Kathleen Ann "Kathy" Estling
June 05, 2019
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Kathleen Ann “Kathy” Estling, 66, went to her Savior on Wednesday June 5, 2019. Kathy died in a tragic car accident as she and husband Ken were returning to Iowa from a vacation in Alabama. The accident occurred near Scooba, Mississippi.
A Memorial Service for Kathy will be held at Hope Lutheran Church, 3857 East 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA, on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. There will be a luncheon at the church following services. Burial of Kathy’s cremains will occur at Santiago Cemetery following the luncheon. A memorial visitation will be held at the church on East 42nd Street on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Kathy was born on February 5, 1953, in Des Moines, IA, the daughter of Gerald “Pat” and Elsie Ross. She grew up on a farm near Bondurant, and graduated from Bondurant-Farrar High School in 1971. Kathy was married to Ken Estling on June 4, 1978. Their 41-year marriage was blessed with two sons.
Kathy graduated from Grandview University in Des Moines with her BS in Nursing in 1989. She spent most of her life working as a Registered Nurse at Mercy Medical Center, and retired on January 24, 2019. She was well known for her care, compassion, and thoroughness of treating her patients. She always loved dedicating her life to the care of others, including her family. Her smile always seemed to brighten the room. Kathy had an innate ability to carry on an animated conversation. Kathy was very passionate about the care of her pets, including her show horses, cats, and dog.
Kathy is survived by her husband, Kenneth Estling of Altoona; her two sons: Chris (Dr. Jessica) Estling of Stow, Ohio; and Kyle Estling of Altoona; Her parents: Gerald “Pat” and Elsie Ross of Bondurant; Her five siblings: Joan (Dr. Nick) McKinney of Fairhope, AL; Cheryl (Dr. Zane) Craig of Millersburg, OH; Stephen (Jorene) Ross of Bondurant, IA; Melanie Follett, of Johnston, IA; David (Kristi Haughenbury) Ross of Bondurant, IA, and her 2 Grandchildren: Aveline and Wilson Estling.
Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be directed to: Hope Lutheran Church.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
David McCreery
07/18/2019
I remember meeting Kathy in Little Rock when I knew her sister, Joan.
She was adorable, as were her two young sons. And funny, open and kind. Moments after being introduced, she invited me to sit next to her on the "settee" as she described it.
She also lamented the fact that I taught her boys the necessity of learning to whistle between their fingers and to enjoy cokes enhanced with wedges of lemmons.
Terribly sorry for this dreadful loss of this precious lady.
David McCreery
Rita Lepeska and Dianne Fagner
06/16/2019
Our deepest sympathy to all of Kathy's family. We worked with Kathy in Homecare and Hospice, and she always had a smile on her face and eager to help. She will be missed greatly. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Richard and Nancy Stafford
06/14/2019
Kenny, we were so sad to hear of your loss. May your memories help carry you and your family through this very difficult time. Sending healing thoughts to you and your family.
Tim Beattie
06/13/2019
Ken,may the good memories of her life ease the pain for you and your family during the coming days.
Diane M Rolwes
06/13/2019
Kenny, so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. Diane Recker Rolwes
Chris Goodwin
06/13/2019
Kenny, I am so very sad to hear of your tragic loss. I cannot imagine how difficult this time must be for you and your boys.. keep faith that your heavy hearts will lighten. I'm holding you in my heart and my thoughts. Take care, Chris.
Nancy Willett Maynard
06/12/2019
Kenny, I am so saddened to hear about your accident and Kathys passing. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Lisa (Burgett) Gift
06/12/2019
To the family of Kathy: I was so deeply saddened to read what happened. Kathy was my home health nurse after surgery 21 years ago. She was the most wonderful nurse, and beautiful inside and out. I believe my dad, Gayle Burgett, knew you, Ken, from wrestling. With our deepest sympathies and condolences.
Paulette Godwin
06/12/2019
Ken Iam so sorry for the heartbreaking news.
I pray strength and comfort for you and your family. Kathy will be missed .
Sincerely,
Paulette Godwin
Bev/Ron Shivers
06/11/2019
We are saddened by the news of Kathys untimely death. Our memories of Kathy are such that make us smile, with a heart of caring and gentleness that speaks of her compassion as a nurse. I cherish our friendship and our prayers are with the family as you deal with this loss.
Charlie & Sue
06/12/2019
Kenny: our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We pray that God will help you all through this very difficult time. Know that all your friends and classmates are thinking about you all. God Bless!
Kate Gilmore
06/11/2019
I am so very sorry to hear about Kathy's death. I knew her because of my work at the Health Department and would call and talk to her often on the phone. We never met in person but I felt like she was a friend of mine. Incredibly kind and helpful and so good at what she did. I know how much she had looked forward to retirement and being with the grand kids more. Keeping each one of you in my thoughts and prayers as you process this loss. Kate Gilmore
Sharon Smith
06/11/2019
Kyle Im so sorry for your loss you had a wonderful mother she was so helpful with Kevins stay at the hospital. Im praying for you and your family
Donna Carew
06/11/2019
To Kenny and family, although Jim and I are unable to be with you, know that you have our deepest sympathy and are always in our prayers.
Mary Myers
06/11/2019
Ken, Kyle and Chris,
My heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your wife/mother. I knew Kathy from our days at Mercy. She was one of the friendliest, kindest and most caring individuals I have ever known. Her enthusiastic spirit and animation were contagious. Prayers for all who knew Kathy. She will be missed by many. May the fond memories of one who has impacted so many lives help to ease the pain.
Mary Myers