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Kim Thomas DeVries

FUNERAL HOME

Porter Loring Mortuary McCullough

1101 McCullough Ave.

San Antonio, Texas

Kim DeVries Obituary

April 26, 1950 - January 1, 2015
The Reverend Kim Thomas DeVries went to be with his Heavenly Father on January 1, 2015. He was a faithful shepherd to the members of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, San Antonio for 30 years. Born April 26, 1950 in Cherokee, Iowa he graduated from Lee High School in San Antonio, Valedictorian from Concordia College, Austin, TX and with high distinction from Concordia Senior College in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He received his Master of Divinity degree from Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. He served as the Pastor of congregations in Greenville, MS and Houston, TX before coming to Mt. Calvary. He was on the Board of Directors for the Texas District Church Extension Fund and served on various local and state boards of the Lutheran Women's Missionary League. He was a contributing writer to many Lutheran publications including the Concordia Pulpit. Pastor DeVries was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Jessie DeVries. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Cathy; two sons, of whom he was very proud Thomas and wife, Elizabeth, Timothy and wife, Tara, as well as two precious grandsons, Nathan and Andrew. He is also survived by his two brothers, Jerry and wife, Carie, and Mark. He lived life ever thankful for God's grace. With his ministry he was able to show the love of God through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Porter Loring on McCullough Ave.

SERVICE
WEDNESDAY
JANUARY 7, 2015
2:00 P.M.
MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH
308 MOUNT CALVARY DRIVE

Reverend Ken Hennings, President of the Texas District of the LCMS, to officiate. A private interment will follow. Memorial gifts can be given to Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, San Antonio.

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Published by San Antonio Express-News on Jan. 5, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Kim DeVries

28 Entries

Sharon Hall Davis

June 21, 2025

44 years ago today, Pastor DeVries married my husband and I. We were saddened to hear of his passing. May God continue to bless his family.

Jan Case

January 1, 2025

I think of Kim often and thank God for bringing into my life as a roommate at Concordia in 1968 , as a dear friend in Jesus, as the best man at my wedding to Ramona, and as a fellow pastor. We rejoice in the power of the resurrection and await our reunion in our homeland above.
Jan Case

Jan Case

December 30, 2022

I think of Kim often and I am so thankful he was a part of my life as my college roommate, best man at my wedding, and dear brother in Christ. I learned so many things from Kim and I actually speak of him frequently in my work as an example and model to me. I will be thrilled to join him one day in the Lord's Kingdom of Glory. Praise be to Him.

Jan Case

Mark Steinberg

July 7, 2021

Hard to imagine that its been 6 years since Kim passed. I still can hear his voice as if it were yesterday. Kim and I met in Houston and were both in the ministry, though I subsequently chose another path in life. We stayed in touch largely because of Kim's efforts. We shared our lives and supported one another. As a pastor, making close friends in our congregations is not wise, but no man is an island, though I think Kim was one of the most selfless people I have every known. He put everyone else first and I worried through the years that he was carrying a heavy, heavy burden. Most people seem to expect a pastor to be super-human and in the eyes of others, a pastor has to be flawless. We know that's impossible but Kim set lofty goals for himself. I so miss our deep conversations and frankly I'm angry that his time on Earth was cut short. Maybe in the eyes of God, his mission was finished, but doesn't mean people like me are ready to accept that. Thank you Kim for all you have done.

Terrance

February 16, 2016

I am so saddened to hear of this. Youre my favorite Pastor and I will miss you dearly until the day we meet again. We love you Pastor Devries. From the West family from St.Micheal.

February 2, 2015

Pastor Devries was a dear and wonderful friend to the Hamilton family. Kim & Cathy are our daughter Erica Hamilton's Godparents.Erica, John, Justin, Jason and the rest of the family were all blessed to have Pastor Devries as our Pastor, friend and counselor. We pray that Cathy, Thomas and Timothy will find comfort from our Lord in this time of grief. In Christ, Wanda (Hamilton) Wheeler.

