Karl Mark Speiser

Karl Mark Speiser, age 57, originally of Philadelphia, PA, has resided in Seymour, TN since 1998, passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2016. He was an avid Philly Eagles fan, “Go Eagles!” Karl loved to play backgammon with family and friends. He never met a stranger that he didn’t talk to and loved life. Karl loved traveling the country in his truck, visiting places of his childhood, and sibling’s birth places. His passion was his truck and hitting the road.

Karl is preceded in death by his mother, Rosemarie Speiser. He is survived by his loving daughter, Candace Speiser; his loving partner of 12 years, Kari Lewis; father, Joseph F. Speiser Sr.; brothers, Joseph F. Speiser Jr, James Speiser, Kyran Speiser, Roch Speiser, Chad Speiser and Cedd Speiser; sister, Roseann Speiser; his nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

Karl's family will receive friends Friday, January 13, 2017 from 11:30am to 1:30pm at Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, Tennessee 37920. Funeral Procession to follow the visitation for graveside services at East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, 2200 E Governor John Sevier Highway, Knoxville, Tennessee 37920. In lieu of flowers, the family request donation be made to the Go Fund Me page in Karl's honor. www.gofundme.com/karl-speiser-funeral-fund Online condolences may be made at www.berryfuneralhome.com