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Elizabeth Kickbush Obituary

Kickbush, Elizabeth Loving Wife, Mother & Grandma "Betty" (nee Kratt) Left on January 15, 2009 after a courageous battle with cancer. Preceded in death by parents Edward & Muriel. Survived by husband of 42 years Gary; children Michael, Joseph & Amber Sullivan (Neal); grandchildren Michael, Joshua, Noah & Nathan; sisters Karen Kaehler (Ernie), Geri Berthiaume & Margaret Schmidt; brothers Edward Jr. & Thomas (Jennet); many nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday 4-8:00 PM at SANDBERG FUNERAL HOME, 2593 E. 7th Avneue, North St. Paul. Private interment Oakland Cemetery. Betty's family would like to thank the staff at Our Lady of Good Counsel and request memorials to them. 651-777-2600



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Published by Pioneer Press on Jan. 18, 2009.

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January 15, 2010

My Friend Betty:

It's been 1 year that you have been gone and I still cannot believe your not here. But in my heart you will always be here. I miss our phone conversations and shopping trips and still find myself wanting to pick up the phone to call you, but in my heart I know your out of pain resting peacefully. I will never think of you gone maybe just on a long trip and still coming back. Betty my friend you will never be forgotten. Your friend. Sandy DeFoe!

steven westman

January 23, 2009

betty i miss you and mom watching the neighborhood together i hope things are better up there never knew your real name was elizabeth

Sandy DeFoe

January 20, 2009

My Friend Betty:

You left this earth way to soon. I can't believe I will never be shopping with you again to the Thrift stores (your favorite place to shop) and going out to eat at Old Country Buffet (your favorite place to eat) and talking on the phone just about every night or every other night. We would sometimes talk for hours about the craziest things but we had fun. I will never forget the good times we have had together since we met when we were just teenagers in high school and managed to stay friends until the very end. Betty I will miss you dearly. Your friend till the very end.

Rebecca Lawrence (Sofie)

January 20, 2009

Dear Gary and family: I'm so sorry for your loss. Betty was a very kind and wonderful person. I too remember her on the couch reading and looking out the window. Find solace in friends and family during this difficult time.

Traci Nelson

January 19, 2009

Mike and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss, our deepest sympathy to you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Ray, Traci, Courtney & Sidney

Justin Robinson

January 19, 2009

Gary,Mike Joe and Amber sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Justin, Katie, Kurt And or Familys

Laurie Mencke (Bass)

January 19, 2009

Gary, Mike, Joe, Amber and family,

My deepest sympathy goes out to you all during this difficult time; may you find comfort in all of the wonderful memories you have of Betty. You are all in my thoughts and prayers,

Denise Tyra (Roth)

January 19, 2009

Dear Gary, Mike, Joe and Amber and families:
We were so sorry to hear about your loss and you have our deepest sympathy! I have good memories of Betty from my childhood like sitting in the corner of the couch and looking out the window and sitting outside by the front door in her lawn chair drinking her pop. I can still hear her laughter. We enjoyed being neighbors all those years. Many good memories!
She is in a better place and has no pain now. Take this time to grieve and remember the good times.

Sympathy,
Denise Tyra (Roth) and family, Marian Roth and the rest of the Roth family.

Jim & Amy Bronk

January 19, 2009

Mike & Family: We are deeply saddened to hear about the great loss of your mother. Even though we never had a chance to meet her, it sounds like she was a wonderful mother, grandmother, wife and friend to many people. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family through this very difficult time.

Sally Bigalke (Satak)

January 19, 2009

Gary & Family & Kratt Family

You have my deepest sympathy. She was loved and will be missed by many. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

dan schmidt

January 19, 2009

gary & family, I'm sorry to hear about Betty. Your in my thoughts. It's been a long time, but I still remember the times with you & Betty in your backyard having fun!
With sympathy, Schmitty

Karen Marquardt

January 18, 2009

Gary and Family: I know not of a more richer and devoted wife and mother as Betty. Michael, Joe, and Amber, you are truly blessed to have such a gift; and I was blessed to have her as a neighbor, friend, and part of our family. My family and I share your grief as you have lost a very dedicated and loving wife and mother. You and your family will always be in our hearts and prayers. May God bless you all and may the Angels embrace you with strength and endurance during this very difficult time.

Karen (Robinson) Marquardt

KEN & BARB BRONK

January 18, 2009

MIKE AND FAMILY, SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS IF YOU NEED ANYTHING PLEASE CALL.

Linda Schwendig

January 18, 2009

I went to school with Betty and my son's are friends of them and the boys. My heart goes out to you and your family. Your in my prayers. Sincerly, Linda Schwendig

Aaron Johnson and Family

January 18, 2009

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Sorry for your loss.

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