Abstract: A tool is described for removing a lid from a container. The tool comprises a rigid elongated body member having a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal axis, the first end of the body member having an irregular perimeter. A flange has a proximal end and a distal end, the proximal end of the flange being attached to the second end of the body member at a predetermined angle with respect to the longitudinal axis of the body member. A curved tip is formed at the distal end of the flange, the curved tip terminating in a free distal edge. The tip of the tool is adapted to engage the lid of the container for repeatedly applying leverage force to the lid for prying the lid from the container.