"Kathy was such a joy to be around. I just loved her. She was always smiling and laughing. Her children were her pride and joy. I'm so glad she found Keith to share her life with. My deepest condolences to her family. Donna White"
In loving memory of
Kathryn Kimmel
April 12, 1953 - October 5, 2017
PEPIN, WI - Kathryn Kimmel, 64, of Pepin, WI and formerly of Winona, MN died on Thursday, October 5, 2017, at her home.
Kathryn was born on April 12, 1953, in Winona, MN to Raymond and Beverly (Graves) Mueller. She was raised in Rollingstone, MN where she attended grade school at Holy Trinity Catholic School. Kathryn graduated from Winona Senior High School and from cosmetology school in Winona. Kathryn married Richard Ryan. They were later divorced. She married Keith Kimmel on April 12, 1994. Kathryn worked in the retail industry for many years. She enjoyed gardening, crystals, spending time with her girls, walks on the beach with her husband and riding on the back of the motorcycle. Kathryn was a great caregiver who loved her grandchildren and pets. She was an angel on earth.
Kathryn is survived by her husband, Keith; three children: Christine (Derek) West of Washington state, Kari (Todd) Benson of Winona and Heidi (Shannon) Sobeck of Minneapolis, MN; seven grandchildren: Tyler, Caleb, Preston, Aaron, Nicholas, Summer and Mahayla; four siblings: Jim Mueller of Minnesota City, MN, Sue Wobig of Winona, MN, Jill Mueller (Kevin Kimmel) of Minnesota City, MN and Pam (Delmer) Husman of Winona, MN; brother-in-law, Kent Kimmel of Pepin, WI and by many nieces and nephews who she had a very close relationship with.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Michael Mueller.
There will be a memorial service for Kathryn at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 21, 2017, at Hoff Celebration of Life Center in Goodview, MN. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service.
Tributes
"My heart breaks for her daughters, husband, Jim, Jill & Sue! I am so sorry for this tragic loss. She was one of the purest souls I've ever had the privilege of knowing. We had a wonderful friendship which I've always remembered so gratefully. Much love to all of you..."
"I didn't know Kathy but I know Jim and Sara. My condolences to your family on your loss. "
"Christine: I just about missed this. I hope to see you on the 21st if i can make it. I have not seen you for sooo many years. You are way out in Washington. So far from home. I did not know your mom was ill. She looks so different in her picture here, but i did check it out to see if your name was mentioned and you were. I am so sorry for your loss of your mom. SHE REALLY WAS A GREAT LADY. I always enjoyed when i would bump into her in a store, but only once or twice over the years.. Your children must be grown by now. I'm sure you will have many wonderful memories of "mom". . Hope i can see you on the 21st. Looking forward to seeing you. Bonnie Boettcher"
"There are no words to describe our loss. We love you so very much Mom. ????????"
"I am so sorry. I will always remember you as my manager at the bread store. I'm glad I got to see you when your mom was at the Manor. Another Angel gone to heaven. ?"
"My mom was so special. She wasnt just our mom she was our best friend. She loved her children & her grandchildren. Her grandchildren were her pride & joy. We love you mom always & forever. You will be in our hearts forever. You will be our angel now."