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Sandra (Gutshall) Kline - September 13, 1942 to April 17, 2021 at 2:05 am
As I have said before, this is very hard to do. Sandy and I have been friends since the day we were born, September 13, 1942. Our parents were friends so growing up we spent alot of time together. As a child I can remember our parents playing cards at different friends houses, as the kids played their own games.on the floor. We made trips together (mostly the moms and kids); with one of the trips being to Niagra Falls. Our parents both had cottages on the Raystown and we spent countless hours swimming with the "Cow Spit" ( the foam that was released daily from the dam. Sandy's Grandmother Mrs Crane was a good cook and I can still see her standing on the big front porch and dressed in a printed dress with an apron and her white hair wrapped with a huge bun. Sandy and I spent time at Stevens School elementary but when junior high came she went to Keith and I went to Roosvelt. We were together during junior high and senior high school where we were majorettes in several baton groups. Our lives went in different directions after graduation, Sandy married David Kline ( my husband is Dave too) and they sure enjoyed the military life. They Lived and traveled to many countries. We have always stayed in touch over the years, especially the last two and half years when she was diagnosed with cancer. Dottie (Slomanson) Olive (classmate) was visiting from Australia and we all met for dinner in State College to celebrate our birthdays. We got to meet Sandy's son Greg, his wife and children. We met Abby (Sandy'sgranddaugter) who is a beautiful little girl and she loved the Beatles. She was the light of the party. We all made plans to travel to VA and spent the weekend together visiting, eating, talking and exploring the area. I will cherish these memories forever. I have walked and prayed for Sandy along her last journey with the cancer. She was so brave and it was not easy.. Without a doubt, I know that Sandy is in the arms of her Lord and Savior right now. I will see you again. Sympathy and Love to the family in this great loss of a beautiful person.
Obituary of Sandra Anne Kline
Sandra Anne "Sandy" Kline, 78, of State College, died on Saturday, April 17, 2021, at home.
Born September 13, 1942, in Altoona, she was the daughter of the late Gerald J. Gutshall and M. Margaret (Crain) Gutshall, who survives. On May 29, 1965 she married David A. Kline.
In addition to her mother and husband, she is also survived by three children; David Cory Kline and his wife Sonja, of Woodbridge, VA, Gregory T. Kline and his wife, Betzi, of State College, and M. LeAnne Kline-Christiansen and her husband, Steen, of Aalborg, Denmark, four siblings; Cheryl McDonald and her husband, Michael, of Kansas City, MO, Erro Gutshall and his wife, Swee, of Altoona, Vernon Gutshall and his wife, Susie, of Hollidaysburg, and Timothy Gutshall and his wife, Stacy, of Altoona, and six grandchildren; Brittany, Rhett, Bradley, Ellen-Sophia, Abigayle, and David.
Sandy graduated from Altoona High School in 1960 and went on to obtain a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education from Penn State University in 1964. She received a Master's degree in Counseling from Biblical Theological Seminary in 1998, which allowed her to work as a self-employed Biblical Counselor.
She is a member of Oakwood Presbyterian Church. She is also a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors, and Essence 2 Gospel Choir. She served as a Board member for three years for the Pregnancy Resource Clinic in State College.
She has coordinated Womens' Ministries in Military Chapels and churches in which she has served in Pocono Mountains, PA and State College, PA. She has been a retreat speaker and teacher of Bible Studies in these venues as well.
Visitation will be from 6 until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at Koch Funeral Home, 2401 S. Atherton Street, State College.
Funeral service will be at 10 a.m., on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at the Oakwood Presbyterian Church, 1865 Waddle Road, State College, with Pastor Daniel Kiehl officiating.
Burial will be in Pine Hall Cemetery of State College.
Memorial contributions can be made to the State College Pregnancy Resource Clinic, 423 S. Pugh St, State College, PA 16801.
Arrangements are under the care of Koch Funeral Home, State College. Online condolences and signing of the guest book may be entered at www.kochfuneralhome.com or visit us on Facebook.
