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vernell MCMiller
April 10, 2015
During the time when I think about my dear friend. I am so thankful karen introduced me to her family. I am so grateful for another special gift from her. Once we were wearing sandals and we discovered we had a little birthmark on the same toe . We laughed and I told her we were sisters because of our matching toe birthmark. I can write about her all day because my heart is full of living memories. I will always treasure the years of advice she has shared with me. (((((( HUGS )))) to all who LOVE and miss Karen / Kay
April 9, 2015
There are many days I will think about my dear friend and sad tears just flow like a river. There are some days I will think about karen and I will laugh and cry happy tears. There are some days I will just think and think about Karen while walking or just listening to easy listening must. I truly believe she has given us so many gifts . One of the gifts she has given me is... After my mother died I told karen there's no way I was going to be able to live without my mother. Karen told me I am stronger than I think I am. She was FULL OF LOVE and WISDOM !
(((((( HUGS ))))) to all who love and miss our Karen / Kay .
Vicki Chapman
June 8, 2013
To Bob & family, I remember Kay from Sumner High School & she was an absolute jewel. She had a wonderful spirit about her. Even though I had not seen her in a long time, she will be missed. You will be in my thoughts & prayers.
Denise Rogers
June 5, 2013
Kay was a beautiful person--always kind and generous. Although I have not seen her for many years, I remember her as a light for goodness. She will be missed.
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Joey (Jo-Lynn) Gonzales
June 1, 2013
Kay was a brilliant star with radiance that captured you. An essence that glimmered with love, strength,sweetness and such a loving soul. I felt so honored to have known you and you will always be in my heart dearest one. My love and prayers go out to Bob and the family.
May 31, 2013
Dear Bob and family,
We were so sorry to learn of Kay's passing. Please know that you are all in our thoughts, prayers and hearts. May your good memories bring you peace.
Love,
All the Spragues
Jeanne Engle
May 30, 2013
Dear Kay was a shining star in this world. From our first meeting many years ago, I knew I had entered the presence of a special, loving soul. She will be greatly missed, but lovingly remembered.
Our prayers will be offered for the progress of Kay's soul, and for you and your dear family, Bob.
Love to you all. Dan and Jeanne Engle
Geneen Von Kloha
May 30, 2013
Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers. Knowing Michelle has been reunited with her mother after 17 years brings solace at this time of loss.
Lisa Riley
May 30, 2013
Bob and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We remember Karen as a beautiful, kind woman who loved her family very much. She was a friend, and an inspiration to many patients at SSM, my father Joe was one of them. Her kind heart and spirit made a lasting impression on our family. It would always brighten Dad's day when he saw Karen and Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.
Jean Faszl and Lisa Faszl-Riley
(Family of Joseph Faszl)
Brittany Lewis
May 30, 2013
Ever since the first time I met Rich, I realized what a special person he was and knew had to come from an amazing family. Hearing him talk about the love he has for his mother and how brave he thought she was to battle her illness for so long was inspiring. I am so very sorry for what you all are going through. I send my love and I know heaven must have received a very special angel.
vernell mcmiller
May 30, 2013
The song writer was correct..it is so hard to say goodbye. I will always treasure the memories my buddy and I have created. We often called each other Buddy because... we were more than friends!
Sharon Dixon Peay
May 30, 2013
Bob, you and your family are in my heart and thoughts. Sending love and prayers for all of you. Kay touched my life and I know she filled your lives too. Remembering her love and spirit, compassion and gratitude, laughter and strength...today and always.
May 30, 2013
What a beautiful spirit of love and laughter. We will always cherish our moments spent in her presence.
Joyce and Pop
Katie Saldana
May 30, 2013
From the Pohl/Saldana Family we send our sympathy and love.
Donna and Mike Ard
May 29, 2013
There are some people who come into our lives only briefly but touch our hearts deeply and remain with us forever.
Dearest Kay, you are one of those blessed souls. We are so very blessed to have known you . Your joy for music, your radiant smile, your unconditional love, and caring spirit will be long remembered by all of us who knew and loved you. May you raise your voice in joyous song through all the worlds of God.
We send our love to the Yoder family and will remember all of you in our prayers.
Dora King
May 29, 2013
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Elizabeth Belanger
May 29, 2013
There's an extra brilliant star in the Abha Kingdom. She was a beautiful, warm, exceptional woman and she will be fondly remembered.
~ Elizabeth Belanger and Family
Stefan Reynolds
May 29, 2013
Kay has set the bar high in showing all who knew her what it means to be a loving wife and mother. The trappings of mortality fade away, but families are forever, I am glad to be part of yours.
Mark Pousson
May 29, 2013
I had the opportunity to dance with Karen's son, Richard, in a program titled "The Journey". Richard, you, your mother and family will be in my thoughts and prayers as you remember, honor, and celebrate your mother's journey of life.
May 28, 2013
I have known Karen since high school. She was alway a a loving and respectable lady. She was a good friend, a wonderful big sister, a great wife and mother and a woman I admired. My heart goes out to her husband, children, family and Penny.
