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Kathleen Kritzer Obituary

Stockton, CA

June 27, 1952 - November 23, 2006

Kathleen N. Kritzer passed away on November 23, 2006 at the age of 54. Born in Stockton, she remained her entire life, graduating from Franklin High School. She enjoyed traveling, camping, the ocean, poker parties with friends and trips to the casino. Her home was a gathering place for fun with friends and family. She loved to plan and hold parties and kept everyone entertained with her laughter and smile. Also known as Mama Jo to some, she cherished those closest to her and her generosity, love and support were overwelming. She will truly be missed. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Dennis R. Kritzer of Stockton, sons John Kritzer of Stockton, Dennis Kritzer and his wife Raelyn of San Jose, her mother, Floy Baldwin of Stockton, her sister Lynn Saveli of Galt and her brothers Winick Baldwin and Mark Baldwin, both of Stockton. Friends and family are invited to attend funeral services at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at the Evergreen chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 at E. Harney Lane in Lodi.

Arrangements are under direction of Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, Lodi.

Family has asked that donations be made to Hospice of San Joaquin County in her name.

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Published by The Record on Nov. 26, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Kathleen Kritzer

62 Entries

LINDA PAULK

December 25, 2007

WELL KATHY IT IS CHRISTMAS DAY, I KNOW YOUR NOT SUFFERING ANYMORE AND THAT CAN BE THE BEST CHRISTMAS GIFT TO ALL OF US. WE ALL MISS YOU AND LONG TO SEE YOU AGAIN WITH THAT GREAT BIG SMILE OF YOURS. I CAN TELL YOU ARE MISSED BY ALOT OF PEOPLE BY JUST READING WHAT FRIENDS OF YOURS HAD TO SAY. YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILEY BOTH MISS YOU, AND LOVE YOU. UNTILL WE SEE EACH OTHER AGAIN HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS WITH THE LOARD. LOVE YOU YOUR FRIEND ALWAYS LINDA FERGUSON (PAULK)

Denny Kritzer

December 23, 2007

I just wanted to thank everybody for your kind words, I miss her every day. I love you mom.

Denny Kritzer

December 23, 2007

I just wanted to say thank you to everybody for all your kind words, ilove my mom and miss her every day. Merry christmas mom, I love you.

Cindy Martin

July 2, 2007

Dear Kathy, Dennis, family and friends,
I have moved to Coronado, California right across the Bay of San Diego. Just in case you decide to drop by and say hi and have a glass of spiritual wine - this is where I am living now. Kathy,your leaving us was so hard for everyone, but especially your family and Jenee, Bob, Krista, Joe, Harley and Logan, because you are their MamaJo. Alyssa, my grandaughter said at your funeral "Na Na, Kathy will be back", even a 2 1/2 year old couldn't believe you were gone. Your not being here has placed a void in all of our lives.
We had a birthday party for my mother (Virginia Martin)a few weeks ago (I was in town) and Dennis showed up. It was so great to see him. I feel like you all are my family.
Happy Birthday "OUR WONDERFUL BUBBLY KATHY". I think you would love where K.C. and I moved to. It is peaceful, fun...the city is just minutes away and we are right on the beach. We see the ocean every morning when we wake up and we take wonderful walks along the beach. Life is good here...So Kathy I would love to talk to you again...In my dreams we do.
We miss you so much I can't believe you are really gone. One day, we will all be together you, me and my sisters' Jenee and Judy and we will play Phase 10. Our favorite game. Now that's a date.

For family and friends my address is 1730 Avenida del Mundo, #1505, Coronado, CA 92118, phone (209) 610-0454. I have lost touch with a lot of Kathy's family and friends..so if you think of it please drop me a line or e-mail me my address is [email protected]...
All our Love, Cindy Martin and K.C. Miller

Lynette Savelli

July 1, 2007

My Dear Sister, Winick and Julia wanted me to write a little something for you since they don't have a computer. They miss you so much. Its been hard for Winick to come to grips with your leaving us so soon, especially since we are both older. But,we would not want you here suffering in pain the way you did. We think of you every day and can't wait for the day we will all be together celebrating in our Lords prescence. I remender you and I were talking on the phonr one day when you found you didn't have to long. And I was crying and so upset ans you said ( Lynette please don"t cry, I will be so much better off up in heaven no more worry and no more pain. I know we all understand that, but its so very hard to let go of someone you loved all your life as a sister and best friend. But anyway my dear Sister we will contuine to live and go to the place where you were laid to rest and put flowers there, till one day we will all go home to Heaven and be together forever. All our Love, Winick Julia and Lynette

