Karl "Tony" Flam

Karl “Tony” Flam, 43, died February 23, 2010 after a 20-month courageous battle with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at Iowa Health Hospice Taylor House. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, February 27, 2010 at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5711 SW 9th Street. Visitation will be held 5-8 p.m. Friday, February 26, 2010 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, with a vigil at 7:30 p.m.

Karl was born May 17, 1966 in Des Moines to John and Rosemary Flam. He graduated from Dowling High School in 1984 and then DMACC with an Associates Degree in Mechanical Design. He attended Iowa State University furthering his education in his field. Karl had worked over 13 years with Roto Rooter as a mechanical designer.

Karl loved life to the fullest. He enjoyed playing golf, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with his friends. Karl’s greatest pleasure was spending time with his family, especially his daughter, Karlie.

Karl is survived by his wife, Diane; daughter, Karlie Alexis; parents, John and Rosemary; brother, Atila; sister, Karolina; nieces and nephews; and so many beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Michael; and grandparents, Frank and Karolina.

The family would to like to thank the entire staff of Powell Three at Methodist Hospital. We would also like to thank Dr. Brad Hiatt and Dr. Shahid Habib; and nurses, Bridgett Riley and Diane Holcomb for their care, compassion, and honesty during his treatment.

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