Ellen Kendall
October 23, 2007
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Ellen Kendall, 83, died on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at Mercy Hospital. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, October 27, 2007 Our Lady of the Americas Catholic Church – Visitation Site. Burial will follow at Glendale Cemetery. Visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Friday at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, with a scripture service at 7 p.m.
Ellen was born May 30, 1924 to Carl and Bessie James in Osceola. She moved to Des Moines when she was 15 years old and graduated from East High School. Ellen married Eugene Kendall in 1942 and worked for the State of Iowa as a manager of licenses for 32 ½ years. She was an active member of Our Ladies of the Americas – Visitation Site, working with the Rosary Society, funeral dinners, and other activities.
Ellen is survived by her son, Jim (Mary Ann) Kendall of Indianapolis; grandchildren, Todd Kendall residing in Italy and Holly (Brady) Whitney of Monrovia, IN, great-grandchildren, Kenzie and Clay Whitney; step-grandchildren, Lisa and Sean Frisby; and step-great granddaughter, Stella Grace Seymour.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Kendall; and her forever cherished friend, Doris Beltrame.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Barbara Morris Smith Anderson
11/12/2007
Dear Jim: I was so so sorry to learn of your mother's death. Ellen was my Godmother when I joined the Catholic faith in 1965, and Doris was my confirmation sponsor. Your mother and Doris were so warm and welcoming when I came to Des Moines in 1963 with Bill Sueppel(Commisioner of Public Safety) as his Administrative Assistant. I remember she also gave me a wedding shower when I was married to John Smith. We all had some good times together. I am now living in central Florida (Mount Dora, 27 miles northwest of Orlando). She was such a wonderful person and I am sure you are a better person for having her as a mother. She talked about you all the time and I know she just adored you.
Warmest condolences,
Barbara Anderson
Debbie
10/26/2007
Hi Jim - I was so very sad when I heard of the loss of your mom. Know that you and everyone in your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Please call me when you get home. And if you need anything, please let me know.
With My Deepest Symphathies,
Debbie
Kinder
Herbert Family
10/25/2007
Dear Jim, Maryann and Family,
The entire family is sending our heartfelt sympathy to you at this time of sadness. We hope that all your fond memories will be treasured and in time your will find great peace. We all wish we could be there to provide the shoulders for you to lean on but you are the recipient of prayers from all over the USA.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Paul and Eleanor Herbert, Indiana
Dr. Anne Rosche, California
Rose Devlin, California
Darcy and Sue Whiteman and Family, Pennsylvania
Jon and Carrie Whiteman and Family, California
Rod and Diana Holdrege, California
Jeff Diem
10/25/2007
Jim I am truly sorry to hear about your mothers passing away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I hope in this time of grief you can take a moment and reflect on the good times.
Cheer's
Jeff
Thomas A. Murray
10/25/2007
Jim and Family,
A note to offer my sincere sympathy for the loss of your mother. I hope the events of day bring joyous reflection of a long happy life. God bless you! My prayers of faith support and meaningful reflections are upon you.
Be well.
Always,
Thomas A. Murray
Indianapolis, Indiana
Tim and Rachel Walter
10/25/2007
Kendall:
Sorry to hear about your Mother. I didn't know her but I'm sure she was a
terrific lady. When you get back to the station I will have a big smile
waiting for you. Let us know if you need anything, we'll be there for you.
You and your family will be in our prayers.
Tim and Rachel
Brenda Brown
10/25/2007
Dear Jim,
I am so sorry for your loss. I truly wish I could be there with you this weekend to celebrate your Mother's life and to help provide comfort and support. My prayers are with you and your family. I love you and I am here for you if you should need anything.
Love,
Brenda Brown
Dave Lobeck
10/25/2007
Jim,
My most sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. She must have been a very special person to have raised such as class and caring guy as you.
We love you.
Dave
Steve Archbold
10/25/2007
Dear Jim and Mary Ann,
I know what this is like and in fact all 3 of us do.
You are good folks and I just want to take a moment to let you know that I am thinking of you!
Peace,
Arch
Karen Melman
10/25/2007
Jim and Mary Ann,
Just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
The Melman Family
Vivian Rose Hayes
10/25/2007
Jim, I am so sorry to hear about your mother passing. I hope your trip to Iowa goes well, as that is difficult when you are under a time pressure and
aditional heartache. Your mother sounds like she was an active woman, especially with the church. Take care of your precious family. My heart goes out to all of you. Love Vivian
Loren Perdue
10/24/2007
Mary Ann and Jim,
I offer my sincere condolences to you and your family. May God grant to you HIS wonderful peace and comfort like only he can during this rough time. Mak if you need an extra shoulder to cry on, use mine. Love and prayers to you all.
Loren
Jerry, Sally and Jennifer
10/24/2007
Dear Jim & Mary Ann
Jim form what you have told us Mother Kendall was a special person. She had been an inspiration to us with her holy candles and paryers. Now we can say paryers and light a candle for her. We wish we could be with you and Mary Ann in your time of need, at least our thought are for sure with and Mother Kendall. Call me if you need to talk.
Chris and Becky Wheat
10/24/2007
We are so sorry for your loss and know that you have many wonderful memories of your Mom to keep in your heart.
Melody Matulewic
10/24/2007
Jim, Mary Ann, Holly and family...
sending you our thoughts and prayers! Melody & Doug Matulewic