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Erin
September 15, 2022
missing you! there is so much i need your advice for, wish we could talk :( I love you sis
Erin
September 16, 2021
I still miss you as much today! I love you! It's hard to believe its been 12 years. I wish i could talk to you, hug you just be with you. always in my heart forever
Sally Small
September 20, 2010
No bake cookies....your special smile... always willing to help out others.Just a few of your many wonderful qualities that will not be forgetten...
Erin Abshire
September 17, 2010
remembering you always, I miss talking to you and your great huggs.
Angela Brown
September 30, 2009
Dear Kate,
I didn't know your Mom well but the times we sat together over the past softball seaon with the Eagles was great. She was a wonderful person and loved you very very much! I'm sorry for your loss and you are both in my thoughts and prayers.
Ruth Roese
September 29, 2009
Dave,Kate and family,
I am so sorry and saddened for your loss. Lea was a special person. I hope the love and support of your friends and family will help you through this time of sorrow. If I can be of any help, please let me know.
"Coach" Dave, Cindy and Hannah Gotschall
September 29, 2009
Dear Kate,
We were shocked and deeply saddened by the news of your mom's death. She will be missed by all. Let us know if we can do anything for you. Our prayers, love and thoughts are with you always.
Kaylan Freeman
September 28, 2009
dear kate, i have so many fond memories of your mom i cant write them all .i remeber all the times that me and you would tan out on the hideaway sidewalk and your mom would come and say "girls what are you doing ,the sidewalk is no place to tan" then she would give this big smile and start laughing. i remember all the christmases we spent together birthdays, ect. my heart goes out to you, your dad and your family. love Kaylan
Tom and Cecilia Christy
September 28, 2009
Sorry to have learned of your loss. We will continue to keep your family in our hearts and prayers.

The following picture is from Columbus Principal's 2006 Christmas Party.
Kaphillis White
September 25, 2009
I worked at the Columbus Principal from May of 2006 to June 2007. My fondest memory of Lea is just how gentle and caring she was. She was my supervisor, but she was very motherly at the same time. She was an authority figure, yet you could talk to her about anything. She was always upbeat or very calm. I really felt at home at The Principal Financial Group. When I was in Ohio, I was separated from my entire family. The Principal became my family. What a wonderful group of people. My health wasn't the best and so Lea helped me to transfer to the Chicago branch, and I will be forever thankful to her for all of her kindness and for her example of what a great supervisor should be. Rest In Peace Lea, You are a wonderful, wonderful soul! And to Kate and the family, I give my deepest sympathy.
September 25, 2009
Our hearts go out to Kate, Dave, and the rest of the family. We here at The Hideaway have known Lea for many, many years. We were deeply saddened to hear of her passing. Lea was a wonderful person and we will always remember her fondly.
Cindy Oates
and the staff of The Hideaway
September 24, 2009
KATE I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,YOUR MOM AND YOU WERE THE BEST PEOPLE I MET AT SACC AT MCVAY . GOD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS. MRS WARD WESTRVILLE,OHIO
toby and bill wilkin
September 24, 2009
We offer our condolences for your loss and our prayers for you and your entire family. May your memories and your loved ones sustain you at this time.
Toby and Bill Wilkin
September 24, 2009
Dear Sweet Kate
Kaylan, Chris & I were so shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Lea passing, you 3 particularly grew up together at the Hideaway, my heart breaks for you and your dad (the whole family). Kate my mom sends her love,and hugs. Please let Chris know if there is anything we can do for you and your dad.
Denise, Kaylan & Chris
Steve,Jenny,Kara, Lance Johnson
September 23, 2009
Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. May the love of family and friends carry you through this time of sorrow.
Kristen Breese
September 23, 2009
I've talked with Lea on numerous occasions over the phone and e-mail, but never had the pleasure of meeting her in person. She was always very helpful and kind, a very wonderful person. May the Lord's peace and love comfort you during this difficult time.
