August 7, 1924 - March 5, 2009
Carl Edward Kasemeier II, a man I met only a few times helped to shape this nation and my husband as he was his father and an army service man. His 26 year Army career included duty in the Philippines, Germany, Korea, where he received the Purple Heart medal for combat wounds, and Viet Nam. His other military commendations included the Meritorious Service Medal, Bronze Star, Korea and Viet Nam Presidential Unit Citations, Army Commendation Medal, United Nations Medal, World War II Victory Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge and a number of other service citations. He retired from the Army Infantry as a Lieutenant Colonel in 1969.
There is a sense of loss and confusion in this man that worked so hard to do the right thing and lost himself in his duty. A creative and charming man he also lost himself to right disease and alcohol. A man that provided a good home and many beautiful places for his family to live in and enjoy was appreciated and forgiven.
May all be remembered in love and appreciation.
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