George Fox, founder of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) wrote in his journal: "...Then the Lord gently led me along, and let me see His love which was endless and eternal...I also saw that there was an ocean of darkness and death, but an infinite ocean of light and love which flowed over the ocean of darkness. In that also I saw the infinite love of God: and I had great openings."
Dennis K Dochterman
August 19, 2015
Catherine was a funny, warm and caring person. I will always fondly remember her tea parties. My deepest sympathies.
Bev Prostine
August 9, 2015
Tom,
So sorry to hear of Catherine's passing and your loss. She will be missed by all who had the privilege to have known her, wonderful, fun sweet person. Thinking of you and the girls during this difficult time.
Dawn Gifford
Dawn Gifford
August 5, 2015
Catherine was my mother and the mother to my sisters, Elisabeth and Rachel. I know for certain that we would all agree that she was an exceptional mother and a very loving "Nanna" to her grandchildren (Abe, Ava, Liam and puppy grandchild-Henry).
She set the bar for being a mom, by cooking hot meals every night, growing and nurturing large vegetable & flower gardens, canning, making homemade breads and jams, keeping the house clean, sewing homemade clothes for us, loving and caring for farm animals from ducks to horses, all while working full time as a Christian school teacher.
She had more than love, she had a very creative, intelligent and genuine soul and was the most unselfish person I ever met, sacrificing everything of hers for the good of others.
I have a million and one beautiful memories of time with my mother and my father and my sisters.
I know that I will never stop missing my mother, but I hope she knows that we all cherish those memories with her and are forever grateful for everything she taught us and for what lives she touched with students, family and friends.
I know daughters, probably don't often write on these type of pages, but I wanted to share once again, how big and bright she was to the Klug family.
We love you mom, we send you many hugs and kisses in heaven.
XOXO- the middle daughter aka Anna Bannanna
Anna (Klug) Behning
August 2, 2015
Cathy meant so much more to me than she could possibly ever have known. We first met at the end of my senior year at Washington High School when her sister Teri gave both of us a ride home during a rainstorm. Cathy and I kept in touch during my studies at the Kansas City Art Institute. She deeply loved art and nature. Cathy was one of the smartest, most sincere and sensitive young women I have ever known. Sadly, it's been many decades now since we last saw one another, yet I've never forgotten her smile.
Dennis K Dochterman
August 2, 2015
We are saddened to hear of Catherine's passing. Tom, you are in our thoughts & prayers. May she rest in peace.
Richard & Diane Browning
August 2, 2015
Tom, I was so sorry to read of your loss in the Gazette obituaries. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Susan and Fred
Susan Clawson
August 1, 2015
So sorry to hear of your loss! Keeping the family in my prayers.
Melinda Anderson
July 31, 2015
Tom, Rachel, Anna and Elisabeth: I was shocked and deeply saddened at learning about your great loss in the newspaper this morning. When I talked to Catherine this spring, she was so optimistic about the future and I had great hope that all would be well for years to some. We've been traveling a great deal this spring and summer, and I now wish I could have been of help in some way.
What a sweet, warm, gracious and giving woman she was. I dearly loved talking to her, and attending a number of her tea parties. What fun they were--wonderful food, a wonderful mix of people she would invite, great conversations. The tours she would then give of her lovely gardens were inspiring, not only for their beauty, but for how she used them to give produce to those in need. How many people ever think of doing something so generous these days? She was definitely "one of a kind" in the best possible way, and I will miss her so much. I always came away from your house with new resolve to be a better person in some way.
All of you will be in my thoughts and prayers for the year to come. Take care, God bless, and please know that you are all surrounded by the thoughts and prayers of many who were touched by Catherine's life.
Blessings,
Roxanne Rustand
Roxanne Rustand
July 31, 2015
I am so sorry to hear this. It's good to hear that she's resting now after a long fight.
In her third grade class, we learned more than multiplication and parts of speech. She taught me to love nature and see the past and present from perspectives other than my own. She was such a passionate, fiery, gentle soul.
I'm grateful for my time with her.
Andrew Iversen
July 31, 2015
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve this tremendous loss.
Sharlyn Guthrie
July 31, 2015
Tom & Family,
We were so shocked and sad to read Catherine had died. We had heard she was ill, but had no idea how serious the illness. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your sorrow.
Dave & Bonny Kayser
July 31, 2015
I was so devastated to hear the news. Catherine was such a unique and wonderful woman. She inspired me to pursue gardening after Rachel gave me a bouquet from her cutting garden. I remember being amazed that someone could actually grow something so beautiful.
Now, thanks to Catherine, gardening is one of my passions--though I have a long way to go before I can make such lovely bouquets. Her tea parties were so much fun, too . Not only did I learn the value of quality, loose-leaf tea, but also joy of bringing a group of women together.
I feel so fortunate to have met Catherine. Her kindness, creativity and dry humor had such an impact on my life. I will always remember her as a gracious, deeply spiritual person who was committed to sharing her gifts with the world.
Words cannot express how deeply saddened I am by her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Emily Vasquez
July 31, 2015
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Dr. Fitzgerald and staff
July 31, 2015
Anna/Brian/Abe/Ava - We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Our love and thoughts are with all of you.
Love Jeff and Mary
Mary Dostal
July 31, 2015