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This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Shari moore
January 27, 2025
I will love her books my entire life!! They are wonderful to read!!
Shari moore
January 27, 2025
I will love your books for my entire life!! They are wonderfull!!!N
Maria C Lopez
November 6, 2017
What can I say She was my favorite author god bless her in her eternal place I will miss her always
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Caroline Clemmons
July 2, 2008
I was honored to hear Ms Woodiwiss speak and to meet her several years ago in Houston. She was a great lady, and a pioneer for women authors. She will be greatly missed, but her books will live forever.
Linda Sawyer
January 10, 2008
Ms. Woodiwiss's books brought me great joy over the years and helped me to forget when life was at it's lowest. I am greatly saddened that there will be no more books to look forward to. RIP
MARGARET ROMERO
January 3, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Her book, Wolf and the Dove was my first exposure to romance novels and I was forever hooked. Her writing was pure poetry, especially Shanna, my favorite.
Barbara Dan
October 4, 2007
Deepest sympathies to the family of Kathleen Woodiwiss. She touched millions of lives and elevated romance to a new level. Her ability to keep a reader riveted by her fascinating characters, humor, and charm set the standard. Thank you for many hours of good reading and for all she has done to inspire other romance writers.
Carol
July 21, 2007
I wish to convey my condolences to Mrs. Woodiwiss's family. I have read all of her books and am looking forward to reading her last book. She was a talented storyteller!
Ann
July 20, 2007
I met Kathleen during the early 1980s when I was a member of RWA.
God speed, sweet lady.
May the spirit of God comfort your family. The "I miss you" and "I want to see you so much!" days ahead are some of the most difficult.
You will see her again in Heaven where there is no sickness and no separation.
Dianne Warren
July 19, 2007
I was saddened to learn of the death of my favorite author, Kathleen Woodiwiss. Her book, "Shanna" got me hooked on romance novels and on her novels in particular. One can tell from her writtings that she must have been a warm and loving wife and mother. She will be greatly missed. It was bittersweet for me to learn that her last novel will be released shortly. I am greatful that I have one more chance to experience one of her creations. I have kept all of her books and will cherish them. God bless all of you.
Nita Craft
July 18, 2007
I met Kathleen several years ago in Houston and was able to tell her how much her books meant to me. I am deeply saddened by the loss of this shy, unassuming lady. I know she will be missed by her family and my heart goes out to them.
Margaret Pruitt
July 17, 2007
Kathleen's books gave me hours of pleasure. She will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Tracie Draper
July 17, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the Woodiwiss family. Kathleen was a great author and she will be missed.
Debby Mundy
July 17, 2007
I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of such a wonderful author and gift to the literary world.
My condolences, thoughts and prayers to the entire Woodiwiss family and their friends. You were truely blessed to have had her in your life.
Uche Ihuoma
July 17, 2007
It is only God who gave the world such a tresure as Kathleen that can really comfort the world.She was the best author I ever had the pleasure of reading.She can never be replaced but she set a pace that others can only but follow.May God comfort her family and give them the futitude to bear this loss.
Uche
From Nigeria
chris lubsen
July 16, 2007
Winston Churchill once said "cherish your books and those you love best, pick them up, fondle them, let them fall open to your favorite pages." This is how I feel and have felt about the books written by your mother for the past 35 years. Her books gave me hours of joy and love. I will miss her and am sorry she is not in the world somewhere. She has gone to her rest in God.
Francie Davis
July 16, 2007
I just found this while searching genealogy and am just so shocked. Kathleen Woodiwiss is my all-time favorite author.
I am so very sorry to hear this and my prayers go out to the family. She was loved by so many and will sadly be missed.
Carol Campbell
July 15, 2007
I am heartbroken to learn of the "world's loss" of Kathleen E. Woodiwiss's life and brilliance. Please accept my condolences to each family member who is most touched by the "loss in his or her world" of a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt.
Ms. Woodiwiss "is" alive to me as a storyteller. I read her books at moments in my life when her honesty, humor, heartache, and hope buoyed me. It is ironic that I learned of her death while attending a writing class at the University of Iowa for Ms. Woodiwiss inspired me to become a writer. Moments before hearing of her passing, I encouraged a classmate to read "The Flame and the Flower" as a touchstone for understanding the emotion of a scene. I trust readers and admirers of Ms. Woodiwiss's talent will champion her legacy.
