Kristi and Family, So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Her contagious smile and encouragement in the lunch room and on all the athletic bus trips we traveled together were very special and I'll always remember. Peace and Love, Norm Northup

Norm Northup
April 28, 2023

To Kristi and Steve, I am so sorry for the lost of your loving mother. I have wonderful memories of your mom at Linn-Mar school and while attending athletic events. She was so supportive of all of us and had a wonderful smile. I wish her peace and joy in heaven next to her husband.

Kathy Enstrom
April 28, 2023

Sorry for the loss of your mother Kristi. With our sympathy. Audrey and Leo.

Audrey matties
April 29, 2023

My condolences to you all ?? I got the pleasure to meet and work with her driving the school buses. She was such a kind,soft spoken and caring lady. I was truly blessed to have met her and worked with her…. Until we meet again Kathy when our great Lord Jesus calls me home may you Rest In Peace ???????? you will be missed and you were loved????????????

Jan Richmond
April 30, 2023

Sending heartfelt condolences to you and your family Steve.

Carolyn Amberg
May 3, 2023

Kristi and family, Our deepest sympathy for Mom... She was such a close friend and coworker. She encouraged me many a time. God bless you during this time. We will all meet in heaven one of these days!! Love and prayers, Chris

Chris Vorgert
May 3, 2023

Kathy was one of a kind, always wanted to help no matter what the task was, she wanted to be a part of it.

Carmen
May 5, 2023

That You Remember Me I’ve learned so much throughout my life but there’s much I don’t recall. I know it’s in there somewhere but it’s hard to find it all. It’s not that I’ve forgotten you, or the things I said I’d do; I remember everything but it’s hidden somewhere I can’t see just beyond my view. You see, there is a shadow where there didn’t used to be, and sometimes when I look right there it just confuses me. I remember lovely flowers, and songs I used to sing. I remember springtime showers, and rainbows they would bring. I remember movies and who would be the star, but sometimes it’s so hard for me to know just who you are. I love to watch a baseball game or listen to the birds. I love to tell you secrets. I love to hear your words. I love for you to sit with me; perhaps you’ll hold my hand and tell me that you love me: that I’ll understand. My mind has ways of taking me where I don’t want to go. I know I know your name, you see; just right now it’s hard for me to think of things I really know, and to know what really is and what may not be so. Though I might forget you, it’s important that you see just how much it means to me that you remember me.

Nikki
May 5, 2023

That You Remember Me I’ve learned so much throughout my life but there’s much I don’t recall. I know it’s in there somewhere but it’s hard to find it all. It’s not that I’ve forgotten you, or the things I said I’d do; I remember everything but it’s hidden somewhere I can’t see just beyond my view. You see, there is a shadow where there didn’t used to be, and sometimes when I look right there it just confuses me. I remember lovely flowers, and songs I used to sing. I remember springtime showers, and rainbows they would bring. I remember movies and who would be the star, but sometimes it’s so hard for me to know just who you are. I love to watch a baseball game or listen to the birds. I love to tell you secrets. I love to hear your words. I love for you to sit with me; perhaps you’ll hold my hand and tell me that you love me: that I’ll understand. My mind has ways of taking me where I don’t want to go. I know I know your name, you see; just right now it’s hard for me to think of things I really know, and to know what really is and what may not be so. Though I might forget you, it’s important that you see just how much it means to me that you remember me.

Nikki
May 5, 2023

I should've shared this when I first saw Kathy's obituary in the Gazette. I met Kathy when visiting my dad in the memory unit at The Views. Such a sweet lady. I used to take my cat to visit my dad. Kathy always enjoyed getting a chance to give her a pet or two. Eventually, staff had to double down on the Covid rules and said we could only visit in the resident's room. Kathy's eyes lit up when she saw me coming in with the cat carrier, but I had to bypass her to comply with the rules. It broke my heart. I should've broken the rules instead.

Gina
April 11, 2024