Kalyn and Eric McNeal
May 28, 2013
Death Conferreth the Gift of Everlasting Life
Death proffereth unto every confident believer the cup that is life indeed. It bestoweth joy, and is the bearer of gladness. It conferreth the gift of everlasting life. Gleanings
I am glad you did get to hear the music of the choir you so loved before your passing, this was a special moment and may God bless and keep your love ones. Charmaine Coates (Jacksonville, Fl)
Colleen Smith
May 28, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Yoder family as Kay continues her journey through all of the worlds of God. It was a great honour to know and sing with Kay. I will always remember her radiant smile and the love and warmth which she radiated.
Valerie Smith
May 28, 2013
I am so grateful I got to meet Kay at the various choir festivals, and Voices of Baha tours. Loving Baha'i prayers and greetings from Valerie Smith, and the Baha'i Community of Old Saybrook, CT.
Karla M Wynn [Diouf)
May 28, 2013
Mama Kay, thank you for your joy, your love, your compassion and your voice! We will love and miss you dearly. You are now reunited with your sisters and brothers in Song and in Service in the Abha Paradise. I am blessed to have known and been able to hang out with such beauty! Love and miss you. Karla Wynn [Diouf] (Baltimore, MD)
Susan Buckingham
May 28, 2013
Kay's devotion to Faith and family has been inspirational. Her grace, her courage, her "full of love" smile, and her kind ways will not be forgotten. My world has been blessed for having known her.
Debbie Hays
May 28, 2013
I didn't get to meet you in person, but your spirit lives on in the Baha'i music. Thank you!!
Eric Hadley-Ives
May 28, 2013
The whole Yoder family has always been an inspiration and a source of joy. Kay was an especially important person in my life, who set an example of how to face adversity with courage and enjoy life with a light heart and a quick laugh. Her music and her kind voice have always been a support.
Claudia Rhen
May 28, 2013
Karen Flynn Yoder--oh what a sweet, sweet spirit! I will always cherish the good times we shared in college. To the family, remember and cherish the good memories and know that your loved ones inspired many with her love. May God comfort you! Proverbs 3:5-7
Shahram & Parisa Firouzian
May 28, 2013
Her passing is a great loss for humanity. Beside her utmost artistic talents, and being a great mother, she was a great person. She was one of the first people who opened her arm to my family when we didn't know anyone in St. Louis. Kay, our hearts ache for your passing, but you are now in the infinite beauty. May the blessed beauty confirm you and your beloved family in all the journeys of your lives.
Cheryll Simmerman
May 28, 2013
Sing with the angels, Kay!! Much love and the peace that passeth understanding to all the family.
May 28, 2013
Dear Kay is now reunited with Ernestine...Don't you know there is a whole lot of beautiful music happening in the Abha Kingdom!! We just miss you so much down here... With love, Linda Head
Edris Taborn
May 28, 2013
Will forever find a sweetness in the remembrance of Kay's laughter in humorous situations and the sound of her counsel in meaningful situations. Much love and admiration for this beautiful soul.
Jackie Charlot
May 28, 2013
Kay has raised a radiant and loving family.
Barbara Brannan
May 28, 2013
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
How Kay did live. A smile that would light the room. A laugh that was contagious and you could not help but laugh with her and a heart filled with love, for family and friends alike. You will forever be in our hearts. I will miss you.
Alvah & Tammy Brooks
May 28, 2013
A beautiful spirit has left this earth. But she will continue to live on through her family and those who knew and loved her. Love and sympathy.
Patricia Cameron
May 28, 2013
Kay Yoder's singing voice, her laughing voice, her story telling voice, her lover-of-family voice weave their way through our memories of her, precious every one. How grateful we are to have loved her, known her through choirs and tours and as friends. We offer prayers for her joyous and noble soul and its progress through all the worlds of our Lord. With deepest love, Pat and Brian Cameron
Caitlin LaMarche
May 28, 2013
I feel blessed to have ever met Kay! Especially to have the pleasure to sing her beautiful songs. She will forever be a soul that will be traveling with me till the end of time. Love you Kay!! Thank you for everything!!!
Gai laMarche
May 28, 2013
I will never forget her smile and her warm hug. I have a friend serving in Haifa and will have her offer prayer for Kay at the shrines. My love to the family. Gai LaMarche
Lindsay LaMarche
May 27, 2013
I am ever grateful to God that I had the honor of knowing this beautiful, gracious soul. She has always been an example for me of a strong, loving, and wise woman. Her beautiful family is a living testament to this. You are already sorely missed, Kay.
May 27, 2013
Kay was a most remarkable and beautiful soul. I cherish my many memories of Carnegie Hall, concert tours to Europe, special times at Louhelen, singing with her at the House of Worship and having the privilege of getting to know the Yoder family.
Her bright light has been transformed into a "star" joining with her dear friend, Ernie, to sparkle in the heavens. I will forever see their glow when I look to the sky at night.. Theirs will be the brightest by far.
I send the Yoder family my love and hugs as you prepare for Kay's final farewell. How I wish I could be with you in person.
Ron Speer Georgetown, Ontario
Patty Carleton
May 27, 2013
Kay has joined the heavenly choir. I will always hear her voice in my heart.
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