Kathryn Gergen
July 09, 2014
A lifetime of giving came to an end Wednesday, July 9, 2014 when Kathryn Mary Gergen, age 65, passed away.
Kathryn was born October 23, 1948 in Minneapolis, MN, the daughter of Theodore and Barbara (Cox) Gergen. She graduated in 1966 from Tech High School in Des Moines and earned her bachelors degree in nursing. She worked as an RN for numerous hospitals in Des Moines and South Carolina including Broadlawns, Lutheran, and Des Moines General. She was a resident of Des Moines, IA, Edisto Island, SC, and Orangeburg, SC. She was a very active member of A.A. and Al-Anon and enjoyed boating, fishing, and shrimping. She volunteered for spaying and neutering feral cats and Habitat for Humanity.
Kathryn is survived by her son, Jason Michael Mitchell; granddaughter, Alexandria Rochelle Wilson; siblings, Linda Confer, Theodore Marcus Gergen, Jr. (Dorothy), and Roberta “Bobbi” Allison; life partner, Pat Parcell; nieces and nephews, Todd Confer, Jamie Gergen, Robb Gergen, Sadessa Hernandez, Nicole McLaughlin, Wendy Gergen, Lisa Elswick, and Austin Allison; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews, and other extended family members.
She was preceded in death by her parents and son, Michael Ray Gergen.
According to the family’s wishes, cremation has occurred. There will be a celebration of life held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 12, 2014, at Altoona Christian Church, 2890 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA, 50009.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
margaret spaulding
07/13/2014
we lost contact, but you were always on my mind,you are the best friend i had,seeing Bobbie made me very sad, she is so much like you,i only wish we would meet up again, i know we will.
Benjamin Bates
07/11/2014
My mom just informed me of your passing. I never knew you but you were the nurse that was in the birthing room when my mom gave birth to me. You took care of my mom and I. Ive never met you ever again. But I wanted to say thank you for taking care of me and my mom.
Bobbi Allison
07/11/2014
When Randy died you were the first one here even though you had to fly in from SC. You took care of me all my life and I am thankful that I was able to pay some of that back these last years. I loved you with all of my heart, and even though you frustrated me with your bullheadedness I KNOW its a family trait. I take comfort in the idea that you have joined Mom, Dad, Mikey and all of the others that have gone before you. Keep us in your heart and watch over us, we NEED it! I love you sister!
Toni and Richard Owens
07/11/2014
I met you once and you know my son , you had a beautful smile even though you didnt know me you really made me feel welcome . I know your in heaven with all your family and having a great time . you will be missed
Lila Luchsinger
07/10/2014
I'm going to miss you dear friend. You were a big part of me becoming the person I am today and you will always be in my heart. My thoughts and prayers to your Jason and Lexi and all of your family. Love ya always.
Tracy
07/10/2014
Your smile will always be remembered Kathy and your love for everyone will be carried on by your family.
Bobbi and family, you are ALWAYS in my heart!!
XO
(now Doug, Randy and Homer have someone to give them hell!)