Catherine Elizabeth Kock
February 21, 2013
Catherine Elizabeth Kock, 86, passed away at Parkridge Nursing Center in Pleasant Hill on February 21, 2013.
Catherine was born October 13, 1926, in Fordyce, Nebraska, to Zeno and Mathilda Suing. She was one of two sets of twins and a total of 13 children.
She was a teacher’s associate at Garton Elementary in Des Moines. She was a member of St. Peter’s Parish, the Croatian Center, and the Ladies’ Auxiliary of VFW Post 9662 and AmVets Post 2.
Catherine is survived by her husband of 66 years, Larell Kock; children, Roger (Sue) Kock, Francis (Sofia) Kock, David Kock, Elizabeth (Glenn) Griffin, Greg (Bonita) Kock, and Bob (Sheryl) Kock; 12 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; three sisters; one brother; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents; five sisters including twin sister, Elizabeth Catherine; three brothers; a great-grandson, Calvin Brandert; mother-in-law, Lena; and father-in-law, Fred Kock.
A visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., with a VFW ceremony at 6 p.m. and a Rosary service at 7 p.m., on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street in Des Moines. Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, at St. Peter’s Parish, E. 18th and Des Moines Streets, followed by burial at Highland Memory Gardens.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family to be distributed to various organizations in loving memory of Catherine.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Charlotte McClellan
02/28/2013
Larell , I would like to extend my sympathy to you in the loss of Catherine. Even though I don't work at the pharmacy anymore I would often think of you and the friendship we had through the pharmacy and your dedication to your wife. I can tell by all the other condolences that many people treasured her friendship and skills. Please accept my sympathy. May God bless you and your family, I'm sure she left a wonderful legacy.
Sandy O'Brien
02/27/2013
I had the privilege of working with Catherine at Garton School. As her principal, I found her to be one of the sweetest, most dedicated staff members we had. Catherine love all of our students and always went above and beyond the call of duty to help our kids.
Please accept my since sympathy. I will continue to cherish my memories of Catherine.
With love and prayers,
Sandy O'Brien
Dave &Kimmie Hols
02/26/2013
We were planning to come to the visitation tonight. However the roads are terrible out in the country. We are so sorry, and you are all in our prayers. Please know we are thinking ofyou all. God Bless,Dave & Kimmie
Vicky Simbro
02/26/2013
Liz, So good to talk with you, you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. A big hug to you from snowy Missouri. I will be thinking of you and your family throughout this dificult time. Your mom was always so sweet to me during those visits to your home many years ago. I hold you dearly in my heart. Many blessings to all of you and to all be safe.
Nancy Shiner
02/25/2013
Lizzy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time. Sending you a big hug from Chicago and know that God will give you the strength you need in your time of sorrow.
Cecilia O'Brien
02/25/2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to you Liz. When I read the announcement my mind went back to all those choir practices with you and your mom. Good times that I hope are good memories for you. Prayers and blessings on you.
Deacon Gene & Diana Jager
02/24/2013
Our thoughts and heartfelt prayers go out to Catherine's family. She was a vital part of St Peter Parish for many years and our lives have been blessed for having known her many years.
Darlene Kellogg & Karen Clark(Kellogg)
02/24/2013
Liz & Bob- Please accept our prayers and thoughts for you and your entire family during this time. Liz mom wanted you to know how much your singing meant to her and Dad at his funeral and to know she is thinking and praying for you during your loss. May you all be blessed with beautiful memories.
Sincerely Darlene Kellogg & Karen .
Duane Laux
02/24/2013
May God's amazing grace comfort you during these days of sorrow. I lift you all in special prayer this week.
Anna {Laux} McClain
02/24/2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow, Aunt Cathy was always a wonderful, loving person when ever we were there, All of you will be in my prayers this week and know that she will be in heaven watching over all of us.
Laura Friest
02/23/2013
I am so sorry to learn of Catherines passing. I have great memories of her helping me when the boys were cholicy babies, she had the patiences of an angel!!