Kansas City, Missouri
Mary Kristine Cheatum died peacefully at Research Medical Center on June 6. Kris was born May 1, 1937, in El Dorado, Kan., to Ethyl and W.C. Lange. "Kris" attended El Dorado Public Schools, graduating in 1955, and graduated cum laude from Southwestern College in 1959 with a major in sociology....
Read MoreI too worked with Kris, and Sara, in KC,Ks. Kris and I had our boys at the same time. I left in 1972 but Kris kept in contact at least once a year, especially when she told us John would be on TV. She will be missed by all who knew her and worked with her. All my sympathies to John and Steven and their families.
Pat Weisrock, Sheboygan, WI
December 30, 2010
Kris and I along with several others were great friends in those early days as young social workers in Kansas City, Kansas. John, I knew you before you were born and as a baby. Steven, I knew you before you were born. I left K.C. in 1967 but Kris and I stayed in touch. She has left us much too soon, but her good works will live on. My deepest sympathy to all who love her.
Sara
December 30, 2010 | WA
A beacon for diversity goes dark, but her light lives on
By LEWIS W. DIUGUID
The Kansas City Star
http://www.kansascity.com/2010/06/20/2031633/a-beacon-for-diversity-goes-dark.html
June 21, 2010
I had the pleasure of spending many hours with Kris, and Lynn, in meetings, at events, etc. She was a truly kind, creative, intelligent and selfless leader who not only made a difference but did so while making all around her enjoy it. I am honored to have known her. She will be greatly missed.
Bob Jacobi
June 15, 2010 | Kansas City, MO
John and Steven,
I am sorry about the loss of your Mom and your Dad. A difficult twelve months. I think back to times when life was simple on Farley Lane - fun we had as kids even though the age spread we had. Fond memories of Raincloud your dog and your mellow tabby cat (Lee-t?). The times your cousins visited from Eldorado, Kansas; fun we all had together. We lost our mom, Ruth Oakes last October. I saw in pictures Kris had attended her visitation. How I wish I knew and gone...
William Oakes
June 14, 2010 | San Antonio, TX
To Kris's family,
I am Lynn's cousin, and he has always been very special to me. When I first met Kris, I knew she was the right person for him, and I have long admired her spirit, her commitment to peace, and her love for her family. My sincere sympathies to you: all of us are all diminished by her death.
Phyllis DuBois
June 14, 2010 | San Jose, CA
The world has lost a true hero. Kris was such a committed activist for peace and a beautiful person. My thoughts and prayers go out to Kris' family and friends.
Pamela Smith
June 12, 2010 | Independence, MO
It seems more appropriate to celebrate Kris's life, and the many ways in which she touched our own lives, than to mourn her passing. I believe we can best honor and remember her by keeping alive within ourselves her spirit of love and caring, and to continue walking the road we shared with her: the path of peace.
Mario Galván
Peace Action National Board Member
Sacramento, CA
June 12, 2010
I had the pleasure of helping Kris and Lynn with their banking needs over the last 3 years. I will always remember her warmth and positive spirit. My condolences to her family
Devin
June 11, 2010