Rhoda Murdock

June 29, 2007

MommaJo,

I miss you so much right now, It was your birthday 2 days ago and its strange you not being here! It being your birthday and always Celebrating it. I miss playing cards with you and Shirley Kay, I miss the friday night gatherings Our Pizza Parties, Most of All I miss you so much. Why did God take you so soon? I love you Love Rhoda Lou

LINDA FERGUSON (PAULK)

June 29, 2007

HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY KATHY, I MISS YOU SO MUCH, I ALWAYS THINK ABOUT YOU, IT IS SO HARD TO BELIEVE THAT YOUR GONE. I KNOW YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE, BUT SOMETIMES WE GET SELFISH AND WISH YOU WERE STILL HERE WITH US. IT HAS BEEN 7 MONTHS AGO, TIME HAS FLOWN BY. I WISH I HAD JUST KNOW ABOUT YOUR ILLNESS SOONER SO I COULD HAVE SPENT SOME TIME WITH YOU. I MISS YOU MORE THEN I CAN SAY, IT IS LIKE LOSING A SISTER WHICH YOU KNOW YOU WERE LIKE TO ME. I LOVE YOU KATHY AND I HOPE I WILL SEE YOU IN HEAVEN ONE DAY. HAVE A WONDERFUL BIRTHDAY PARTY, WISH I WAS THERE WITH YOU TO CELEBRATE. LOVE YOU BEST FRIEND LINDA

Eyvette Contreras

June 28, 2007

To my Annie,

Today is your birthday, and I wanted to say Happy Birthday. I miss you so much and I cant believe you have been gone for 7 months now. I miss you everyday,and I so wish I could pick up the phone and tell you Happy Birthday.We will be going to visit soon and the kids have there peanuts ready to feed the squirrels.They said they have to do that for grandma great because you are not there to do it anymore.I miss you so much Annie and I love you.If you happen to run into my grandfather tell him I miss him very much and love him. Love Eyvette

Lynette Savelli

June 27, 2007

My dear Sister, Today is your Birthday, and I thought about you all day, wishing I could call you to wish you a happy birthday. But I know I can't. Your up in heaven having the biggest party of all. I miss you so much Kathleen. HAPPY BIRTHDAY SISTER! Love always, Lynette

Carole Good (Smith)

June 27, 2007

Dear Sweet Angel Friend Kathleen, I just wanted to Say "HAPPY BIRTHDAY Kathleen!! You are having your first birthday in Heaven and I know that you are having the Biggest and Bestest party you've ever had....and to think you have ALL of heaven celebrating with you and that is just perfect as I know how much you always loved parties and the more guests the better!! I cannot believe you have been an Angel in Heaven now for 7 months! You ARE missed with every breath of every day by Everyone that loves you! There is not a day goes by that aren't thought of! ... I KNOW that you are having the most awesome time of your life enjoying all the joys of your rewards, the unexplainable, incredible beauty of heaven, the wonderful & sweet reunion with your Daddy and friend and relatives, including my sweet Daddy and my Sweet husband George(whom I'm sure greeted you at Heaven's gate), But BEST of all, you are now in the presence of Jesus, the Lord you loved, you HAVE seen Him face to face! You don't have to Imagine anymore: You HAVE FALLEN at His feet, DANCED for Him, BEEN AWED before Him, STOOD, FELL, SANG and WORSHIPED Him! You KNOW!! You Really KNOW Him now!! You are now SOOOO beautiful, perfect, free from All pain and having the most glorious beaming smile on your face as you sparkle with the Lord's glory shining on you! I know that you have the True and Perfect Happiness and that you will have that Happiness forever!!! I look forward to and yearn for the day that the Lord will come and we will ALL be together at last, with our Lord to love and worship forever! My prayers are with all of your family, that the Lord will continue to give them the peace and strength that they need everyday here without you and that they will always feel you close and know that the Lord & you are looking down on them everyday and that you will always be with them until they see you again in Heaven!
But until that day, know sweet, precious Angel friend that I will always miss you and love you! HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY in Heaven!!!Carole Good

