Patricia E. Kuepker

Patricia E. Kuepker

Patricia E. Kuepker, 72, of Sumner, died Thursday, January 8, 2015, at the Hillcrest Home in Sumner.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 13, 2015, at St. John Lutheran Church in Sumner with Rev. Susan Friedrich officiating. Interment will be at Union Mound Cemetery in Sumner. Friends may call from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday, January 12^th at Becker-Milnes Funeral Home in Sumner and for one hour preceding services at the church on Tuesday. Memorials may given in her name to the Sumner Public Library.

Patricia Eileen, daughter of Velmar and Dellora (Oltrogge) Foss, was born November 23, 1942, at Oelwein, Iowa. She was baptized December 20, 1942, at Evangelical Lutheran Church in Oelwein and confirmed March 25, 1956, at St. John Lutheran Church in Sumner. Pat received her education in the Sumner Schools, graduating from Sumner High School in 1960. On June 12, 1960, she was united in marriage with Phillip W. Kuepker at St. John Lutheran Church in Sumner. Pat was a longtime librarian at the Sumner Public Library, assisted her husband with a clothing store they owned and operated, provided daycare for children in Sumner, and worked at the Tripoli Nursing Home. Pat enjoyed bowling and playing golf.

She is survived by two daughters, Kathie (Kim) Diemer of Hawkeye and Kristie ( Mark) Reed of Sumner; six grandchildren, Matt (Sandy) Wickman, Katie and Kyle Diemer, and Chuck, Mike, and Joe Reed; one great-granddaughter, Emily Wickman; and one brother Mike (Connie) Foss of Cedar Rapids.

Pat was preceded in death by her husband, Phil, who died February 20, 2002; a daughter, Konnie; her parents; and a brother, Steve.

Gordon & Nancy Garrett on May 1, 2015 at 4:05 PM said:

My dear Patrica: I'm sorry for your family's loss. We were close at one time and time just keeps on going... and we lose friends along life's path.. You were so good to me. Thank you and you will always be in my heart til we meet again. Love Nancy and Gordon

Evelyn Burchfield on January 12, 2015 at 3:55 PM said:

I only helped a little in Patricia's care at Hillcrest, but I want you to know I am sorry for your loss and am praying for you.

Gretchen (Gitch) Warkentin on January 12, 2015 at 11:20 AM said:

Kristie, Kathie and family: I was so sorry to read about your mom's passing. She touched the lives of many, especially the children she provided day care for. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Diane Weltner & Wendall Kueker on January 12, 2015 at 8:51 AM said:

Kathie, Kristie & Family, We would like to express our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. Cherish the memories of her that you hold most dear and keep them close to your heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Dean and Judy Zupke on January 12, 2015 at 8:23 AM said:

Our sympathy to all of Pat's family, she was a delightful lady to know. Our thoughts and prayers to you at this time.

David Kuepker on January 12, 2015 at 7:41 AM said:

I am so sorry for your loss. I was in the same class as pat, and tour Dad was my cousin. We has a Lot of fun together with our mutual friends. God bless you both and Michael. David

Pastor John and Sharon on January 12, 2015 at 6:47 AM said:

Kathie, Kristie and families,
We were so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. She was a very funny lady. We had good talks at the library.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Pat Pitlick Family on January 11, 2015 at 6:47 PM said:

Very sorry for your loss. Sending big hugs your way. Thinking and praying for your family.

Lisa (Severson) Levendusky on January 11, 2015 at 2:51 PM said:

So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Cherish the wonderful memories and she will live on in your heart. Take care.

Marilyn & John Christensen on January 11, 2015 at 7:57 AM said:

We are sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She had a great sense of humor and I loved talking to her. So many will miss her!

Doug and Becky Johnson on January 10, 2015 at 4:41 PM said:

Kathie and Kristi,

Sorry to hear of the lost of your mom! My thoughts and prayers are with you both and your families. Have a lot of great memories and a lot of fun time with your parents and Konnie. Sympathy to all of you.

Denise Dettmer on January 10, 2015 at 4:34 PM said:

Kathie, Kristie and families,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Sandy Jaschen on January 10, 2015 at 2:10 PM said:

Kathie, Kristy and families,
Dave and I send our sympathy and thoughts to all of you. We had fun times with your parents when we lived there. I have enjoyed visiting with your Mom whenever we were together. She will be missed by so many and just know we will all carry special memories in our hearts.
Dave and Sandy Jaschen

Mike and Nancy Petersen on January 10, 2015 at 9:11 AM said:

Thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers. Loved her sense of humor!

Lisa Oberbroeckling on January 9, 2015 at 12:05 PM said:

Kathy and Kristie, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. I have so many fond memories of when we were young. Prayers to the both of you and your families.

Kathy, Kristie, and Family's on January 9, 2015 at 11:21 AM said:

Sorry to hear the death of your Mother. Pat and Phil (my Cousin) had a lot of laughter and fun times together when we were young and lived in Sumner. Pat was always a fun person to visit with. But we know she is going to a better place. Doris and Paul Niewoehner

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