Please know I wish you all the best at this time. I loved Ms. Woodiwiss from afar and appreciate being able to express my feelings to you. Thank you.
Kindest Regards,
Carol Owens Campbell
Scharle' Resley
July 15, 2007
There are no words to convey the depth of my sorrow on the death of your mother. She was one of my favorite authors; I re-read The Flame and the Flower annually, and have for many years. I sincerely hope that you find comfort in knowing how greatly she impacted the lives of her many readers.
barbara mccormack
July 15, 2007
i am saddened at the news of kathleens passing and my sympathy goes to all her family. I have all her books and value them dearly she was the greatest writer i ever read and the flame and the flower lives in my heart forever. She will be in my prayers always.
safe in the arms of Jesus
Norma Whittington
July 15, 2007
My prayers are with you at this time. I read her books and am a friend of her neice.
Dorann Loehr
July 15, 2007
My sympathies for the loss of your Mother. Although she is my favorite author, nothing can compare with losing a Mother. I hope your memories sustain you, and that you gain strength from the knowledge that she touched so many lives.
Karen Michelle Nutt
July 15, 2007
So sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts go out to the family. Wolf and the Dove was the first historical romance I read. Kathleen Woodiwiss made me fall in love with the genre. This talented author will truly be missed.
ann b
July 14, 2007
She was a wonderful writer."A Rose In Winter" was my first novel I bought as a teen.And I have been reading her since.She will be missed.
Linda Ogle
July 13, 2007
I was so saddened to hear of her passing, knowing we will never read another new adventure by her.
Julia Clark
July 13, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of a wonderful and talented woman..gone too soon.
Linda Hall
July 13, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with your family as you grieve the loss of your Mother. She was truly a gifted person. I looked forward to each new book after a friend in Tenn. recommended her first one to me many years ago. She set the standard high for writers to follow in addition to being a lovely lady.
Felicita Reid
July 13, 2007
I am so sad about this...I am one of her readers. I feel grateful to Ms. Woodiwiss for the hours of enjoyment she provided to me by reading her novels. I believe, writers as gifted as Ms. Woodiwiss do not really go away for they live in the pages and in characters of her beautiful stories.
John F. Needham
July 13, 2007
Our sympathy for your lost of your Mother & our friend, members of the 622nd Air Refueling Squadron, England Air Force Base, Alexandria, LA. Ross Woodiwiss was also a fine Airman, Husband & Father. God Bless America and each one of you.
Jane Harrison
July 12, 2007
My condolences to the family of Kathleen Woodiwiss. What a wonderful and kind woman, whom I remember from days of old, in the romance writing world. She was the first romance author I read and I loved her books and have most of her books as first editions. God Bless the Family. She will never be forgotten
Tammy O'Neil-Haeg
July 12, 2007
I grew up reading Kathleen's books and then had the unique pleasure of working for her on her Morgan Farm in Princeton. She was a very down to earth person and a lovely women. My condolences also for Dorren. I new him as well and if I remember right he made an awesome Rum cake.
Betty O
July 12, 2007
A great voice has been silenced God Bless
Rose Schumacher
July 12, 2007
My sincere sympathies for the family of Kathleen Woodiwiss. I met herand her son Dorren, while showing Morgan horses in the 80's, and was privelaged enough to visit her beautiful farm where she graciously signed her book "A Rose in Winter" for me. She was a lovely and kind woman with much talent. She will be sadly missed.
SHEILA FORESTER
July 12, 2007
Kathleen was the greatest romance writer of all time. The first book I read, Flame and the Flower, don't think I ever put it down, read it all night, that was back in 1972. I will surely miss Kathleen. It is so sad to hear of her passing.
LOVE YOU DEARLY,
SHEILA
Pam Peddy
July 11, 2007
My condolences to the family of Kathleen Woodiwiss. She is by far one of the best romance writers of all time.
Gayle Brandt
July 11, 2007
I read my first Kathleen Woodiwiss book years ago and couldn't wait for her next book. My condolences go out to her family but know that she shared so much with everyone with her books.
