BORN

1952

DIED

2014

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Papillion, Nebraska

Cathy Carpenter Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 25, 2014.

Cathy J. Carpenter
Jan, 25, 1952 - Feb, 22, 2014
Of LaVista
Cathy was born January 25, 1952, to Harry and June Woehrle in Lexington, NE. She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church of Lexington, and graduated from Lexington High School. On August 26, 1978, she married Greg Carpenter and to this union three children were born. Cathy was an active member of First Lutheran Church in Papillion.
Preceded in death by father: Harry Woehrle, Twin Sons: Ricky & Rodger , and their father Gordon Rupe.
After sixty two years and twenty eight days, God called her soul to himself at home on February 22, in LaVista.
Cathy is survived by Husband: Greg. Children & Spouses: Diana & George Bender, Omaha. Meagan & Craig Nelson, Omaha. Phillip & Keri Carpenter, Fayetteville, NC. Grandchildren: Xander, Bryanna, Sierra, Caleb. Mother: June Woehrle, Lexington, NE. Sister & Brother in Law: Vicki & Hal Lux, Lexington, NE. Brother & Sister in Law: Brad & Rael Woehrle, Elwood, NE Many Nieces, Nephews and other family and friends.
Funeral Services Thursday 10:00 am First Lutheran Church, Papillion. Interment: Cedar Dale Cemetery, Papillion. Visitation: Wed 1-8 pm. At mortuary. Memorials directed to the Church.
Arrangements under the direction of Kahler Dolce Mortuary, Papillion, NE.

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February 19, 2024

Family

Kimberly Kobrin

Well it´s been 11 years since I said goodbye. Miss you everyday. I bet you and mom are up there laughing at all of us. One day we will be all together.

February 19, 2019

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Krystal siems

Cathy I think of you everyday and especially when I talk about my older kids and Japan / Okinawa I really miss those days. I hope Heaven is everything you expected and more. I love and miss you continue to be an Spirit angel especially to your kids and grandkids Love Kris

March 22, 2015

kayla tigani

Forever missed and always in our hearts! Rest in peace

May 29, 2014

Jan Noble

Only a few months have passed. I so miss your voice, laughter and SPIRIT.
I know you are in a peaceful, beautiful place and was joyously received and that alone gives me peace. Always in my heart and treasure our memories together growing up. Your cousin and mostly your friend. I know you are with me. Jani

February 28, 2014

Mary Balcom

Sorry for your loss. Am praying for God to bring you peace each day. Mary Ellen Kleint Balcom. - class of LHS 1970

February 28, 2014

So sorry to hear about Cathy's passing. She was a sweet spirit who took care of the documenting the family reunions and photographing the great times we had. She will be missed by all. Deb Kupper

February 28, 2014

Paula Harris

I am so sorry for your family. Cathy was such a nice person and I enjoyed seeing her at bowling. God Bless!

February 27, 2014

My prayers go out to the family,Cathy's smile would brighten every thing ,She will be missed. Sue( Spegel ) Young

February 26, 2014

xander and bryanna bender

Your smile will be missed, but you will live on through the many great memories we all have of you. Love you always grandma.

February 26, 2014

Meagan & Craig,
We're all thinking of you at this difficult time. May the wonderful memories of your mom keep your spirits up.
Your friends at Nebraska Medical Center, Financial Counseling.
Susan, Amy, Brandy, Kathy, Diana, Diane, Amanda and Lisa.

February 26, 2014

Jennifer White

Oh I am Lost for words Cathy was a joy to have met at bowling and she always had a way to get me to cool off when I was upset I learned alot from her and she will never be forgotten I am so sorry Greg and Family of this horrible loss. I am glad I could call her my FRIEND god bless all of you.

February 26, 2014

Kimberly kobrin

Dear mom, how I remember when you would hug me and tell me that everything is going to be okay. No matter what I was going through you were always there to listen and help me through the tough times. Even though you have gone to heaven to be with Jesus I will always keep you in my heart and remember all the good times we had. I will see you in Heaven one day and give you hug and tell you that I love you.

February 25, 2014

Kayla Tigani

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mom will forever be missed! She is now an angel in heaven taken way to early! Love you all!!!

February 25, 2014

krystal siems

Cathy you were a second mom to me for 4 1/2 yrs after Okinawa you continued to be my friend/mother even though I was back state side the last few years I only spoke to you a few times and I now feel so much guilt but I know you would tell me its ok Kris I love you .. I love you Cathy and will never forget any of your kind gestures..I know you will always watch over us...thanks for helping deliver my second childvalways a fond memory .....love and prayers to Greg Diana Meagan Phillip and all the extended family.

February 25, 2014

Steve and Debi Branecki

To all of Cathy's Family our heartfelt condolences. Remember that someday you will be together again. Until that day let all of your memories cradle and comfort you. She will be sorely missed by so many. Steve and Debi Branecki.

February 25, 2014

Norma Baker

BAKER ,Norma and family

February 25, 2014

Thomas Ray

From Okinawa till the present I have always considered you my second mom. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. We will all miss you. I love you mom.

February 25, 2014

Danielle (Woehrle) Dickman

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

February 25, 2014

Kristy Boone

Cathy has always had words of inspiration for whoever needed them. She also had a way of telling you when she thought you were not making a wise decision and I will always love her for that. She was a true angel on Earth and now she is flying with the Angels in Heaven. I will always remember when we took country line dancing lessons together and playing darts every week. She will always be in my heart and she has left legacies that will carry on her wisdom. I will forever miss her and our talks, and my deepest sympathy to all of her family. I was lucky enough to watch her kids grow into beautiful adults. We had lost touch for a little while and I am truly saddened that she is gone, before we really had a chance to catch up. Cathy will forever be an Angel in my eyes and one of the greatest friends I have had the pleasure of knowing. I love you Cathy and may you be in peace and pain free now.

February 25, 2014

Amber VanOeveren

Thank you so much for instantly making me feel like a member of your family all those years ago. I have been so blessed to call you "Mom" and a friend. I promise to look in on "Dad" every now and again and to continue being Meagan's bestie cause I know she'll need me more than ever now. I miss you so much already but I know you will always be watching over all of us. Love you so much.

February 25, 2014

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss. May you draw strength from your precious memories and those close to you.

February 25, 2014

craig nelson

I had very little time with you as my mother in law but the love you showed me will last a lifetime. Love you mom, you are the best!

February 25, 2014

We were sorry to hear of our cousin Cathy's passing. Our prayers are with you.
Linda (Woehrle) and Paul Christensen, Broomfield CO

February 25, 2014

Cindy Zimmerman

So sorry to hear of your loss. The Thursday Thrillers bowling league misses Cathy on Thursday nights at Wildcat, and I will miss traveling to tournaments and rooming with her. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of sorrow. Cindy Zimmerman - Papillion

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