Phyllis Arlene Norris Kratzberg Sims Van Zandt
June 05, 2014
Phyllis Arlene Norris Kratzberg Sims Van Zandt, 80, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2014 at Union Park Health Services surrounded by her loving family.
Phyllis was born January 7, 1934 in Redding, Iowa to Guy and Lillie (Moler) Norris. She enjoyed being in her yard, tending her rose bushes and bird feeders. She loved to visit with people and always had a smile on her face. Phyllis liked keeping up with her soap operas and reading the tabloids. She was an amazing mom and a great cook and enjoyed doing puzzles, watching NASCAR, and was a Cardinals fan.
Phyllis is survived by her husband, George; children, Sandy Hauf, Douglas Kratzberg, Kenneth Sims, Steve (Kimberly) Sims, and Jennifer (Shane) Kennedy; eleven grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; two step-daughters and two step-sons.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Cathy Miles; son, Michael Kratzberg; and eight siblings.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Sunday, June 8, 2014 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 9, also at the funeral home. Private family burial will take place at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be directed toward Union Park Health Services in loving memory of Phyllis.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
SANDRA HAUF
06/27/2014
I WOULD LIKE TO THANK U ALL FOR UR CONDOLENCES. MY MOTHER WAS A GREAT LADY AND LEFT ME WITH A BROKEN HEART. HER FINAL WORDS WERE ALWAYS SMILE AND BE KIND, REST IN PEACE MOM TILL WE MEET AGAIN LOVE AND MISS U SO MUCH.
Vanessa Lamb
06/09/2014
Steve, I am sorry to hear of your families loss.my prayers are with you and your family.
Melodie Steadman Courtney
06/08/2014
To my dearest Love Ken, and his family. Yes, this earth lost a nother wonderful Lady that was so full of: Love, Kindness, and Giving to others. I have a great Respect for her that words can not begin to describe how I feel right now. I just wished I would have had a little more time with her but I so enjoyed our conversation that we shared with each other. I will miss your mom dearly because of her being her. Kenny I love you and Im right here for you and not going any where.. As for the rest of you Im truely sorry for the heart ache you are feeling right now. I know it is not easy for I to just went throught the samething this past November and remember with time it will heal your womb but you will always have your wonderful memories of a GREAT MOTHER AND FRIEND.
Brenda Ray & Brian Derrickson
06/09/2014
Dear Kenny-Stevie-Jennifer we loved your ma as she were our own. Phil always had a smile on her face and she didn't treat us any different then you guys. We have very fond memories of her...she always has and always will have a close spot near and dear in our hearts. Always fond memories. Brenda & Brian
Cathy Sysel
06/08/2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family. I know she's in heaven now watching over her family members and not suffering any pain or discomfort any longer.
Ginger A
06/08/2014
Jennifer, Kenny, Stevie...I am very sorry for your loss. I feel so fortunate to have known your mom. She was a great lady.
linnea coover
06/08/2014
So sorry for your loss. Phyllis was agreat lady! Your family has my thoughts and prayers.
stephanie krog
06/08/2014
Sorry for your loss ken. Hugs and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeanette Borgerding
06/07/2014
Jennifer, Kenny & Stevie ~ You have our deepest sympathies in the loss of your darling Mom. She was truly one of a kind and will be missed. We are sad that our visit this weekend did not result in being able to see Aunt Phil but are comforted with the knowledge that she has been restored and is with our loved ones in heaven. May she rest in peace forever more. Lots of love, your cousins, Jeanette, Debbie, Mary Ann & Diane
Cindy Holden
06/07/2014
Jennifer, I know how much you loved your momma. I always enjoyed hearing her laugh and seeing her smile when she was around you. And with Gage around too, that was pretty much a constant. I love you, dear friend, and I'm so sorry for your loss.
Sarah Hirmann (Grand daughter)
06/07/2014
Grandma may you fly with the best of them because your truly amazing. I thank God for the 2 lovely weeks I got to spend with you and will cherish those memories and all my childhood memories forever. I LOVE you so much and may you RIP.
Cherise
06/07/2014
So sorry for your family's loss Jennifer! Love you! May your sweet mother rest in peace. Heaven gained two angels on the same day as Richards mother also passed. May God comfort you love.
Steve Sims (Son)
06/06/2014
To my dear mother Phyllis, I know you are not suffering anymore and in a better place now. I will always remember you and thank you for being the best mom in the world. You will not be forgotten R.I.P