Yolanda
July 11, 2007
I have felt a great sadness when I have found out about the news. She is my favorite writer. Since I began to read his fiction always he has had an especial place in my heart and I always have wanted to thank him for those wonderful stories that he was sharing with us. I want to get my sense over condolence to his family and to his loved ones
He sentido una gran tristeza al enterarme de la noticia. Ella es mi escritora favorita. Desde que comencé a leer sus novelas siempre ha tenido un lugar especial en mi corazón y siempre he querido darle las gracias por esas maravillosas historias que compartía con nosotros. Quiero hacer llegar mi sentido pésame a su familia y a sus seres queridos
Ann P.
July 11, 2007
My thoughts are with the family of Kathleen Woodiwiss. I read her first novel in one sitting many years ago and passed it on to many family members who also became dedicated readers. I was sorry to hear of her passing; we have lost a great author.
Evelyn McMillian
July 11, 2007
I am so sorry for your lost. I feel like I have lost a member of my family or a best friend. Your mother bought so much joy into my life. May God bless you in your time of need.
Lisa
July 11, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to her family. I read Ashes In the Wind my sophmore yr. & was hooked. Her books have always been my escape. My son is even named after Brandon from The Flame and The Flower. Because of her I also passed history in school. Thank you for all of the joy you gave us Ms. Woodiwiss you will be greatly missed.
Wee Jennifer
July 11, 2007
My heart is broken! I first read Kathleen Woodiwiss' books more than 20 years ago. Todate, she is still my most favourite romance author. Her passing on is a great loss to all of us. My condolences and sympathies to her sons and their families.
Robyn Riley
July 10, 2007
She was a wonderful writer and I loved her books. I'm so sad to hear about her passing. My deepest sympathy is extended to her family.
Judy & Dave Storgaard
July 10, 2007
To Our Dear Woodiwiss Friends,
The loss of Kathleen leaves us speechless. We always felt honored to be in her presence. The respect and love we have for her will never fade. We will miss her gentleness, her kindness and her smile. We are so thankful to have had the privilege of knowing Kathleen.
With all our love and prayers.
Sarah H
July 10, 2007
My thoughts and prayers to out to Kathleen and her family. I was a fan of her writing.
Sue Mininni
July 10, 2007
So sorry to hear of Kathleen's passing. As a single mother alone I got lost in her romance books many, many times and I still have every one of them. She will truly be missed. I can't wait for her last book and I will cherish it as I have cherished all the others. God Bless You all.
Troie Wilde
July 10, 2007
Wow, I'm also sorry to hear of the loss to not only her family but the many readers she did have.
I read many of her books and they were very well written. What I would call a keeper, those I kept and read over and over again.
My prayers are with her friends and to all those that enjoyed her legacy she left all of us.
Mary Jean Huether
July 10, 2007
Today I am sad. I so loved her words that I shared them will all. I made lifelong friends thru her books. She deserves a place in history along side the Bronte Sisters and Jane Austin. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. God Bless, Kathleen, a piece of my heart is forever yours.
Melissa Bradley
July 10, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Woodiwiss family. Kathleen Woodiwiss was one of the very first romances authors I ever read in my early teens, and because of her incredible writing I am still an avid fan today. May Kathleen rest in peace~God Speed.
MJ Pace
July 10, 2007
Words cannot bring peace at this time...but the words Kathleen penned brought peace and joy to many of her readers.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours during this time. She will be greatly missed and someday, we will all meet again....
Renee (Hodgson) Lueck
July 10, 2007
Sean,
I was so sorry to hear about Dorren's death a few weeks ago and now your mother. I lost my brother, Bryan, suddenly 14 years ago so I understand your sorrow. But to lose your mother so soon after must be very difficult. You and your family are in my prayers.
Melanie Despain
July 10, 2007
My deepest sympathies go out to your family at this time of great sorrow. One of my first romance novels was written by this great lady and sparked my love for this genre. She was an amazing author and will be greatly missed.
Heather Noll
July 10, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I have been reading her books for so long and was so sad to hear that she passed away! She will never be forgotten!