Pam VanDeest
September 23, 2009
My deepest sympathies. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
September 23, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Bagley family. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Megan Frank, The Principal Financial Group
Cindy (Biven) Hale
September 23, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 22, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Dave and Kate.
Randy & Teri Shields
Cathy Bell
September 22, 2009
Lea was my supervisor at Principal Financial for the last year. Although we never met in person, I had many wonderful conversations with her and felt like we were good friends. My heart goes out to all of Lea's family and co-workers. Treasure all of those precious memories..and may they bring you comfort at this time of sorrow...
Regis Serene Family
September 22, 2009
Dave, Kate and Family,
What can one or many say or do at this time? Although we did not know Lea, we heard many wonderful stories about the three of you. May the good Lord place you in the palms of His hand and tuck you under His wings at this most difficult of times.
Our cares, thoughts, hearts and prayers are with all of you in your loss.
Very sincerely,
Regis, Mary Lou (Schwind), Carrie and Nicole Serene
Latresa Bray
September 22, 2009
My most heartfelt sympathy and love is offered to your family.I was Kate's teacher a number of years ago and always enjoyed talking with Lea. She was a kind and caring person. Your family is in my prayers.
Angela & Amanda Phillips
September 22, 2009
Dear Kate and Dave,
Amanda and I are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers at this time. Lea was such a bright light and such a wonderful woman! She was so cheerful and kind, and she always had a ready smile. Words alone are unable to express our sorrow at her loss and for you.
Lynn McKnight
September 22, 2009
I was saddened to hear about the loss of Lea. While I never got to meet her in person, I have had many conversations with her on the phone over the last few years. She always sounded like she had a smile on her face and was always a pleasure to work with. She had a lot of knowledge and was very helpful to others here at Principal. We will all miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, her friends, and her co-workers.
Sue Williams
September 22, 2009
My prayers and thoughts are with your family during this time of sadness. Lea was a great resource for The Principal and will be missed.
Keyana Warren
September 22, 2009
The Warren Family sends their condolences to the Bagley family. May God continue to watch over you.
Deepest regards.
Allison Hienton
September 22, 2009
Words could never express how much you meant to the people who you came in contact with. You will forever be missed. Dave and Kate, may God bless you in this time of sorrow.
Robyn Smudde
September 22, 2009
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Lea was a wonderful person to work with. She will be missed very much.
Robyn Smudde, The Principal Financial Group
Ann Perelstein
September 22, 2009
Lea was our cookie mom for girlscouts and she was a very trustworthy person.My doughter is a very close friend to Lea's youngest,Kate.We never thought this could happen to her but it's a very sad loss.We were very shocked to hear this news.Our family will always remember Lea Bagley and we will always open our hearts and home to Kate.
Susan and Mick Althauser
September 22, 2009
Dave, Katie, and family:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. Lea was a good wife, a loving mother, and a friend to everyone she knew. We were privileged to have known her. Our prayers are with you during this difficult and sad time.
Susan and Mick Althauser
Kristian, Heather, Bailey, and Bethany Althauser
Angela and John Maher
Dean & Kim
September 22, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Marlys Foster
September 22, 2009
To Lea's family, my sincere and heartfelt sympathy to you at this time of your loss. Lea and I worked across the miles for many years. She was one of my "go-to" people and I could always count on her to come through. God's peace to your family and host of friends.
September 21, 2009
Dave & Kate,
I am so sorry for your loss I will be praying for God to heal your broken hearts.
Bean
Brenda Askland
September 21, 2009
I will always remember Lea's cheerful voice and helpful attitude. My love and sympathy goes out to her family and her coworkers. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane Abshire
September 21, 2009
Thinking of your family and very sorry for the loss of Lea. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. Hold your memories close to your heart!
