John Raymond Karsmizki

John Raymond Karsmizki age 56 of LaFollette passed away Friday morning, May 29, 2009. He was born and raised in Mansfield, Ohio and graduated Madison High School. He served in the Air Force National Guard and also as a firefighter and EMT for many years at the City of Mansfield Fire Dept.
He moved to LaFollette in 1991 making his home in the springs dock area at Norris Lake. He has been well known there by his many friends as an avid fisherman, an always willing helping hand and a loyal and dependable friend to all. He loved boating and the outdoors with family and friends and will be deeply missed.

He was preceded in death by his Sister: Sharon. Mother: Dorothy and Grandparents: Leo and Sarah Karsmizki of Mansfield.

He is survived by Brother: James and Father: Raymond of Mansfield. Wife: Joan and Daughter: Katie of LaFollette.

Funeral service will be 8:00 PM Monday in Martin Wilson Chapel with Rev. Steve Tiller officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 PM Monday night before funeral service.

Mr. Karsmizki's guest book can be viewed at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

Martin Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.