Robin Bayne
July 10, 2007
So sorry to hear of this! I am a loyal fan and will be sending prayers up for the family.
Carolyn Smith
July 10, 2007
Meeting Ms Woodwiss in Houston and hearing her speak was a pleasure. She was such a sweet person and she made immeasurable contribution to the romance industry. She will remain an international treasure, missed by all who read her books or met her. Sincere condolences to her family.
kristy burdsall
July 10, 2007
our deepest sympathy to the Woodiwiss family. you are in our thoughts and prayers. from the Burdsall family (extention of the Vanderford family)
Mechele Armstrong
July 10, 2007
My deepest condolences go out to the entire family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
One of the first romances I ever read was the Flame and The Flower. I fell in love with the happily ever after because of Mrs. Woodiwiss. It influences my own writing to this day.
I'm forever grateful to her for everything that she shared with the world.
Janice Hyatt
July 9, 2007
The news of Ms Woodiwiss' death came as a shock to me. I am truely sorry for her passing. She will forever be missed, but always remembered. May her family find solice knowing how well loved she was.
Melissa G.
July 9, 2007
To the Woodiwiss family,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother, sister, grandmother.
Kathleen touched and inspired so many people's lives with her work, myself included. It is through her work that I fell in love with historical romance and because of her I write the same.
KATHLEEN FUNK
July 9, 2007
I HAVE LOST MY DEAREST FRIEND. A PERSON WHO TOUCHED MY LIFE MORE THAN ANYONE I HAVE EVER KNOWN TO DO. SHE SENT ME 2 AUTOGRAPHED BOOKS THAT ARRIVED ON MY BIRTHDAY 5 YRS. AGO, WHICH I WILL CHERISH THE REST OF MY LIFE. I AM SADDENED BEYOND WORDS.
Kay Hooper
July 9, 2007
My deepest sympathies to her family and her many fans, of which I am one. Her books were always Keepers, and undoubtedly inspired many of us to write.
Andrea Smith
July 9, 2007
Kathleen Woodiwiss was the writer who introduced me to romance stories as well. I have re-read her books many times. Bless her for giving us so many dashing heroes and strong women. She left a wonderful, everlasting mark on the world.
Melissa Nix
July 9, 2007
I can easily remember the first romance I ever read, The Wolf and The Dove. It was summer and I was "trapped" with my parents at lake house when I wanted to be at home with my friends. My mom went to the flea market and again as a teenager I was "forced" to accompany her. She bought me a box of books and The Wolf and The Dove was in it. I spent the next two days reading it and then insisted on going to the library to get the rest of Kathleen Woodiwiss's books that they had! Suddenly being "trapped" wasn't such a bad thing. I have continued to re-read Kathleen Woodiss again and again over the years and now 20 years later I still have a copy of The Wolf and The Dove on my bookshelf along with several other of my favorite Woodiwiss books. She will be very much missed!
Elsie Hogarth
July 9, 2007
My condolences to Ms.Woodiwiss' family. Her works will live on through her fans because they are so loved.
Marilyn M
July 9, 2007
I was truly sorry for your loss. I spent many hours enjoying your mother's work. God be with the surviving family.
Joy Harris
July 9, 2007
I was so sorry to hear that Kathleen had passed. I loved her books, still have them and re-read them often. The Flame and The Flower was my favorite and I wish her peace.
Barbara Helferich
July 9, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with Ms Woodiwiss' family. Hers was one of the first romance novels I ever read. The Wolf and The Dove and Shanna are to this day my favorite historical romance novels.
Barbara Oldt
July 9, 2007
My condolences to the family of Kathleen Woodiwiss. I was stunned to learn of her death. While I never met her, I felt I knew her through the wonderful stories she told. I have enjoyed them all, and especially loved The Flame and the Flower. She had a talent she so graciously shared with the world. My you remember her with love and happy memories.
Kathy Kreinhop
July 9, 2007
I am so sorry of your mother's passing. I grew up reading her works and have treasured each and every one of them.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow.
Michael Marshall
July 9, 2007
I only meet Kathleen one time,here in Louisiana when she lived on a beautiful southern plantation in Cheneyville. She was just as lovely and gracious as her surroundings. Knowing her Louisiana family, it is not hard to believe that she wrote about beauty and Love because they also are kind and loving people. I know she will be greatly missed.
