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Katharine Kowell Obituary

Kowell, Katharine "Kotch" Went home to be with Jesus on March 30, 2017 at age 91. Survived by the late Maria and Ralph Lusher, the late Sydney (Carolyn) Kowell, Mildred (the late Andrew) Ivan, Olga Kollman, the late Arthur and Eleanor Kowell and many nieces and nephews. She became like family and was a dear friend to Mary-Ann Estacion and Elsie Mason and their extended families Viki (Ralph), Glen (Kathy), Michael (Cheryl), Kevin (Debbie), and David (Kari). Their children and grandchildren were the lights of her life. Her love of sports as a professional ball player herself, a coach and avid fan of all Chicago teams will never be forgotten. Her zest for life, vibrant spirit and generous soul will live on in the hearts of her beloved family and all those fortunate to have known her and loved her. Celebration of Kotchs life will be held at her church the Covenant Church of Schaumburg, 301 N. Meacham on April 8, 2017 at 10:00 a.m., with a luncheon following.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 1, 2017.

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Robin Kollman

March 26, 2020

Miss you, Aunt Kotch
Mike and Robin Kollman

William Lusher

April 9, 2017

To my forever beloved Aunt Kotch....you made me feel special....always....I always looked forward to seeing you even though over the years the times we had were not numerous but always enjoyable and rewarding...I thank you for taking me to Chicago in 1976 to see your life and the city...it always meant a great deal to me..the time we went to the Purdue game at OSU in 1985 was great fun. you got to see a little of my life..The world was a richer place because of your presence. It will never be the same. You have earned your place in heaven. Keep watch over us please..we need it now more than ever... Your loving nephew WilliePoo.

Kathy an Gene Dubray

April 4, 2017

Your the greatest Kotch and will be missed by so many . It was our Blessing to know you. What a bright star you were on earth
Love, Gene an Kathy DuBray

Matthew Dionne

April 3, 2017

Such a cool lady. I'm so glad I got to know her on this side of heaven and I look forward to seeing her again. Goodbye for now Kotch Kowell. See you later baby!❤

April 2, 2017

Aunt Kotch - Baby, you were the greatest! Our hearts smile when we recall all the wonderful and endearing stories we have of you. From teaching your nephew Mike how to play golf, to giving your niece Barb confidence to believe in herself, to teaching us all it's ok to walk around telling ourselves "I'm great!" and believe it, to arm wrestling Mike's high school friends in the basement and letting them think they would win if but for a moment, to talking about your deep belief in Jesus as the savior of the world.
Thank you for your meaningful walk on Earth. Enjoy your homecoming. We will miss you!
So long, world champion.
Mike and Robin Kollman
Libertyville, Il.

Christopher Colón

April 2, 2017

From the Colón famiy, we would like to express our condolences to your family.May God keep her in his glory rest in peace .

David and Althea

April 1, 2017

Dear Mildred and family we are so sorry to hear of your loss and offer our deepest condolences. May the words at 1 Thessalonians 4:14 help comfort you during this difficult time.

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