Shirley Holland

June 5, 2007

Kathy I miss you so much I can't stop thinking about. Your Birthday is coming up we would always do something fun. I miss playing cards every Friday night. You were my companion (my partner in crime) we did everything together. Everything we do now I think how you and I would laugh and have fun no matter what and drive Skeet & Dennis crazy. I miss you my friend, God took you way to soon.
Love Shirley

Linda Paulk ( Ferguson)

December 27, 2006

HI KATHY, I CANT STOP THINKING ABOUT YOU, YOU WERE MY FRIEND FOR SO LONG, I JUST WISH WE HAD SEEN EACH OTHER MORE OFTEN. WE HAD SOME FUN TIMES GROWING UP ON EAST EUCLID. I JUST CANT BELIEVE YOUR GONE. SOMETIMES I LAY AWAKE AT NIGHT THINKING OF THINGS WE USED TO DO. GOING TO HARRISON SCHOOL 1sT TO 6TH THEN STOCKTON JR HIGH, THEN FRANKLIN HIGH. THEN WE GOT MERRIED TO OUR HIGH SCHOOL SWEETHEARTS AND HAD THEIR BABIES. THOES WERE THE GOOD OLD DAYS,MEMORIES ARE SOMETHING THAT KNOW ONE CAN TAKE AWAY FROM US. I JUST WANTED TO TELL YOU ONE MORE TIME.YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MY FRIEND AND I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU AND YOUR FAMILEY. REST IN PEACE OLD FRIEND. LOVE YOU LINDA PAULK

Shirley Holland

December 26, 2006

Kathy this was a very sad Christmas for me I missed our late nite trips to Walmart, you & Dennis coming over Christmas Eve & us going to your house Christmas Day for Brandy & eggnog. The clock that you bought Skeet & forgot about over a year ago was the best ever. I will miss you my friend always. Love Shirley

Lynette Savelli

December 21, 2006

My dear Sister, Here it is just a couple of days before Christmas, your favorite time of the year. I remember the last few Christmas's you would have an ornament exchange party at your house. One time I got stuck with not such a great ornament, so the next day you went out and bought me half dozen ornaments. You have always been that kind of sister to me. Even though I was a LITTLE older you always took care of me and protected me. My heart is very heavy and sad at the thought of not being able to pick up the phone and call you, especially at this Christmas Season. But I have the hope in my heart that someday I will see you in Heaven and I'm very sure that right now you have the most beautiful white tree in heaven, how glorious it must be. I miss you Kathleen so much and will always love you dearly. Your big sister Lynette

Pamela Cose

December 15, 2006

Dear Dennis,
Kathy and I spent alot of Saturdays at the track together laughing. Those sure were good times that I will miss.I feel the Lord has truley blessed all of our lifes with Kathys unforgetable laugh and beautiful soul. When I think of her my heart will smile.My heart and prayers goes out to you and your Boys. God Bless You

Love Pam Cose

Chris Rouppet

December 9, 2006

Dennis, I am very saddened to hear of Kathy's passing.My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your sons.

Sherri Sumstine

December 4, 2006

Dear Dennis, John, Denny, and Lynette.... I name you, but my words are for ALL of your family that are in this season of loss ~~
Kathleen and I met when her family came to the church my family had attended since the day I was born. We were very young teenagers then, but it was there that we began a life long friendship.
It was also there that we came to really understand there was a God and He was worthy of our love and worship.
We also, back then, would talk on the phone for hours about many things, but mostly about boys ...but, then she met Dennis and ....oh my mercy~! she was 'IN LOVE`!!
I have ALWAYS called 'Kathy' Kathleen and she ALWAYS called me Sharon. Our adult lives brought on new names of 'Kathy' and 'Sherri' but we remained the same to one another.
Throughout our lives we stayed in contact. Not always close in our everyday life but ALWAYS best friends that time and distance had no effect on.
My dad, Brother Smith, as Kathleen loving knew him, passed away in Sept. 2004 and I KNOW was at heaven's gate to greet her.
When one of our loved ones leaves this life it makes heaven so very very real. You realize that part of YOU really IS in heaven, too, and that you are actually being talked about in heaven! Kathleen is telling everyone she comes in contact with about you!
And you also come to realize, as the scripture says, that where you have a treasure, THERE your heart is also. A part of each of our hearts is in heaven right now because we treasure Kathleen.
I am so at peace knowing that Kathleen made that choice for heaven that now has carried her into eternity and the loving arms of God.
We must remember to focus on the truth that she is STILL living....just not here with us, but there with Jesus AND every Godly 'character' in the Bible!
It's hard to wrap our mind around the reality that Kathleen is talking with Joseph and Mary THEMSELIVES this Christmas season as well as a host of others such as Abramham and Moses and Eve! Just think of all the answers she now has that we still wonder about!
She is there and if we could see her now we would not ask her back.......but since we can't see her now we will hold her close in our mind and memories as we grive and weep and miss her deeply. My love and prayers are with each of you.... and we will stay close until we all join her and her Lord one day where the circle of love will not again be broken. With love, Sherri Sumstine (Sharon Smith)

