In loving memory of

Kathleen E. Hundorf
June 20, 1933 - June 1, 2008

Winona, MN

Kathleen Ellen Hundorf, 74, of Winona, MN, died Sunday, June 1, 2008 at Lake Winona Manor in Winona, MN.
Kathleen was born on June 20, 1933 in Minneapolis, MN to Michael J. and Mary (Cardinal) Harding. She graduated from Columbia Heights High School in 1951. On June 18, 1955, she married Arlenn Howard Hundorf in Minneapolis, MN. They lived in the Rushford area for awhile before moving to the farm by Cedar Valley in Winona. They were later divorced. Kathleen worked for Winona Knitting Mills, Sauer Memorial Home, and bartended. Kathleen was a member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Winona, Ladies Auxiliary, and Eagles Auxiliary, where she was a past vice president. She enjoyed camping, reading, gambling, cooking, and gardening.
Survivors include her five children; Michael (Karen) Hundorf of Minnesota City, Nancy (Bruce) Krzoska of Arcadia, WI, Sandra Hundorf of Minnesota City, Roberta Rouster of Winona, and Colleen (Rob) Studer of Rochester; 18 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; two sisters; Mary Jane (Ben) Schaefer of Columbia Heights, MN and Ann (Don) Jacobson of Blaine, MN; brother Michael R. Harding of Blaine, MN; and special friend Don Kerrigan of Winona.
Kathleen was preceded in death by her daughter Mary Ellen Rumpca, grandson Jason Hundorf, great-grandson Michael Smith, sister Francis Harding and brother Robert Harding.
The Funeral Service for Kathleen will be held at 11:00am on Friday, June 6, 2008 at Hoff Funeral & Cremation Services ? Hansen Goodview Chapel with Father Thomas Hargesheimer officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service on Friday at the Funeral Home. There will be a private family interment. There will be a reception following the Funeral on Friday at the Eagles Club.
Please feel free to share a memory of Kathleen with her family, sign the on-line guestbook, and view her Video Tribute at www.hofffuneral.com

Tributes

alexandrea wrote on Jun 29, 2008:

"she was a great person"

Troy Donahue wrote on Jun 11, 2008:

"Mike, Nancy, Sandy, Bobby and Colleen, My thoughts and prayers are with you, I wish I would've known, I would've been there. My memories of your mom are the best, she was a great woman. Oh Yeah.... gonna miss her chocolate chip cookies!!! Take care, Troy"

Karen Laganiere wrote on Jun 8, 2008:

"I was so sorry to read about Kathy's passing. I used to work with her and spend alot of time at her home visiting with her and her family. We sure had some good times together. She had such a great sense of humor and always had a smile on her face for everyone. She made me laugh so hard at times. I will never forget the great times we had. I have'nt seen her for years now, but have thought of her often. She will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy to her family. I know you all still have your great memories though. I know I do."

John F. Harding wrote on Jun 8, 2008:

"I remember Kathleen very well. My most fond memories of childhood revolve around Aunt Mary, Uncle Mike, and that big house with all those people. Kathleen was always had a warm welcome, always ready to talk even to little kids like me. I lost touch over the years and reading the above tributes I know that the loss was mine. But I remember Kathleen well. That wonderful smile and twinkle in the eye now are part of heaven's light. Of course, by now, heaven is roaring with laughter."

Lorraine Foster Rings wrote on Jun 7, 2008:

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Jason Jonsgaard wrote on Jun 6, 2008:

"I had A Lot of good times with kathy and collen hanging out at the eastside.Telling stories and having a few.Im going to miss you kathy alot I thought of you as another grandma.You will Always be in my heart and in my mind and never forgotten.Till We Meat agian rest in peace love you And will Always miss you. Jason Lee Jonsgaard."

Sharon Sweazey wrote on Jun 6, 2008:

"I only met Kathleen once but totally enjoyed her conversations. Now she will be with her Grandson Jason and others in her family that God called. My sympathys to the Hundorf family and my you all get that inner strenght to get you through yet another loss. I love you lyn and am very sorry. Love Mom Sweazey"

Vern & Darlene Bartelson wrote on Jun 6, 2008:

"So sorry to hear of your loss. Kathy was a great person. Always had a smile on her face. We extend our sympathy to the whole family. Sorry we weren't able to make it to the funeral. You were in our thoughts & prayers."

Susie Drazkowski wrote on Jun 5, 2008:

"We will remember your mom for her smile that captured everyone. She always had a good story or joke to tell you. Know that she will be in our prayers. Susie & Dave"

Patrick (Pat) Harding wrote on Jun 5, 2008:

"I'm truly going to miss Aunt Gas's sick sense humor and her loud laughter. I cannot add anything that hasn't already been said by my cousin's. She taught us all how to have fun, enjoy life and it was okay to laugh at yourself. She will be missed."

Jan Maroushek wrote on Jun 5, 2008:

"This is for my good friend Kathy Hundorf. Kathy was such a delight I loved her and thought the world of her. She was very special. Whenever I called her to help with the Eagles on any project she did. She was so much fun and I loved partying with her. She will really be missed. Jan"

Deb Christianson wrote on Jun 4, 2008:

"I've enjoyed the get-togethers in Rob & Colleen's garage -- whether it's for a graduation, Derek's marine good-by or the ever fun Packer - Viking challenge.......Colleen's mom was always very pleasant and friendly! Thoughts and prayers are with all your family at this time of such sadness."

Sue Baier (Harding) wrote on Jun 4, 2008:

"Aunt Gas had a great sense of humor, a great loud laugh and a fun Mischievous side that made her very fun to be around. I will miss her very much."

Rose Mary Schaefer and Bill Schaefer wrote on Jun 4, 2008:

"Kathleen was always telling jokes and like to party. She could be found at the center of trouble along with us kids. We picture her with a big smile and then bursting into boisterous laugher. She enjoyed life to the fullest. She will be missed by the entire family."

Tammy Frey (Jonsgaard) wrote on Jun 4, 2008:

"Kathy always had a smile on her face. She would always say Hi whenever I seen her, and always asked how everyone was doing. She was fun to joke with and always had great comebacks. Kathy will be deeply missed by all that knew and loved her. My thoughts are with her family during this time of sadness."

Kim Lisa and Jon Grotjahn wrote on Jun 4, 2008:

"You are in our thoughts and prays we will miss the good times and her laugh but will be able to hold on to some good times and wounderful memories. she will be missed but will forever be remembered"

Kathy (Kathleen) Erickson wrote on Jun 4, 2008:

"I met Kathleen through the Experience Works program. She was always friendly and cheerful. She's the only other "Kathleen" I know, so we had a special connection. She will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family."

Doc and June wrote on Jun 3, 2008:

"Kathy could make anyone laugh and she always had a smile on her face. I loved the way she didn't judge and was an all over fun person to be with. She will be missed!"