Kathleen M. Drew
January 02, 2018
Kathleen Marie Drew, 72, died at Mercy Hospital on Tuesday, January 2, 2018. She was born June 1, 1945 to Marland and Marie (Haney) Hendren in Des Moines.
Kathleen retired from Principal Financial Group after almost 20 years of service and volunteered as the TAG teacher for Des Moines Public Schools for many years. She was a Master Gardener and Master Herbalist where she was a long time member of the National Herbal Society. Kathleen had a passion for the environment and enjoyed raising her pet turtles, watching her birds, and supporting animal groups.
Kathleen is survived by her husband of 54 years, Matthew Mark Drew; sons, David, Scott, and AJ; daughter, Love Beth Drew; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held 1 p.m., Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street.
In lieu of flowers, memorial may be directed to the National Herbal Society.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Jim Schuttinga
01/16/2018
I remember the young Kathleen Hendren from our days at East Des Moines High School. Outstanding student; accomplished actress; and a woman of ideas and ideals. She was the perfect life partner for my dear friend Mark Drew Condolences to Mark and the rest of the family.
Jim Schuttinga
Larry Rainwater
01/16/2018
Kathleen & Mark had a marriage that extended over fifty years, a wonderful accomplishment. Condolences to Mark & family for the loss.
Patrick Kammerer
01/13/2018
My wife, Love Beth Drew, and her family are currently feeling deeply the loss of Kathleen M. Drew. I wish them strength in this time of hardship.
Kathleen was a large influence on my interest in herbs and gardening, since she was very much an expert. I will be making a strong effort to keep alive her memory through the plants which she grew.
I regret that Love and I were not able to visit her in recent years, and I know that Love is saddened by this.
She will be missed by all who knew her.
Rita Cangas
01/08/2018
My thoughts are with the family, I have fond memories of being on the PTO at Cattell Elementary with Kathy. My deepest condolences
Lori Forkner
01/08/2018
This is for A.J. I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Please know that you are and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
MARY GUTIERREZ
01/08/2018
So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in GOD's word. Isaiah 26:19; Psalms 37:11,29.
Karen Cason Kahrig
01/08/2018
Mark and family I extend my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Pam Bradshaw (Fife)
01/07/2018
Growing up in the same neighborhood, I remember meeting your mom a few times. I could tell she seemed very dedicated to her family. I am truly so sorry for such a huge loss. I will be praying for comfort and hopes that all of you will rely on each other during this very difficult time.
Bobbi Molloy
01/06/2018
I had the pleasure of working with Kathleen at Principal. She was kind and hard working. I admired her character.
My deepest condolences to the family. She was an angel on earth and has now earned her wings.
Janet Johansen Hockey
01/06/2018
To David, Scott, AJ, Love, and your Father: I am very sorry for your loss of your mother. I remember her from Cattell days. You are all in my prayers. Take care. Janet Johansen Hockey