Dennis & Susan Sullivan

December 3, 2006

Dennis & I were out of town when we heard the news of Kathy's passing. Kathy truly brightened up any place she was. She was a very special lady! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

linda paulk

November 30, 2006

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 1998-2006

Eric&Janet Jorgensen

November 30, 2006

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Valerie Gibson

November 29, 2006

Dennis and family,
I met Kathy through Debbie Buck some time ago. She was just an awesome person to be around. She was filled with so much joy and laughter. She could brighten a room in a heartbeat. She will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Kelly Hanisch

November 28, 2006

Kath was the bravest person I ever knew. She was never afraid to be herself. She was kind, generous, funny, tender...couragous and beautiful until the day God called her home. She spoke so highly of so, soo many of her family and friends. She was my friend. I miss her greatly. Kath, breath deeply the sweet air of Heaven...may we meet there bye & bye.

Ramona Watkins

November 28, 2006

I did not know Kathy's family. I had met her several times through Jenee. She was so much fun. I always looked forward to events when I knew Kathy would be there. I have all of you in my prayers because it is so difficult to loose such a wonderful person. I know Kathy is just making way for the perfect party when we all get to see her on the other side. God bless all of you.
Ramona Watkins

Cindy Martin

November 28, 2006

To Dennis, Floy, John, Denny, and Raelyn,

Kathy was a unique person that I truly loved as a close friend; and as Kathy would say "we are family".

I hardly remember a party where Kathy and Dennis wasn't invited and the fun BBQ's she and Dennis gave and invited the entire neighborhood and their many friends. Kathy's famous "tri-tip sandwiches" at the Lodi Motorcycle races were the best.

I will always admire her positive attitude, fun and bubbly personality and a love for living. Kathy was such a loving person. And oh we can't forget that accent she got from the Deep South. I would sometimes start talking like her because it was so contagious. Everything about Kathy rubbed off on everyone around her. She brought sunshine and happiness wherever she went.

When I think of our loss of Kathy, it seems so difficult to go to a family party without her being there. But she will always be in our hearts. Every thanksgiving dinner we will toast to Kathy a wonderful wife, mother, daughter, and the best friend anyone could imagine.

She will be truly missed by me and K.C. Miller, my children and grandchildren Robert, Dana, Carolyn, Kevin, Alyssa, and Giana Dacanay.

All our Love to the Kritzer family.

Nancy Ward-Stroud

November 28, 2006

Kathy will be sorely missed by me. Even though I rarely saw her, when I did she treated me like family. I will always be grateful for the love and support she gave my sister Shirley in the good times as well as the bad times.

carolyn dacanay

November 28, 2006

I just wanted to express my feelings for the family, that Kathy was a very loveable person, fun, outgoing, and always made you laugh no matter what the situation was. She was a best friend to everyone. I remember she told me the story one time about Elmer, she made me laugh so hard, I cried. I will never forget that story, I guess you had to be there to understand. Working out at the races wasn't just working, but having lots of fun drinking wine, and eating. I thank you, and the family for letting me be apart of your life in some way. We love and miss you, and will someday meet again. love ya Kathy

Dionne Brooks (Cole)

November 28, 2006

Dear Dennis, John and Denny

You are in our prayers and thoughts as you are going through this difficult time. I am so thankful for knowing Kathy for so many years. I enjoyed those football parties you guys had many years ago, that I went to. It was wonderful seeing Kathy at the Races at the Lodi Cycle Bowl. She sure did love that place. I remember when I came over to one of your garage sales at your house and you had just remodled it, Kathy, you loved it. I enjoyed you so much, you had a great time, with everything you did. Thank you for making great memories, I will never forget you.Love to you all.
Dionne and Gary Brooks

barbara sample

November 28, 2006

D man
Sorry to hear about Kathy. There is nothing that can be said or done to make it better. Only time can ease the pain. I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.

mary & chris albrecht

November 28, 2006

Dennis, John and Denny
I am sorry to hear about kathy. Her laughfter and craziness will always be remembered with a smile. Chris was just saying how he remembers her comming to Stockton Nissan and filling the machines giving all of the people a hard time with a wink and a laugh. Dennis let me know if there is anything I can do. You and the family are in my prayers at this difficult time.

