Thomas E. Busse, 55, of Gardnerville died Oct. 23, 2010. He was born Nov. 12, 1954, in Tennessee to James and Vicie Busse. He was preceded in death by his mother. He is survived by his father; wife Leslie; daughters Ashley Busse and Allison (Brian) Anderson; brother James Busse Jr.; sister Lori Edwards; and numerous nieces and nephews. Capitol City Cremation & Burial is in charge of arrangements.