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Phyllis Kappeler Obituary

Phyllis E. Kappeler, 88, of Durant, IA died on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at the Kahl Home, Davenport. Arrangements: Bentley Funeral Home in Durant.

Published by Quad-City Times on Dec. 6, 2018.
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To the family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Phyllis was a pleasure to know. She always had a kind word and a shared her love of life with everyone she met. We will all miss her.

Marilyn Dengler

Friend

December 18, 2018

We are thinking of all the good memories we have involving Phyllis, such a loving and fun lady. She will be fondly remembered by all. Our sincere sympathy to you for your loss.

Tony & LuAnn Wulf

Friend

December 15, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Jane Kreimeyer

Friend

December 14, 2018

To the Kappeler family, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Phyllis was a great lady and I have many good memories of her. I know you do too. Those memories will keep you going. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Sherri Shoppa-Goans

Acquaintance

December 11, 2018

Linda, Karen, Kevin & Keith

We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. I have some wonderful memories of your family. We want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Vicki & Dave Porth

December 10, 2018

To the Kappeler Family, So sorry to hear of Phyllis's passing. She was a joy to have conversations with. Always caring and thoughtful. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Caryl and Gary Maurer

Caryl Maurer

Friend

December 10, 2018

To the whole family we send our sincere sympathy. Softball games will not be the same without Phyllis. Wonderful lady to be around.

Roland & Donna Paper

Friend

December 9, 2018

Dear Linda Guyer, I am writing to express my condolences on the passing of your Mom. You have my sympathy.

Duncan J Cameron

Friend

December 9, 2018

So sorry for your lost, Aunt Phyllis was a fun lady and will be missed by many !!

Ginny Ruplinger-Thomsen

Family

December 9, 2018

Im sorry to hear of Philliss passing. My thoughts are with all of you at this time of loss.

Bill Larson

Friend

December 8, 2018

Sharon and family So sorry for your loss

jo ellen zybarth meyer

Acquaintance

December 8, 2018

Our sympathy to the whole family. Enjoyed very much visiting with her when time allowed,either at McDonalds or the bowling alley.

John Hoffmann

December 8, 2018

I am so sorry so hear of the passing of your mother. I understand it is a difficult time. I hope all your memories and Gods love and peace will comfort you at this time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Lonnie Schreck

Friend

December 8, 2018

Linda, Karen, Kevin and Keith,

I'm so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful aunt and tremendous supporter of all of us!
With Sympathy,
Shari, Scott, Barak and Briggs Wittlake

Shari Wittlake

Family

December 7, 2018

Always loved running into Phyllis when we were out and about in Durant. Fantastic supporter of the Wildcats. Enjoyed her upbeat attitude and infectious laughter. Our condolences to the Kappeler family. From the Moeller family.

Daniel Moeller

Neighbor

December 7, 2018

Linda, Karen, Kevin, Keith & families,

My sincerest condolences in the passing of your mom.

Sue Larson-Bennett

Friend

December 7, 2018

Sorry to hear of your loss. We appreciate all that Linda did for our mother. In our thoughts and prayers.

James & Carol Jaeger

Friend

December 7, 2018

a loved one

December 7, 2018

So sorry for your families loss
Hugs and prayers to all

Jeff and Angie Quinn

December 7, 2018

Thinking of you and yours, Linda. Losing Mom is very difficult.

Mary Decker

Friend

December 7, 2018

My sympathy to all of you. I will always remember Bill and Phyllis from my early days at ASCS and then She, Kevin and Keith as they worked together thru the years. Peace be to her and to all of you in your grief journey.
My Mom moved to The Kahl Home in August. Too bad I didn't know she was there, I could have visited with her. Donna Knapper

Donna Knapper

Friend

December 7, 2018

May your memories offer you comfort.

Terri Zinger

Friend

December 7, 2018

A strong and courageous woman whose great legacy will be the wonderful children she raised. My condolences to all the family. She will be missed.

Janet Jaeger Palmer

Friend

December 7, 2018

Sorry for your loss. I first met Phyllis when I was in grade school. I would hear HI COLLIER
As we grew up she was at every athletic event cheering her grand kids and kids she would come to know on. Now as I watch my kids athletic events I would hear COLLIER if I didnt say hi to her first. She will be greatly miss. What a wonderful lady!

Eric Collier

December 6, 2018

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to everyone.

Kathy Bringman

Friend

December 6, 2018

Thoughts and prayers

Kathy Beungman (Seligman)

Friend

December 6, 2018

So very sorry for the famlilys loss. Phyllis was a strong woman who cared for her entire family. She is loved & will be missed greatly.

Gene & Sue Otto

Family

December 6, 2018

So sorry for your loss.

Wayne and Kayla Holst

December 6, 2018

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