Debbie Buck

November 27, 2006

Kathy was one of my very best friends. Her laugh, her smile was always there. We shared so many good times. She was always there for me when I needed her, no questions asked. I will miss our trips to Jackson and Reno, never in the snow again, that was a trip to remember. She had so much love in her heart.
I remember when she tried to teach me to play poker ,but left us too soon that I could not beat her at her game. She was my golfing buddy, who never made me feel bad when I missed the ball, we just laughed and drank more wine.
I will miss our long talks.
I will miss her grabbing my leg and screaming in my ear when Dennis would race his motorcycle.
You left us way too soon .
Blodnie I love you so much. Thank you for letting me be your friend.
Too Dennis, Denny amd John. My heart aches for you all. Just remember that she loved you all so very much. You know I am only a phone call away.
All my love

Anita Reavis

November 27, 2006

Dennis, There aren't words that can take away the pain of such a huge loss. Kathleen was definitely 'Unique', her laughter infectious. She kept me entertained in Reno and I cherish that trip, for our birthdays,when we reconnected after such a long time. Playing Texas Hold em, a favorite memory. You opened your home and endured Kathleen, Paula, me and whoever rode along with us for the ride, into the wee hours of the morning, laughing and talking and Margaritas, of course. Kathleens smile and love will be with us forever and she will be missed, more than words can express. You and your family are in my prayers.

chuck darlene huss

November 27, 2006

Dennis we are so sorry of hearing of Kathy's passing it was trurly unexpected.If there is anything we can do please let us know, if you like a place to get away our doors are always open. Take care you and the family will be in our thoughts.

Patty &Paul Andris

November 27, 2006

Dennis & Family
Kathy was a very special person & friend to all of us . She will be missed, but remembered in our hearts as a loving, caring & fun lady. She was a great friend & I was proud to have known her.We had alot of good times together. Please accept my deepest sympathy for all of your loss. Love, Patty

Cathy & Mike Morrow

November 27, 2006

Dear Dennis, John and Denny
We are so saddened by the passing of Kathy. It's really hard to believe it's true, she was so young and always full of life. Words cannot express our sorrow, she will always be with us in our hearts. When we think of her we will think of the good times, remember her beautiful smile and hear her laughter. She was a wonderful person, we are greatfull to have had the chance to know her.
Kathy we love you and will never forget you.

Gilbert Mata

November 27, 2006

Dear Dennis and sons,
We are so saddened by Kathy's passing. We are grieving for you. Kathy was so young but she seemed to pack so much life into each day. She was always smiling and fun-filled. Our deepest sympathies to you.
Gilbert and Toni Mata and family

Terry and Donna Wilson

November 27, 2006

To Dennis,family and friends. Our heartfelt sorrow and love to all of you that meant so very much to Kathy. She truely was a remarkable person..

Russell Herring

November 27, 2006

Dear Dennis,John, Denny and Family. I am deeply saddened by the news of Kathy's passing. She was a joy to know and her laughter was contagious. I remember hearing her laugh in the Pits at Lodi and it would always make me smile. I feel blessed to have known Kathy. Dennis there are no words I can say to replace your loss, but as I write this I know that Kathy's smile and laughter are filling the halls of Heaven. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Tony & Mary Ann Christolos/Dahl

November 27, 2006

Dennis and family,
We were so sorry to hear the news about Kathy. She was a greeat person and will be missed. Our thoughts are with you.

Walt & Dorinda Givens

November 27, 2006

Please accept our deepest heartfelt sympathy. We were not aware that Kathy was so ill. She was a very special lady and know that you, her family and friends will miss her terribly. We are so very sorry for your loss.

