"It breaks my heart to know that I was only a stone's throw away and never really got to know you. The phrase "you don't know what you have til its gone" rings in my heart and mind. You were a great neighbor and will be missed. I hope that you find peace and serenity where you are. Joe, if I can do anything , please let me know."
In loving memory of
Tina Marie Rhoer
July 24, 1967 - January 2, 2012
Tina Marie Rhoer, 44, of Keokuk died January 2, 2012 at her home.
She was born on July 24, 1967 in Washington, D.C. the daughter of Henry F. & Edna M. Abel Thompson.
Tina is survived by four children: Damien and Chyanne Rhoer and Katelin and Kennedy Greenwald all of Keokuk; two granddaughters: Alexis Rhoer and Kelli Korschagen; her significant other: Joe Ferguson of Keokuk and her dog Snoopy. Also surviving are many close friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother: Tommy Thompson and one uncle: William Rhoer.
There will be no funeral. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 pm on Friday, January 6 at DeJong-Greaves Celebration of Life Centers located at 917 Blondeau St. in Keokuk. Private burial will be in Oakland Cemetery in Fort Madison, IA at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army.
Tributes
"What I remember most about Tina from our childhood is her great smile and she loved to laugh, her laugh was definitely infectious. My deepest condolences to the entire family! We all have our trials and tribulations in life and the last time I saw Tina in FM she was adiment and optimistic about getting her life back in order...so saddened by the news of her passing. I wish I could be there on Friday. Please honor her life by remember all the good times you shared with her!"
"Well where do I start.... Tina and I met I don't know(or remember ) how when we were little kids and we just gravitated towards each other. We laughed and sure gave our share of crap to people. She had her serious side also where she would share about life and what she was feeling and going through. I know there were plenty of times she would stand up for me when others would say or do something to me.Then when I moved away we lost touch and I have looked for her and asked about her to everyone I could think of. I am so sorry I could not have reconnected before.She was the best friend a little guy like me could have asked for. Tina will be greatly missed by all of us whose lives she touched. GOD bless and sleep with the angels,as you were always one anyway ! Matt"
"My heart breaks hearing about this. I had been looking for Tina over the years and had asked about her just a few weeks ago. I hold special memories of our friendship in High School and wish we could have reconnected. Tina was an wonderful young woman when I knew her. Strong minded, absolute and real about people and life. Some memories to share? I knew who she was in school but we officially met in the girls locker room when I had interrupted an incident she was having with another girl over a boy (what can I say - we were crazy kids) and because of that, I drew her attention to me and she wanted to "fight" me, I refused. Somehow we became friends, even close. The best memories I have are when we shared our thoughts and feelings about life while walking home after school many times. Then, life happened and we lost touch. She was still beautiful. Thank you for posting her pictures. I'm sorry I cannot make it to the visitation as I live in Colorado. Your family is my prayers. "
"Joe, hang in their. Remember the good times, eating and eating at Ogo's! Im sure you had funner times then that, but Tina sure enjoyed it and we enjoyed serving you and her. She was very kind. Let me know if you need anything bro. Friends Kevin and Lori Gregory......... "
"Hearing of your passing truly breaks my heart. I only knew you a very short time, but what I got to know I loved! You are an amazing person and one of the "realest" people I know I will ever meet. See you on the other side darling. I love you! My heart goes out to your family and close friends."
"You're my best friend, I will never understand this. You may be gone but not forgotten. I love you "
"I love you Aunt Tina. I will never forget all the good times we had. You inspired me in so many ways. "
"i will be sure to keep your memory alive in alexis forever rip tina you will be missed "