Kathleen Anne Emmel Obituary
We bid farewell to Kathleen Anne Emmel of Ames, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 25, 2024 at the age of 80. Kathleen touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Kathleen Anne Emmel to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Kathleen may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Gertrude A. Hays and Rex D. Hays. She is survived by: her spouse Gayle Emmel; her brothers, Darrell and Stanley Hays; her children, Erica K. Welu (Mike) and Geoffrey C. Emmel (Michelle); and her grandchildren, Courtney Welu, Jessica Welu, Marcus Emmel and Sydney Emmel.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Augustana University School of Music, Mary Greeley Hospice, or the Ames Public Library.
