Thomas Henry Kutz

December 27, 1951 - October 23, 2020

Tom Kutz, 68, of Saint Johns, Michigan, formerly of Perryville, Missouri, passed away Friday, October 23, 2020 at his residence in Michigan. He was born December 27, 1951 in Perryville, Missouri to Jesse Sylvester and Mary Leola (Pingel) Kutz. Tom was a painter and began his career with his brother, Bob Kutz; Together they co-owned Kutz Brothers Painting. He later worked as a commercial painter for Lloyd Slinkard Painting Co. in Cape Girardeau, until his retirement in 2008. He was a member of the Local Painters Union 1292, Knights of Columbus Council 1263, Perry County Sportsman Club, River Hills Eagles and AmVets Post 94. Tom loved spending time with his family and friends, playing golf and watching baseball. Survivors include Daughter, Ashley J. (Jason) Harr of Saint Johns, MI; Brother, Danny (Vicki) Kutz of Cape Girardeau, MO; Sister, Diana (Franklin) Tripp of Jackson, MO; Sister-in-law, Patricia Kutz of Biehle, MO; and two Grandsons, Jacob Harr and Trevor Harr. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Bob Kutz. Visitation will be 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Sunday, November 1, 2020 and 6:30 am to 9:50 am, Rosary recited at 9:00 am on Monday, November 2, 2020 at Ford and Young Funeral Home. Mass will be at 10:30 am Monday, November 2, 2020 at St. Maurus Catholic Church in Biehle with the Rev. Patrick Christopher officiating. Burial will be at St. Maurus Catholic Cemetery in Biehle. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Maurus Catholic Church. Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com. Ford and Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.