Sharon Burks

January 26, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss Cathy and family. I so enjoyed serving and knowing you husband through LWML. He always had the kindest smile for all of us. Love in Jesus, Sharon, Grace Lutheran, Midland

Gloria Riojas Express News

January 13, 2015

I worked with Pastor DeVries for the last 5 years, he was a devoted leader in his church. My deepest condolences to his family and all the community.

Gloria Riojas San Antonio Express News

January 13, 2015

I had the pleasure of working with Pastor DeVries for the last 5 years, he was a devoted leader in his church. My condolences to his family and to all the community.

Paul Lewis

January 7, 2015

Cathy, our prayers are with you, Thomas, Timothy, and your entire family! Personally, Ellie and I have heavy hearts. We have wonderful memories of Kim and are honored to have known him and to have been part of his Mt. Calvary Christian friends and family. We are blessed to have known all of you.

Lori Bravo

January 7, 2015

Pastor Devries was a blessing to all who encountered him. Sincerest condolences to his family and flock.

January 7, 2015

timothy, sorry could not be there, thinking of you and your family during this trying time. James Smith

Cathy Ashcraft

January 7, 2015

Praying for peace and comfort now and in the future. Kim has been a blessing to many. Thanking God for him.

Nancy & Bobby Elliott

January 7, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Devreies family and friends in this time of loss. God Bless

Ben & Lois Rathgeber

January 7, 2015

God be with you in this difficult time. We are praying for you, Cathy, your family, and your church, Mt. Calvary.

Rob Lewis

January 6, 2015

Cathy, our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. God's blessings be on his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed. May he rest in peace. Amen.

Jan CASE

January 6, 2015

Kim was a dear roommate for me in college and a gifted and loving friend to me and my wife, Ramona.He was a wonderful blessing from the Lord to us all. We shall meet again. He lives.

January 6, 2015

The Kellogg family was beyond blessed to know Reverend DeVries. He was both a friend and a comforting Pastor in our lives. We know he is with our Lord and we pray for Kathy, Thomas, Timothy and the rest of their family.

Sue and Jim Weber

January 6, 2015

Pastor DeVries was a devoted leader in his church, and was a warm and thoughtful man. My family and i will always cherish his devotion to my parents. His words about their passing continue to reassure me. Our blessings to Cathy and the family.

Anne Welch

January 5, 2015

Cathy and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mary sent me an e-mail today, so so sad. I am coming in March to see Mom and Mary so I will see you then.

Lupe De La Garza

January 5, 2015

Our deepest condolences to the family and relatives from Lupe De La Garza and family.

Terry R. Anderson

January 5, 2015

Dear Friends in Christ,

Our hearts cry out with sorrow for your loss but we also rejoice knowing that God is good and we give thanks for His lovingkindness that is everlasting.

While our personal relationship with Pastor DeVries has been limited to less than a year, his ministry has had an impact on our lives. We will continue to pray for you, his family as well as the greater family of Mt Calvary as this loss will be felt by many.

In Christ,

Cindy and Luke Henley

January 5, 2015

Pastor DeVries was such a Good & Kind Person...Our Prayers are with Cathy and the rest of his Family .

January 5, 2015

Sorry for your loss. We remember Kim when he was a little kid. His mom and dad.. Kim was a kind and good man. Gods love, Dorothy & Conrad

Russell and Vivian Maxwell

January 5, 2015

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Rev James and Rosanne Martin

January 5, 2015

Our prayers are with Kim's family and congregation. He will be missed by us all. He has now heard those precious words of our Lord, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant." May our gracious Lord surround you with His Love and His Presence.

Chaplain (LTC) Steven Hokana

January 5, 2015

May our gracious and Loving God, the resurrection and the life, look with favor on the DeVries family and Mt. Calvary as they grieve and celebrate the life of this great shepherd.

Rev. Jim and Diane Autry

January 5, 2015

Jim and I are so sorry for your loss Cathy and family. We always enjoyed our times of fellowship. May our loving and merciful God wrap his arms around you and the congregation of Mt. Calvary.

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