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Doris Van Garsse Obituary
Doris Mae Van Garsse, 85, of Mission, passed away Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at her home with her loving husband and family by her side. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 29 at St. Pius X Catholic Church; 5500 Woodson; Mission, Kansas. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Saturday at the church; a rosary will be prayed at 9:45 a.m. Burial will follow Mass at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery in Lenexa. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the church or to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society; 6811 Shawnee Mission Parkway; Mission, KS 66202. Doris was born March 30, 1927 to the late John and Elizabeth Burke in Chicago, Illinois. On September 24, 1949 Doris married Leopold Van Garsse in Chicago, Illinois, and they moved to Mission, KS in 1956. Doris was an active member of St. Pius X Catholic Church where she was a member of St. Bernadette's Women's Circle and was active with the St. Pius PTO for over 50 years and served as a Eucharistic Minister. Doris worked as a Secretary for the Archdiocese of Kansas City, Kansas for over 17 years. She was a very loving and caring person and enjoyed volunteering her time with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Doris was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her greatest legacy was her family, and she loved putting on "Command Performances" that were mandatory for all family members. She never missed a Christmas morning with her children and grandchildren. On St. Patrick's Day the family home was filled with the smell of Doris's traditional Irish meal of corned beef and cabbage, and turkey and stuffing on Thanksgiving Day. She is preceded in death by her son John Edward Van Garsse in 1961. Doris is survived by her loving husband Lee, of 63 years; four sons, James J. Van Garsse and wife Karen; Joseph P. Van Garsse and wife Lisa; Jason L. Van Garsse and wife Anne; William F. Scott and wife Carolyn; five daughters; Jane M. Pickett and husband Timothy; Jean E. Hillmer and husband Reid; Jody Horn and husband David; Julie A. Hosty and husband Thomas; Jill C. Hosty and husband Brian; 14 grandsons, Ryan J. Van Garsse; Timothy A. Pickett, IV and wife Jennifer; Jeremy P. Pickett; Ryan B. Pickett; Eric M. Hillmer; Mark A. Hillmer; Paul J. Hillmer; Jeffrey B. Horn; Daniel P. Horn; Thomas C. Hosty, Jr.; Jonathan C. Hosty; Liam J. Hosty, Brian C. Hosty, Jr.; Simeon M. Scott; 11 granddaughters, Jessica L. Van Garsse; Elizabeth M. Brady and husband Ryan; Emma L. Hillmer; Eileen R. Horn; Mary Kate Hosty; Elizabeth J. Hosty; Catherine L. Van Garsse; Julia E. Van Garsse; Caroline M. Van Garsse; Lauren N. Scott, Keely R. Scott; two great grandsons, Timothy A. Pickett, V; Liam M. Brady; and one great granddaughter, Mya L. Pickett. Condolences may be left at www.amosfamily.com (Amos Family Funeral Home and Crematory 913-631-5566)
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September 30, 2012
Lee and all the family -- So sorry to hear of Doris's passing. We have many fond memories of her. Sincerely Jess and Billee Driver, Green Valley, Az
Sheila (Hann) Gerber
September 29, 2012
Sending thoughts and prayers to your entire family. I have many fond and joyous memories of all of our Walmer neighbors. Such a blessing to have grown up in a loving and safe neighborhood with people as wonderful and gracious as Doris & Lee and the entire family. Love to you all.
Gary Hann
September 28, 2012
Van Garsse Family--Deepest sympathy to you. I have lots of wonderful memories of such a sweet lady. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Sherri Hann Johnson
September 28, 2012
. We were so blessed to have Lee & Doris and the kids as our Walmer neighnors! Love you all
Trish Arnold
September 28, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Heaven gained an awesome new angel. Our prayers are with you.
Kim and Evelyn Cline
September 28, 2012
To the Van Garsse family: Mom and I are terribly sorry for your loss. Your mother was a strong individual and always always had that beautiful smile on her face. We are honored to have known her in our lives. God bless the family.
September 28, 2012
Van Garsse's - thinking about all of you and praying that you find peace and comfort. Your Mom was a wonderful person and the world will miss her.
Kathe Houston
Donna Nowak Stewart
September 28, 2012
To the Van Garsee family - So sorry for your loss. I remember her as a kind and loving person - as a child - always welcomed in your home. You are all very fortunate to have had her in your life. She will be in my prayers.
Don and Elaine Webb
September 28, 2012
Keeping your family in our prayers. May God bless you and comfort you at this time and always.
Karen O'Connor
September 28, 2012
To the entire Van Garsse Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved mother, Doris.
Larry Volker
September 28, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Van Garsse family. May God bring you special blessings during this difficult time.
Karen Meinert
September 28, 2012
To the entire Van Garsse family,
May you find peace and comfort in your memories. God Bless you all. Your mother was truley and angel on earth.
Sincerely, Karen (Kilgore) Meinert
Susan Lazzo
September 28, 2012
Julie, please accept my condolences on the loss of your mother. She sounds and I am sure was terrific. Your family will be in my prayers.
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