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Tom Summers
Thomas Byrne Summers (76) of Des Moines, IA, passed away on October 15, 2025, after a short illness.
Tom was born in Iowa City on July 14, 1949, to Thomas and Wynema Summers. He grew up primarily in Des Moines and graduated from Dowling before serving in Vietnam. He then continued his education at Drake and the University of Iowa. He would go on to marry the love of his life, Carolyn, in 1973.
Tom loved his career as a radiologist and worked many years in Kansas City at the Diagnostic Imaging Center. He enjoyed traveling with Carolyn, history, reading, classic cars, and caring for his plant collection. He’ll be remembered for his intellectual curiosity, warmth, humor, generosity, and kindness, and his lifelong love of chocolate chip cookies and Diet Coke.
Tom is survived by his wife, Carolyn, their daughter, Elizabeth, and her husband, Matthew Lammers. He is also survived by his sisters, sisters- and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews, and cherished friends.
A visitation will be held at St. Augustin’s Catholic Church (545 42nd St, Des Moines, IA) on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., with a funeral mass following at 11:30 a.m. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Blood Cancer United or the Kansas Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve. Online condolences can be made to: www.caldwellparrish.com
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Joseph Kelly
Very nice guy and classmate. Always had a nice greeting and a smile. God Bless Tom and his family. Joe Kelly
Francis (Frank) Shehan
Tom was a great person in high school. Always enjoyed his company! May he rest in peace! Gosh bless the family. Sorry for your loss of a special person.
Lawrence Lassek
Tom and Carolyn came to visit me while they vacationed on Maui, I was thrilled to reflect on our days at St. Augustin's and later times. He was as peaceful & clear as anyone that I know. I always admired Tom's intellect and bright smile. When I heard that he had a blood condition and passed away, I was sad to see such a fine person move out the body, I miss his wisdom and joy. Blessings to his family and his journey wherever he spirit travels.
Kathy McCormick (Maddox)
I'm so sorry to hear this sad news. Carolyn was one of my good friends at the Academy. I never was able to meet her husband but he sounds like a wonderful person. My prayers are with the family.