 S 144th St, Omaha, NE 68137

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Jan 19

Rosary

Braman Mortuary (Millard Chapel)
6505 S 144th St, Omaha, NE 68137

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Jan 20

Funeral Mass

15353 Pacific St, Omaha, NE 68154

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