Kathryn D Hoffner Smith
I was looking at pictures the other day and found the picture of my daughter, Olivia with Kathryn at Hope Church on a Sunday. The pictures taken because Kathryn was the oldest member and Olivia the youngest. I will cherish that photo for a long time. She was a great person. Loved to see the smile on her face when we would sing Christmas Carols at the nursing home. You could tell she was proud to have us there. Will miss you Kathryn. Enjoy eternal live in Heaven
Joan Meier
Cedar Rapids
IA
Jim and Ges, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother and that we will be out of town and miss both the visiation and funeral.
Herman/Pat
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dear Jim, Ges and Family, I was so sorry to read about your dear Mother. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time of adjustment. I will keep you in my prayers. Sincerely, Ellie
Ellie (Osborn) Vetter
Fort Myers
FL
Jim, 'Ges' & Family, So sorry to hear about the loss of Jim's mother. I maybe didn't know her real well but I do remember the times we square danced at the care facility and how she enjoyed watching us. She always talked like she had known me for years. Our prayers are with you all in this difficult time. God bless and take care. Troy & Margaret Krug
Troy & Margaret Krug
Vinton
IA
Jim and family: I was SO SORRY to read of the loss of your Mother. Ironically, I was just thinking of her (and you) just this past week -- it's been almost 50 years when I last saw you. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Carol (Novak) Ireland
Magnolia
TX
We are so sorry for your loss. We got to know Kathryn when my sons, Andy and Mark Turner would take care of her yard and driveway. She was such a special person and so delightful. There has always been a special place in our hearts for her. She will be truly missed.
Robert and Kim Hagist
Cedar Rapids
IA
Laurence and I square danced with you folks. I visited Kathryn ~2 weeks ago. She seemed very content and at peace. My mom, Wiltrude Newman was across the hall from Kathryn at HCC. She passed away on Easter 3 years ago. My heart goes out to you...it is hard to lose your mom. Dixie and Laurence
Dixie and Laurence Reed
Swisher
IA
I had the pleasure of meeting Kathryn 6 years ago when my mom was at HCC. Mom & Kathryn shared the same dinning table. My mom was only at HCC for three weeks but Kathryn and I have continued a great friendship. I loved her smile and positive attitude and she had the best stories. She will be missed. My sympathy to you and your family.
Joanne Zuber
Norway
IA
I am going to miss your Mom and our laughs and talks we had when I was cutting her hair. She was a neat lady .Thank you Jim and Garnet ,Blessings to you and your family.
Judy Kocer
Hiawatha
IA
Jodi and kids, So sorry to hear of the passing of your grandmother and great grandmother. We offer our sincerest condolences at this time of need.
Greg, Susan, Bryan DiDonato
Bristol
CT
Jim and Ges, So sorry to hear of your loss. I came back from a long Memorial Day weekend in La Crosse and just sat down to "catch up" on reading the newspapers I missed while I was gone. I'm very sad to hear of the news and sorry to miss the visitation/services. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Denise (and Chris) Boeding