Katherine Jorgensen
July 06, 2012
Katherine (Kathy) S. Jorgensen, 56, passed away Friday, July 6, 2012, in Des Moines, IA. She was born October 21, 1955 in Sheldon, IA, to Jim and Donna (Keegan) Breuer. Kathy graduated from Sheldon Community High School in 1974, and married Richard Jorgensen on July 20, 1977.
She was employed with Maurices Distribution Center in Johnston, IA, for 23 years, most recently in the Human Resources Department. Kathy loved to ride - she and her husband logged over 40,000 miles on their Harley Davidson motorcycles.
Kathy is survived by her husband, Richard; children, Joshua (Stephanie) Jorgensen of Ankeny, Nicholas (fiancee, Chelsea White) of Des Moines, and Brenda Katt of Rock Rapids, IA; seven grandchildren; siblings, Barbara (Alan) Chindlund, Bonnie (Jim) Huygens, Jim (Cathy) Breuer, Theresa (David) Maslen, Steven (Peggy) Breuer, Mary (Mark) Sindt, Laurie (Barney) Edwards, Bill Breuer, and Margaret (Scott) Westre; sisters-in-law, Sandra Vennink and Karen (Larry) Swanson; along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, and parents-in-law, Frank and Virginia (Baer) Jorgensen.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Monday, July 9, 2012, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines. The family will greet visitors from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be made to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Glen Breuer
08/07/2012
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Kathy while I was on my 7,400 mile 29 day motorcycle trip to the West Coast. I just got back and am now able to express my sympahies to your family.
Judy Hopkins Slinger
07/13/2012
I am so very sorry for your loss. I knew all the Breuer family, and some of them were friends with my children. I loved your parents so much, especially your Mom! My love and prayers go out to each one of you,and I pray you are all serving our Lord Jesus Christ, our loving Savior.
Marla
07/12/2012
I have so many memories of Kathy. She was truly a kindred spirit.
Sandi Backhaus Gruhn
07/12/2012
Richard and family, I heard of your recent loss. I want to extend our sympathies from all 4 of the Backhaus girls. We were neighbors to the west and south, waaayyy!!!back when. Faye was in Sandy's class. Take care.
Kati "Jividen" Bernard
07/11/2012
Oh my, I just saw a mention of this on Nick's Facebook page. I had NO idea this had happened (I would have come to the service!!). Josh, Nick and Rich, I am SO sorry. I know your hearts must be breaking right now. Please know I am thinking of you. If you need anything, please let me know!!!!!
Mary Davis (Lair)
07/09/2012
Rich, I am so sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. It just doesnt seem possible. She was a good lady and always had a smile for me whenever I saw her. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Call if you need anything or want to talk. God Bless You.
Angela Sinyard
07/09/2012
Love and prayers from us in Wv. Kathy was a precious person and wonderful friend. Bro. Richard my thoughts and prayers are with you. Thanks for thinking of me during this difficult time. What a reunion that will be when we all are together again.
Love in Christ,
Sis. Angela
Ps - I know she and Grandma Craighead will be having a time!
Sue Boyd
07/09/2012
I wish I could have come to the funeral to suport Barb and Al and the whole family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We saw Kathy and Rich at Christmas in DM a coulple years ago and then in April that same year we ran into them at Ames at Hickory park..we enjoyed visiting with them while we waited for our tables. What a sweet and lovely ladie.May God and freinds and family comfort you. Susie(Chindlund) Boyd
Lynnette (Christensen) Azcarraga
07/09/2012
Rich - I am just devastated to hear this news. Kathy was such an amazing woman and will truly be missed. My belief is she is now whooping it up with my Mom so they are both in good company.
My prayers go out to you and the boys and their families at this difficult time.
Edie Cronk
07/09/2012
I worked with Kathy at Maurice's Distro for many years. She was always upbeat, cheerful and kind. May God bless her memory and give peace to those who mourn.
Scott Jackson
07/09/2012
Rich - all of us at Blackmer want to send our deepest sympathies on the loss of your wife - Kathy. Even though we never met her, we know she was a special person. You and your family are in our thoughts & prayers. Scott Jackson
Lisa Perryman
07/08/2012
Prayers going out to all the family... we are so sorry for your loss!
Love,
Lisa (Breuer) & Curtis Perryman
(Daughter of Denis & Marlys Breuer)
Delores Keegan (Aunt Dee)
07/08/2012
Dear Rich and family...I was so very sorry to hear about Kathy. What a special person and what a magical laugh she had. May you take comfort in knowing she is at peace and no longer so very ill...and that she is reunited with all our loved ones....I'm so sorrry I cannot be with you at this time.
Rodger & Bonnie Breuer
07/08/2012
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with the entire family.
From Rodger & Bonnie Breuer (son of Roland)
Sioux City
Laurie (Breuer) Olson
07/08/2012
So Sorry to hear about Kathy. What a beautiful lady. Prayers are being sent your way for your entire family. Oh how lucky she is to see all the family members that will meet her in heaven. What a cribbage game that would be. From Laurie (Breuer) Olson, daughter of Pat and Dorothea Breuer