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Kathleen Graalfs Obituary

Kathleen Marie (Wetzler) Graalfs

Passed away peacefully on November 14, 2014, at home with family by her side. Kathy was born in 1949 in Toledo, Ohio, and moved with her family to southern California in 1961. She graduated from San Francisco State University in 1972, and married Richard the same year. In 1976 they moved to Auburn, California, where they lived and raised their family for 19 years. After 12 years in Sacramento, they moved to Santa Rosa in 2009. Kathy touched many lives with her warmth, humor, compassion, and spirituality and she will be deeply missed. She is survived by her husband Richard, children Jessica Back (David), Elaine Gutsch (Mike), and Evan Graalfs (Tracy), five grandchildren, sisters Lori Cook and Nancy Gage, and brother Jerry Wetzler. Kathy's funeral will be held on Friday, November 21, at 10 AM at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1300 St. Francis Rd, Santa Rosa. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lutheran World Relief. Santa Rosa Mortuary Eggen & Lance Chapel, 707-545-3747.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18, 2014.

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Masha Orshansky

November 25, 2014

My deepest condolences to the whole family!
I will always remember Kathy's warmth and hospitality, her beautiful voice, and the sparkle of her laugh.

Marcie

November 22, 2014

Please accept my sincere condolences. And our loving God give your family comfort tenderly alone with strengh of endurance through your sadness.

November 21, 2014

May the God of all comfort grant you peace at this difficult time.

janet & mark kellman

November 20, 2014

Richard, Jessica, Elaine & Evan,
Even though it has been YEARS since we have seen each other, the news of Kathy's passing comes as such a shock. Our loving thoughts are with all of you. Janet & Mark Kellman

November 19, 2014

Evan and family, please accept our heartfelt condolances. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim Guerrero Family

Caroline Rueb

November 19, 2014

I'm so sorry to hear about Kathleen's passing. Years ago I used to babysit the twins and often enjoyed hiking with her and Richard. Many good memories.
Sincerely,

November 19, 2014

Even under great tragedies, we have hope. Can our loved ones live again? The Bible says yes; on the earth, in peace, and forever. Palms 37:9-11,29.

Dianne Glaser

November 19, 2014

Cousin I'm glad we connected on facebook and got to know each other that way after years of loosing touch. I love you and will miss you. Dianne Glaser

Larry Matter

November 18, 2014

Jessica, Knowing you I can only imagine that your mom was a warm and lovely person who brightened the lives of others. I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Tom Mattis

November 18, 2014

So very sad to hear about the passing of your beautiful bride. May the happy memories of the life you shared fill your heart for years to come.

Dottie Burns

November 18, 2014

Cousin, you will be missed. So glad we reconnected. My thoughts and prayers for your family. Love you.

Katie Prather

November 18, 2014

Kathy had such a generous and warm soul. She had a way of conveying real care for people in simple interactions. My heart goes out to the whole Graalfs family. May Kathy's deep love for you all always be felt.

November 18, 2014

May the God all comfort strengthen the entire family during this time of sorrow. Those who die God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. (Psalms 116:15) My sincerest sympathy.

Bob and Shirley Phillips

November 17, 2014

Rich and family, So very sorry to hear about Kathy's passing. She was always such a cheerful soul and a very wonderful human being. Our sympathies to you and your family. May time and memories of Kathy bring you comfort. Sincerely, former backyard neighbors, Bob and Shirley

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