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for Debra Kurns
Janice Baum Parish
January 12, 2017
Debbie and I were best friends as kids and I lost track of her.
My sympathies to her mother Kathy and family. Janice Baum Parish Chadwick IL
Debby Reinking
January 25, 2016
Kathy, my heart is so saddened by your loss! Deb was a wonderful, compassionate teacher and someone I respected and enjoyed working with while she was at Hall. May God comfort you with beautiful memories and the love of your family and friends.
Marilyn Rockstroh
February 1, 2016
I knew Deb as a dedicated teacher who loved her students so much. I enjoyed working with her in the special education department. She was always so warm and supportive.
January 30, 2016
January 30, 2016
Dear Kathie,
I remember growing up with Debbie in North Aurora. She had a bright smile!
My prayers to you....
Amy Adolphson Grimes
Greenfield, Indiana
Psalm 46:10 Be still and know that I am God.
January 29, 2016
My sincerest condolences with the passing of Ms. Kurns. She was Marq-Anthony's teacher from 3rd grade and then 4 years at West Aurora. He was so fond of her and how good she was with the students.
His memory of her will remain in his heart always. Her kind heart and love for all her kids, he says she was real good to them. Thank Ms. Kurns for everything and may you RIP!
Her student-Marq-Anthony parents: Yamilet & Refugio Alcaraz
January 29, 2016
January 29
May God comfort you at this time of your sorrow. Isa. 40:29 you have my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Wendy Woodside Jessica and Zack Bundra
January 27, 2016
So sorry to hear of Debs passing so unexpectedly. She was a major influence and support in my son Zack Bundra's life since he was 7 at Hall School and transition class when he was 19. She was thoughtful and caring and dedicated to helping all those special kids ! She will be missed and you have our deepest sympathies .
Michael Sawdey
January 27, 2016
Kathie--Please accept our most sincere condolences for your loss. Do know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Michael Sawdey and Laurel Church
Vivian Davis
January 27, 2016
I am deeply sorry for your loss, Deb was truly a special person to me and my grandson Vincent. I will never forget her kindness nor the moments we shared. May the peace and love of God comfort you always.
January 27, 2016
Kathie,
I am so sorry to hear about Deb. I will keep you in my prayers.
Love you,
Valarie McClain
Eileen Miller
January 27, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Deb was a caring woman
Helen Twedt
January 27, 2016
Kathie, I am so sorry to hear about your sudden loss. I know you and Deb had a special and close relationship. She will be missed by many. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jan Martin
January 26, 2016
So sorry to hear of Deb's sudden passing. She was a warm and caring person, always kind, and truly dedicated to her profession. She will be missed. She was a great help to me as I prepared for my knee replacement surgery. I'll not forget her kindness and concern at that time. May she rest now in peace. My Deepest Sympathy.
Mary Tworek-Tupper
January 26, 2016
Deb's kind heart touched so many lives. She will be greatly missed.
Deb LePla
January 26, 2016
Kathie, Glenn and I are heartbroken to hear of your loss. Debbie was a very special lady. Our family is keeping you in our prayers. Much love, Deb LePla
January 26, 2016
So sorry to hear about Deb's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sue Albanese
Brianna Euler and Family
January 26, 2016
I just met you this year and thought you were a great teacher. You will be missed at West Aurora. Until we met again -- Rest in peace Ms. Kurns.
January 26, 2016
We will miss you so much. You've been a part of our lives over 25 years. You've been a real blessing to our family.
Condolences, Tim Snow and family
Judi Hinton
January 26, 2016
Kathie, you may not remember me, but I am Allison Hintons mom, we met at Nicks. I just wanted to let you know how terribly sorry I am to hear of Deb's passing. She was always so kind and gracious and I had a great deal of admiration for her.
Tom and Joyce Hammond
January 25, 2016
Kathie, we are so very sorry to hear of Deb's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers!
Tom and Joyce Hammond
Carla Meister
January 25, 2016
Kathie, I am so sorry to hear about Deb's passing. I know you not only lost a daughter, but you also lost a best friend. I always enjoyed running into the two of you in town somewhere and catching up on your lives. Deb will be greatly missed by the students and staff in District 129. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Shirley LeClere
January 25, 2016
Deb will be missed. I will keep her and family in my prayers! She was a dedicated teacher .
Lew Schultz
January 25, 2016
Kathie
So sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy.
Barbara Vlasvich
January 25, 2016
So sorry to hear of Deb's passing. I worked with Deb at Hall School. She was such a caring and wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Billy Jo Baker
January 25, 2016
Kathie - I will always remember helping you two out in Sunday School with the littles. Deb had such a way with children and touched the lives of many! I'm thinking of you during this difficult time.
Rebecca Ruffin
January 25, 2016
Sending my love and condolences to Kathie and family during this time. May God bless you to find strength, peace and comfort.
Marie Huff
January 25, 2016
Kathie:
So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that I send sincerest condolence at this difficult time. You are in my prayers.
Marie Huff
Shawna and Brian Ward
January 24, 2016
Debbie will be forever missed. She was a sweet and caring woman. May she rest in God's peace and love.
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