Love,
Joe, Diane, Ashley and Alex Abshire
Susan and Mick Althauser
September 21, 2009
Dave, Katie, and family
Please accept our deepest condolances. Lea was a good wife, loving mother, and friend to everyone who knew her. We feel priviledged to have known her. We know that you will miss her. Know that our prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Susan and Mick Althauser
Kristian, Heather, Bailey, and Bethany Althauser
Angela and John Maher
Alan, Nayda, Sydney, Sophia Hipolite
September 21, 2009
My life has forever changed because of my friendship with Lea. I was blessed to have had known her and I will NEVER forget her.Her love and memory will live on through her friends, family and beautiful daughter. You are all in our prayers.
Chelsea Madden
September 21, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if there is anything at all that I can do to help. Lea was such a help to me as I was leading Kate's girl scout troop. I have always loved talking with Kate. While I really don't know what to say, she is more than welcome to just come over and cry with us. Your family will be in my prayers.
Former Indy claims employees
September 21, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Those of us who worked for Lea from Indianapolis were all saddened by the news of her passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Diane Abshire
September 21, 2009
We are so sorry for your family's loss of Lea. Your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep all of your good and positive memories close to your heart.
Much Love,
Joe, Diane, Ashley and Alex Abshire
Brian and Kim Reamer
September 21, 2009
So sorry to hear about Lea. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless
Jennifer Kimble
September 21, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Lea was a great person and will be missed very much. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Montgomery
September 21, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in many thoughts and prayers.
Employee @ Principal Financial Group
Maddie Lawrence
September 21, 2009
Kate im sorry to hear about your mom call me any time if you want to talk or me to come and see you .Sorry about your loss Dave.
Cathleen DeCook
September 21, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies in your loss of Lea. I have worked with Lea for many years and will miss working with her and talking with her. My thoughts and prayers will be with you during this most difficult time....
Tiffany and Taylor Robinson
September 21, 2009
Kate and family,
Taylor and I are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Bobbi White-- employee Principal Financial Group
September 21, 2009
Lea was a wonderful person! I enjoyed all of my working experiences with her and will miss her. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family, friends and co-workers during this time. May your memories bring you peace and comfort.
Lamar Ross
September 21, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Melissa, Madyson and Neal Lawrence
September 21, 2009
Dave,Kate and extended family
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of grief. I loved Lea as if she were part of my family and will miss her more than words can express. She was my best friend for over 21 years and I will never forget her and will always treasure the times that we had together. Madyson and I will always miss her and love her.
Columbus Chiropractic Center
September 21, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Richard Orndorff
September 21, 2009
I am sorry to hear of your loss, Dave.
September 21, 2009
Dave : Sincere condolences on the sad, untimely loss of your wife from my brothers Chuck and Jim as well as myself. Peace be w/ you and your daughter, John Dunfee
Bonnie Bean Panattoni
September 21, 2009
Dave and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that many are here praying for peace and comfort to you and your family.
Principal Financial Group Compliance
September 21, 2009
We are devistated by the loss of Lea. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family, friends, and coworkers.
Michelle Lerch
September 21, 2009
You were a sweet and amazing woman. Our prayers are with your family.
September 21, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Michele Kukulski, employee - Principal Financial Group
Sue Neutzling Watkins
September 21, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Melissa Kirwin
September 21, 2009
Kate, and family,
Our family is sorry to hear of your loss, our prayers and thoughts are with you as you grieve. Please know that you have many friends to confort you at sad time.
Melissa Kirwin,
Brittany Kirwin
and Jan Kirwin-Meighen
Carol Boyd
September 21, 2009
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. My prayers are with you and your family.
September 21, 2009
I'm so sorry for you loss. I will keep your family in my prayer.
Darcy Harris
Springfield Service Center
Heather Crawford
September 21, 2009
You will be missed, Lea. You are loved. God bless Kate in this time of sorrow.
Ed, Jill, Ana Borish
September 21, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Karen Elliott
September 21, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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