Roberta Kozak
July 9, 2007
Ms. Woodiwiss was one of the first romance authors I started reading. She was one of the best and will be greatly missed. My condolences to her family.
Ashley Applebee
July 9, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Reading Kathleen's books is what started my love afair with romance novels, she will be missed by all.
Harriet Sexton
July 9, 2007
Please accept my condolences. The "Flame & the Flower" was also my very first romance novel when I was in Jr High School with "Shanna" & "Ashes in the Wind" being my favorites. I was fortunate enough to have met her several years ago while she was on a signing tour & was able to get several first addition books autographed. They are proudly displayed in my home. Romance novels would not be where they are today without Ms Woodiwiss & other early romance writers blazing the trail. She will be missed.
Ali Flores
July 9, 2007
My prayers are with the friends and family of Kathleen Woodiwiss. She was a wonderful writer who had a beautiful way in telling her stories. She will be missed.
Mickey D Watson
July 9, 2007
The loss of Kathleen E. Woodiwiss will be not forgotten, any time soon. Her stories and characters are beloved friends, to all of her fans. Her writings are her legacy to the world of Historical Romance and what a legacy, she has left us!
It was 29 years ago, that I first read Shanna and I am still 'in love' with Ruark and his amber eyes, to this day. Now, that's a legacy!!!
God Bless the family and friends, who are mourning her passing.
In retrospect though... What a life! What a writer! What a woman!
God Bless and God speed, Kathleen!
Ingela F. Hyatt
July 9, 2007
I just wanted to give my condolences to Kathleen's family, fellow readers and authors... I too cut my teeth on Kathleen E. Woodiwiss' books, my favorites being The Wolf and the Dove, Ashes in the Wind, and A Rose in Winter. She started a genre which has grown by leaps and bounds, she introduced generation after generation to romance, and inspired a legion of authors, including myself. Though she is now gone, she will never be forgotten...
April Bloom
July 9, 2007
1978 (I was 17) was the year I was introduced to Kathleen's books. My boyfriend's mother let me read her copy of "Shanna" and I was hooked! I spent the night at their house and the guestroom was right next to his parent's bedroom. The storyline was so good that I couldn't sleep because I kept thinking about the it, so at about 3:00 a.m. I turned the light back on to continue reading. In comes the boyfriend's mother to see what I was up to (thinking her son had snuck into my room) and she burst out laughing and said "Oh thank goodness" when she saw me reading the book! I should add that it was probably the fourth time I had turned the light back on to keep reading....
Thank you Kathleen for your wonderful stories..because of you I learned to love reading...you will be missed.
My sincerest condolences to her family, may she rest in peace.
Meredith hoffman
July 9, 2007
I'm so sorry to hear that Ms. Woodiwiss passed away. I was introduced to her books by my older sister while I was still in my teens 30+ years ago. My favorites, Shanna and The Flame and the Flower are in tatters, but I still read them every so often as they are old but dear friends to me. God bless her, she will be missed.
LeeAnn P.
July 9, 2007
I was stunned and deeply saddened to hear of Kathleen Woodiwiss' passing. We lost an incredible author. I've had the pleasure of reading all of her books and I could hardly wait until another would come out. She was a very gifted lady and I will mourn her loss. My prayers and condolences to her family.
Sandy James
July 9, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the Woodiwiss family. Kathleen was an inspiration and has left her mark on the genre and on many, many lives. She will be truly missed.
Sonya Hucks
July 9, 2007
My prayers are with you and your family in your time of need. Ms woodiwiss was a great woman that brighten our lives with her love of romance. she will not be forgotten but she will be sorely missed.
Rosanna Clark
July 9, 2007
I just wanted to say I'm sorry for your loss, she will be greatly missed, I loved her books, she was the author that started me reading romance and even though I didn't know her, I felt as if i did. My condolences go to your family.
Glynnis Campbell
July 9, 2007
"The Flame and the Flower," the first romance novel I ever read, was what inspired and allowed me to become a historical romance author. Kathleen's voice will be missed, and all of us who have followed in her footsteps owe her a debt of gratitude.