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Visitation at Funeral Home
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Koch Funeral Home: 2401 S. Atherton St. State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Funeral Service
10:00 am Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Oakwood Presbyterian Church
1865 Waddle Rd
State College, Pennsylvania, United States
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C Kay Oswalt (Gaylor)
I am very sad to hear of Sandy's passing. I knew of her cancer diagnosis and prayed God would choose to heal her. However, His plans are better than ours and now she is basking in His love & presence, pain free. Sandy & I lived fairly close to each other & went to Pleasant Valley El together. She then went to Keith JH & I to Roosevelt. We reunited in high school where we had many fun times. I remember Sandy brought her mother to our last reunion. Condolences to her family. Until we meet again, Sandy.Sandra K Lee (Martin)
So sorry to hear of Sandy's passing. Good times at Keith. Our sympathy to her family. Sandy Lee Martin
Darlene W Askey (Zink)
Oh dear dear Sandy!!!! I'm so sorry God chose another way for you to be healed, but I know without a doubt you probably can't stop smiling.
Yes, of course, I remember you from school! You were always so sweet and I admired you in school as well as out.
The life choices you made were so wonderful and I'm sure you blessed many in and out of your profession.
There is a wonderful song and I'd like to write a couple lines for us to remember, because if we could talk to you, you would probably tell us this...
If you could see me now I'm walking streets of gold, if you could see me now you'd know I'm strong and whole, If you could see me now you'd know I've seen HIS face, if you could see me now, you'd never want me to leave this wonderful place...If you could only see me now.
Well dear friend our grief is still very real and will be for a very long time because God received someone we love very much, but I'm sure it won't be long till we meet again!
Love, Blessings and PRAYERS To Your Precious Family!!!!
Darlene
Nicki A Davis (Bibbo)
This is such a great loss. Even though Sandy and I had not maintained contact since graduation from AHS, I have many treasured memories of our times together. Time and distance have made contact difficult, but the memories are invaluable.
Nicki
Albert J Holtzinger II
I first met Sandy when we were in fourth grade together at Pleasant Valley Elementary. She and her family lived in Pleasant Village near the Vets Hospital and I would ride my pony from my house along south 22nd St. to her home on Duff Drive. I've enclosed the link to her funeral service, which was very moving. The link will be up today (Wednesday, April 21) and then moved to the church's website archives. God has called one of his saints home. It was His blessing to me for having known Sandy. Here's the link - http://oakwoodpca.org/live/.
Jeffrey C Dietze
I have known Sandy since 5th grade at Pleasant Valley Elementary. We became good friends then and continued our friendship in high school. She was a great friend and Ann and I restablished our friendship with Sandy and Dave as we met several times in Williamsburg with other classmates. I have talked with her many times since, especially after her diagnosis. She was a very positive person and her loss is really difficult for us to accept. We met Sandy and Dave and part of her family as they visited in Woodbridge. We also enjoyed catching up at reunions-one time with her mom. Our condolences go to Sandy's family and our prayers will continue for her as she finally rests in peace. Obviously, Sandy was a great friend to a lot of us and we join all of her friends and family as we mourn her loss.
Marlene M Farrow (Johnson)
I was saddened to learn of Sandy passing. She was a dear friend and I have many fond memories. My deepest sympathy to her family . May her memory be eternal.
James M Loy
So very sad to hear of Sandy's passing. I guess we often think the "It's a blessing" line when our dear ones in significant pain pass ... but the shock remains pretty pervasive. My mom taught 5th grade at Pleasant Valley and that was where I first met Sandy. Our last time together was a visit she and Dave made to our home with the Dietzes, Hess's and Bentons. A great time together enjoying the growing up tales. Sandy had that wonderful ability to make everyone around her comfortable in the moment. She must have been an excellent counselor to help her clients think through issues and find solutions. Special people like Sandy get a quick pass through the Pearly Gates. Thankfully, She is now at peace.
Donna J Corbin (King)
I was so saddened to hear of Sandy's passing. She was always a bright star in any setting who could make us all feel good about ourselves. Condolences to Dave and all of Sandy's family. She will be missed.
Donna {Corbin} King
Arlene A Wales (Weymer)
It saddens me to hear of Sandy's passing as we went to PL.Valley Elementary School and was good friends, she went to Keith and I went to Roosevelt and we caught up with eachother in Altoona High Schooland enjoyed being together and lost contact after graduation. My sympathies go out to her family and she will be missed