Lucy Branco

November 27, 2006

Denis,John,Denny,
We share your sadness.My words cannot express the sorrow I have for what your family is now going through.Kathy was allways fun to be around allways laughing and smiling.She really enjoyed life she lived it well.
Seems like we would allways run into her when we were on vacation somewhere near a casino.We will miss her.We miss seeing you Denis.
God Bless all of you.

May the setting sun always kiss you goodnight, as it sets over the ocean

November 26, 2006

Shirley Holland

November 26, 2006

Dear Dennis,John Denny and family. Skeeter and I are so sad for you and our hearts are so empty without her in our lives. I loved Kathy as a sister she was a very special friend to me we were partners in crime as Skeet would say we were always planing something for the last 12 years we did everything together form camping, long rides to just get away, going to the ocean and hitting every casino along the way and our Friday night poker games we would laugh and play half the night her laugh was so contagious and all those bottles of white zen we drank. And her going with me to my H R Block parties and telling everyone she was my date and we laugh. I don't think I will never have another friend as close a as special as Kathy was I already miss her so much I just can't imagine my life with out her in it. I am so sad and will be for along time. She was so special even my grandchildren loved Her, she was Aunt Kathy to them, Kyle saw I was sad and asked why I told him Aunt Kathy went to heaven and he ask if she was my best friend I said yes and he said that she was his best friend to and he loved and would miss her to. Her time on this earth was to short but she touched so many lives and will be missed by all love Shirley

Jackie Addi

November 26, 2006

Kathy, David and I are going to miss you. I will always remember are good times at the coca-cola party's. We are sorry that we did not keep in touch. But, I am glad that I saw you that one time and I was able to see you happy and ready to go to Jackson like you always liked to do. Dennise you and your family will always be in our prayers.

P.S
Whenever we see a white christmas tree we will always think of you!Love,
David And Jackie Addi

George and Linda Hamilton

November 26, 2006

Dennis and family...we are soooo saddened by the news that we lost Kathy so soon...we will always remember her at the poker parties at Skeet and Shirleys..she was such fun to be around..always kept us laughing and she had such a great laugh...and the fun we had at Albion...I'm soo glad we had that time together, which seems like just yesterday...our thoughts and prayers are with you....Love, George and Linda

Clarissa Raggio

November 26, 2006

I will miss you Kathy and so will my son Kyle. He always looked forward to seing his Aunt Kathy at the races during intermission. You always had a corndog and candy ready when he got there. I also loved coming over to see you and my mom only if it was to just play faze 10. I always loved playing that with you guys. Your party's were a blast and everyone was always smiling, especially you. Your face lit the room. I remember when Kyle and Harley were 3 and 4 and we took then bowling, boy was that an experiance but it was fun. You were a wonderful person and I will miss you lots. love Clarissa

cherise Hanley

November 26, 2006

Hello Dennis, John, Denny and family. I wish I had the words to make you feel better. It can't be an easy time for you. Our family will hold you up in prayer. May God give you the peace that passes understanding. I will never forget Kathy's laugh,I can hear it right now when I think of her. She was fun to be around and I am glad I got to meet her in this life and I know I will see her in the life to come up in heaven. Lots of love & prayers, Cherise

Renee Lyda-Lawrence

November 26, 2006

John,

Although I didn't know your Mom, I wanted to send my prayers to you & your family during your time of sorrow. I'm very sorry to hear about your loss.

Your old friend,

Krista Weyer

November 26, 2006

I search for the perfect words that express how empty my heart is left without the presence of my Mama Jo. She always told me I was the daughter she never had. I felt complete,loved, and listened to when I talked to her. She always seem to love others more than herself.Her laugh made me smile and her unfinished jokes made me laugh. There are so many stories that will remain fresh in my mind. My son Harley was touched by her as if she were his own. Whenever I would bring Harley over to her house Mama Jo would say I can't tell him no it's not in me. If I needed to leave Harley for a while, I would tell her he needs a nap. She would look at me and say I don't give Harley naps. I would just laugh because my son knew his favorite place to be was at Mama Jo's house. There was a special bond between my son and her that is indescribable. She use to tell me she needed a Harley fix and that meant she needed to talk to him or see him right away. After their talks she would laugh and tell me thank you. I will always remember that Mama Jo has been in many milestones of my life. My first love, my eight grade graduation, my senior year, my wedding day, the birh of my two sons, and she was there on Harley's first day of kindergarten. I will miss garage selling, motorcycle races,vending machines,our long talks,car rides,topaz,big white christmas trees, white zen, and most of all the way she put her hands through my hair the last time I saw her. Love, Krista

Eyvette Contreras

November 26, 2006

Annie,

I am going to miss you very much.I love you and you will be in my heart everyday.There are so many things I wish I could say to you that I feel like I didnt get a chance to.But please know I love you very much and I will miss you so much.You will be in my heart everyday.I love you Annie.Love your neice.