Susan Wicker
July 9, 2007
Millions of romance readers throughout the world grieve with you. Thousands of romance writers can credit Kathleen Woodiwiss for inspiring them to write. For us, she will never be gone -- she will live forever through her books.
Denise Mc Carty
July 9, 2007
My deepest sympathy to Kathleen's whole family. She was a great author. I first read her book (The Flame and The Flower)in 1978 by mistake and loved it and all of them ever since. I have reread them many times over. She will be greatly missed.
Dorian Vandegrift
July 9, 2007
We were deeply saddened to hear about Kathleen's passing. We hope the family is able to find solace in this very difficult time with the loss of Dorren, as well. Please know that we are thinking about you and our prayers are with you all.
Love,
Dorian and Heather Vandegrift
melanie gordon
July 9, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. She was my favorite author when I was a teenager so much so I named my Daughter Heather Brianna. again my thoughts and prayers are with you all
Lisa Hollett
July 9, 2007
My thoughts and prayers to Mrs Woodiwiss' family and friends. Her writing brought love back into my heart when I did not think that was possible. Her writing will be greatly missed by her fans as I know her love will be missed by her family.
Esther Burns
July 9, 2007
Her books were the first of the genre' I ever read, and over the years, her work became an mainstay in my library. For so many of her fans, this is like loosing a dear dear friend. My heartfelt sympathies to her family and loved ones. Please know that she gave so many people so much in her life and that many prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Jennifer F
July 9, 2007
Ms. Woodiwiss was a wonderful author. Please accept my condolences on her passing. She will be missed.
Maet Fracon
July 9, 2007
I couldn't believe it when I read the new, without Kathleen Woodiwiss many wouldn't have discovered romance, me included, and many others wouldn't be published writers. She was an example to follow as an author and a woman to admire for her talent, strenght and her belief in the power of deep love. I will terribly miss you Kathleen, but a part of you will always stay with us through the words of your books.
Jennifer Blake
July 9, 2007
I am saddened beyond words by the loss of this lovely and courageous lady, truly an icon of the romance industry. She went before us all, showing the way. I would not be where I am today without her. She will be missed.
Delores Franklin
July 9, 2007
I was deeply sadden to hear of the death of a absolutely fabulous author who I have come to love and enjoy in the reading each and every book she's written. Her contribution to the literary world will be missed. My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes to the family during this time of sorrow and grief. Again, Ms. Woodiwiss will be highly missed.
Yvonne Murray
July 9, 2007
My condolences to the family. I am so sorry for you in this time. I hope you know there are hundreds of prayers out here for the entire family to comfort you and strengthen you.
As so many others as said, Kathleen opened the door to the romance book genre as it is today and she will be remembered with a great deal of fondness. I, too, still have all my copies of her books.
Sharon Forsyth
July 8, 2007
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She has been one of my favorite authors for many years, and I am saddened that we will no longer be gifted by her wonderful books. Again, my deepest sympathies to your family. She will be missed.
Betty Dinger
July 8, 2007
She touched my heart so many years ago...and I still reread her books. Good bye to a very romantic storyteller...peace be in heaven, live on in your words...
Chasity Messenger
July 8, 2007
I was very saddened to hear that Mrs. Woodiwiss passed on. I was a very big fan of her work. She will be truly missed.
fl fletcher
July 8, 2007
Such an extraordinarily talented and valiant author who made a profound impression on untold many millions will be sorely missed.
Looking back, I don't believe the fledgling romance genre would have metamophosed into the considerable and respectable force it is today without MS. Woodiwiss and her articulate, bold, and creative storytelling to peck out a path for us to follow.
My condlences the family and friends upon your great loss. To write so knowledgably of love and its force, one must know how to love greatly, and that is a rare thing indeed.
For those of us who didn't know her personally: When the moving pen continues to write, her unique wordsmithing will remain passionate and eloquent as each elegant phrase blossoms afresh. Kathleen's words have achieved immortality and that means forever.
Anna Adams
July 8, 2007
My thoughts are for your family, that your memories may bring you peace. Kathleen Woodiwiss's The Wolf and the Dove is still one of my favorite stories. The world was richer because of the words she shared with us.
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