Katherine "Kathy" Von Kanel

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Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
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West Helena, AR  72390
Wednesday, May 19, 2021
1:00 p.m.
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508 Plaza Street
West Helena, AR  72390
Wednesday, May 19, 2021
2:00 p.m.
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Sunset Memorial Park
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West Helena, AR  72390

Katherine "Kathy" Von Kanel

of Lexa, AR

February 16, 1957 - May 14, 2021

Katherine Von Kanel, age 64, of Lexa, Arkansas passed away on Friday, May 14, 2021. She was born February 16, 1957 in Michigan City, Indiana to Betty Chism Inebnit and the late Amos Chism. Katherine was a member of Fourth Street Baptist in West Helena, Arkansas. She loved gardening, yardwork and camping.

She is survived by one son, Wesley Von Kanel of Sardis, Mississippi; two daughters, Amber Kilpatrick (Justin) and Victoria Camp (Dustin) both of Lexa, Arkansas; six grandchildren, Anthony Reynolds, Justin ''Jug'' Kilpatrick, Tyler Von Kanel, Kennedy Kilpatrick, Austin Camp, Kaylee Von Kanel; two great grandchildren; Ashlyn Kilpatrick and Riley Kilpatrick; a host of other family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her father, Amos Chism; husband; Herbert Von Kanel, brother, David Chism; sister, Ginger Atkins.

A funeral service for Mrs. Kathy Von Kanel will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Helena. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. until service time. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena. Brother Lance Madden will officiate.

Pallbearers are Anthony Reynolds, Justin ''Jug'' Kilpatrick, Tyler Von Kanel, Wesley Von Kanel, Dustin Camp and Justin Kilpatrick.

Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.


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Bubba & Betty Laxson
West Helena, AR
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Wednesday, May 19, 2021

May God grant each Family member and Friends peace that passeth all understanding 🙏🤔♥️♥️

Rita Brocato
Lexa, AR
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Wednesday, May 19, 2021

I am so sorry to hear about Kathy. She was so sweet and kind. We worked together at the hospital and I haven't seen her in years. I will keep the family in my thoughts and prayers

Kaye Ferebee
Poplar Grove, AR
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Wednesday, May 19, 2021

I just want you to know I love you each and every one and sorry to hear about Kathy. I know how much she will be missed and as soon as I get back home I will be there to see you. Love you Kaye

Tony and Paulette Cole
Houston, TX
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Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Don and Norma and families Our thoughts and prayers for all of you .

Camille Schafer
Horn Lake, MS
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Tuesday, May 18, 2021

You guys are in our thoughts and prayers!

Kelly Baty Jones
Marianna, AR
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Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Prayers for all of you. I can't imagine the pain you are feeling. In time, I hope knowing she is at peace now with our Lord and Savior will give you some comfort.

Love,
Scott, Kelly, Mary-Kate & Baty

Susan Heidelberger
Lexa, AR
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Tuesday, May 18, 2021

So sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. She was a classmate of mine. My prayers are with her family at this difficult time🙏🏼🙏🏼

Richard and Patsy Shadrick.
Chattanooga, TN
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Monday, May 17, 2021

We are so sorry to hear about Kathy. She was so much fun to be around, be it at work, play or the old dance club that was in West Helena. Are Prayers are with each of you.





















Sydney Oberle
West Helena, AR
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Monday, May 17, 2021

Amber, Vicky, Wesley and grandchildren,

I’m so sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing.
She is in God’s hands now!
Love to all,
Sydney & Bud Oberle

DALE AND PAM BROWN
West Helena, AR
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Monday, May 17, 2021

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Dale and Pam Brown