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Helen Doris Rinkenberger Kahle, 500 Mt. Haven Drive, Forest, passed away Oct. 30, 2012, from complications associated with cancer. She was born Oct. 12, 1928 at Gridley, Illinois the daughter of John F. and Anna Gasser Rinkenberger. She married John B. Kahle on June 16, 1950 at Springfield, TN. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Andrew James Kahle (Lisa) of Maryville, TN; a daughter, Martha Jane Kahle (Tom Chiumento) of Clinton, MA; twin sister, Ellen Gramm of Danville, IL; a sister, Mary Kaeb of the Meadows Mennonite Retirement Center in Chenoa, IL; and a brother, Fred Rinkenberger of Rantoul, IL. Preceding her in death were six brothers; Glenn, Arthur, Clarence, Ralph, Dale, and Lester; and one sister, Madylin Rathbun. She was a member of the Quaker Memorial Presbyterian Church, 5810 Fort Avenue, Lynchburg. She did volunteer work at the Forest Library, and was a Volunteer Visitor for Mended Hearts. She enjoyed working in schools and libraries where she frequently interfaced with children and students. She was a very loving and lovable person. Her body will be cremated and the ashes placed in the Columbarium at the Quaker Memorial Presbyterian Church. A memorial service was held at 1 pm on Friday, Nov. 2, 2012, at the church, followed by a reception. Those wishing to make a donation may make it to the Quaker Memorial Presbyterian Church in her memory. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family (434) 237-9424. Condolences may be made at tharpfuneralhome.com.
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Martha Jane and Andy, please know we are thinking of you as we remember Aunt Helen often! She was such a great lady and aunt. She was an inspiration to me as she and Uncle John relocated during their lives and made that a positive. As Jack and I moved, I remembered Aunt Helen´s words and strove to live accordingly. I also loved that she made a point to contact any nieces/nephews wherever Uncle John and Aunt Helen traveled. I always admired her and think of her fondly and often. Please
know that she is not forgotten and lives on in the gifts she gave to others!
Beth Bigham
October 26, 2022
Dear John, We are so sad to read this. We enjoyed the times we spent with both of you at Mended Hearts. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Peggy & Carl Obuchowski
November 5, 2012
John, Mary Jane, and Andy
Our deepest sympathy over your loss. Helen was a delightful person, and we are all better for having known her. We have many fond memories of times together with the Kahles in Cincinnati.
Our best wishes to all of you.
Jim and Ann Rhoda
November 5, 2012
Andrew,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. May God comfort and give strength to the family during this difficult time.
Jimmy
November 5, 2012
John, I send my sincere condolences to you at this difficult time.
John Hughes
November 2, 2012
The Dorcas Ministry of Thomas Terrace Baptist Church wishes to express our sympathy to you and your family. Please contact us if we can be of help during this difficult time. Loved ones may leave you, but memories never will—and those memories become treasures.
November 2, 2012
Our hearts go out to you, John, and all of your family in this time of sorrow! What a fantastic person and neighbor she was on Riverglenn Circle in Dunwoody.
Mary, Nick and the Nicodemus family
Mary & Nick Nicodemus
November 2, 2012
Uncle John, Andy, and Martha Jane, Aunt Helen was such a special person to Jack and me; her bright and always present smile and kindnesses will not be forgotten. Thinking of all of you. Beth and Jack
November 1, 2012
Sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with your family.
Pat
November 1, 2012
John,
Ann and I want to offer our deepest sympathy for your loss. Helen was a wonderful person and we will truly miss her.
Chris & Ann Chiumento
October 31, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
October 31, 2012
John,
We are very sorry for your loss. May God comfort you as only he can.
Judy and Bill Carson
October 31, 2012
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