Jenee Messick

November 26, 2006

Kathy was one of my very best friends. She lived her life to the fullest. When she was around you her laugh was contageous. I remember when I introduced her to Phase 10 (the card game). Dennis, Kathy, Shirley, Skeeter, Bob and I rented a motorhome and headed up north so the guys could fish and the girls could take care of them. We all got hooked on the card game and all six of us played in the wee hours of the night. The whole campground could hear Kathy yell "GIVE ME A W" (wild Card). It didn't take Kathy long to figure out how to play Phase 10 for Money. Since that time we couldn't play without quarters and dimes. If you didn't have any change, she would give you some.

Kathy and Dennis always loved to escape to our "Mountain Retreat" Bob and Dennis would either fish or sleep and Kathy and I would cook and play Phase 10. Dennis, I am counting on you to come up and take Bob fishing. Dennis, John, Denny, Raylyn, and all the family, Bob and I love you dearly.

Love,

Jenee

Family. October 21, 2006

November 26, 2006

She always had fun.

November 26, 2006

Our Family. Dennis, John, Kathy and Denny

November 26, 2006

October21, 2006. Her mothers 95th birthday party.

November 26, 2006

Christmas 05, Isn't she so beautiful.

November 26, 2006

Rhoda Murdock

November 26, 2006

Mama Jo,
I miss you so much right now, I am grateful for the time I got to spend with you. You were not only my best friend, but a mother to me at times.Thank you for always being there for me and listening to me. I will miss talking to you and hearing your voice, and even more hearing your laugh. I promise you,just as I did the other day that I will always take care of John. I love you and miss you alway, Love Rhoda Lou

John Kritzer

November 26, 2006

Momma,
I miss you so much right now and I wish you were here at home with me. You were not only my mom but my best friend. You were always there for me when I needed you. Whenever I had a problem you seem to say the right thing that I needed to hear at that moment. I will see you again in heaven and I will run to you and hug you.
Your Son,
John

Pat Hensley/Cochran

November 26, 2006

my deepest sympathy goes out to kathys family.I knew kathy when we were teenagers.We were good friends at that time, am so sorry we had lost touch.I did see her sometime within the last 10 yrs.We talked awhile and she seemed very happy at that time. Im sure she will be terribly missed. Again my deepest condolences.

Joanie Milburn

November 26, 2006

Dennis and Sons, I am so sorry for your loss, Kathy was so special. The last time I saw her was at Yvette's baby shower and it was so much fun to talk about old times. We wanted to get together for lunch sometime but we never got to, I guess life just got to busy. I know she is in a much better place making everybody laugh with her great sense of humor!

Anita Coit

November 26, 2006

Yes, Kathy had a laugh to remember,
and a smile that went on forever.
We knew Kathy from our motorcycle racing days in the early 70's at Lodi Cycle Bowl. Dennis we are so sorry for your loss.
Jerry & Anit Coit

linda paulk

November 26, 2006

kathy was, and is a very good friend of mine. I cant believe she is gone. We had such good times growing up together. I wish we could have made more time to spend with each other . Kathy as i new her, is a very happy lady always laughing, and remembering things we did as children.I will never forget how we met. we moved in across the street from her house at about the age of 6. kathy was in in her front yard on her swing asking me what is your name, i said linda she said what? i said linda and i said whats yours? she said what? i said what is you name. from there on we had become friends, going to church together, and walking home from school. we would dress up at her house, i remember all these adult clothes they had, it was so much fun. i am dearly going to miss her. we talked on the phone maybe not as often as we should have. but when we did it was for a long time, we had so much to say. i am going to miss having thoes talks. kathy i loved you like a sister. rest in peace. Dennis if there is anything you need just call, you have are number, if it is just to talk. she realy thought the world of you and her boys. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. love linda paulk

Cherokee Memorial Park & Funeral Home & Funeral Home

November 25, 2006

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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