Photo of Kathy (center) at the 55th CLHS Class of '62 Reunion taken by Bob Gugel.
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 KATHRYN LOUiSE DOWDEN, 73, of Fort Wayne, died peacefully in her home on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018. Kathryn was born July 5, 1944, a daughter of Oscar and Elda Albers. She grew up in Fort Wayne, attended Concordia High School and worked for North American Van Lines. She was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Surviving are her mother, Elda Albers; children, Natalie (Barry) Pyle and Stephanie (James) Zeser; grandchildren, Nate, Ben and Noah Pyle and Kate, Lili and Christian Zeser; siblings, Jane (Tom) Fields, Christine (Dan) Tews, Gretchen (Terry) Brieninger, Teresa (Denny) Hockemeyer, David (Jill) Albers and Dan Albers; and many nieces,, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Oscar Albers. A private family memorial service was held per Kathryn's wishes. Memorials in her honor may be made to Ft. Wayne Visiting Nurse/Hospice or the ASPCA. Arrangements by Midwest Funeral Home & Cremation Society. |
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Robert Gugel
So saddened upon hearing of the loss of Kathy, but rejoicing that I was able to see her one last time at the 55th. I have known Kathy since childhood as we were next door neighbors and both of our fathers were teachers at Bethlehem. I remember her as a uniquely special person who marched to the beat of a different drum. Not surprisingly she was at the reunion stylishly dressed in one of her many creations. We all miss and love you, Kathy. May you rest in peace in the arms of our Savior.
Sandy McDougall
So sorry to read about the passing of Kathy. We started in Kindergarten through 8th grade at Bethlehem together and were always friends. Kathy was a very friendly and kind person. She had many amazing talents and gifts. Not always easy to have her father teaching at Bethlehem. For many years, Kathy sang beautifully in Bethlehem's choir. Have a wonderful time in heaven, Kathy! Your friend, Sandy
Sandra Beyer (Killila)
Well, Granny, it's been a year. Still impossible to believe you're gone. You were my oldest, best, zaniest, smartest, green thumbiest, best dressed, and most thoughtful friend my whole life. You had 50 white blouses and an equal number of plants. You liked coming to my house because "your stuff is where you left it." I liked your house because of the orderly chaos. We both loved Johnny Mathis and would have run off with him if asked. Gotta' stop this.