Larry Kabat, Age 88, Passed Away on Tuesday, June 28, 2011, Following a Long Illness
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KABAT, Larry Kabat (Abstracted by courtesy of Greene Publishing, Madison, Florida Jul 6th, 2011) Larry Kabat, age 88, passed away on Tuesday, June 28, 2011, following a long illness. Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Sara, and a daughter, Georgianna Kabat. He is survived by a son, Bill (Carol); two grandchildren, Linda Kabat, and Jason Kabat (Cindy); and two great-grandchildren, Owen Kabat and Abagail Kabat. Larry was a member of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, a member of the Madison Lion’s Club, a member of the American Legion and a mentor in the Madison County Schools. During World War II he served in the 5th Army Air Corps. Final services will be in Fosterdale, New York. KACZMAREK, Loretta Ann Kaczmarek (Abstracted from information received from Beggs Funeral Home) Loretta Ann Kaczmarek, age 79 passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2014 at Marshall Health and Rehabilitation Center in Perry, FL. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Herman and Angela Housler. She was a homemaker. Ms. Kaczmarek is survived by 1 son Martin Kaczmarek of Naples, FL and 1 daughter Lois (Arlan) Spoto of Myrtle Beach, SC. KAHLER, Ruth Chamberlain Kahler (Abstracted from the Tallahassee Democrat on June 12, 2017) Valdosta artist Ruth Chamberlain Kahler, Associate Professor Emeritus of Art at Valdosta State University (VSU), died peacefully and quietly on 6/5/2017 at Fellowship Home with several members of her beloved family at her side. Many more of her family were able to say their good-byes before she died. As another family member said upon hearing the news, "Although I'm glad of it, I must say I'm surprised she went 'quietly into the night'. It just doesn't seem her style!" Ruth was anything but ordinary. Ruth was born in Augusta, Maine March 2, 1918 to Joseph and Leila Hutchins Chamberlain. She had an older sister, Catherine Chamberlain McCraw and a brother Richard J. Chamberlain, both of whom preceded her in death. Her brother-in-law Gordon McCraw and sister-in-law Hilda B. Chamberlain, whom she loved like siblings, also preceded her. Art = Ruth. As a child in first grade, Mrs. Kahler drew beautiful pictures of girls and sold them for a penny. Ruth was so good at art that in the 1930's as a young 16 year old girl she was accepted and attended the Moore College of Art and Design in Philadelphia on a full scholarship. In the 1960's, she earned both a Bachelor's and a Master's in art at Florida State University. She then taught art at Leon High School in Tallahassee before moving to Valdosta to teach at VSU in the art department for many years until she retired. She was also a member of Phi Kappa Phi and The National Honor Society. Professor Kahler's art experiences included fashion illustration in Washington DC and Baltimore, teacher, painter, art critic and weaver. She conducted workshops and museum tours in the United States and Europe. Mrs. Kahler exhibited many places in the Southeast. Her paintings and fiber constructions hang in homes, professional offices and public buildings in Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Texas, and California. Ruth was a member of First Christian Church, the Valdosta Arts Commission Guild, and the D.A.R. as well as being honored by the D.A.R as Woman of the Year in 2015. Ruth traveled extensively in the United States and abroad. She was called by those who knew her, a "Collector of People" because she lovingly collected people worldwide beginning with the Marcel Gouge family in France, Tom & Pat Dowthwaite of England, and Gretta O'Rourke of Ireland. These people visited and traveled with our Ruthie often in the USA and she visited and traveled with them overseas. The people that she "collected" are far too many to name, but friends of her children, of her many nieces & nephews, of her grandchildren, of her friends friends, caregivers…well, the list is endless. Suffice to say she was adored as Ruth, as Auntie Woofie, as Ruthie, as Skippy, Mom II, as the Queen Mum, as well as Mrs. Kahler…the teacher of many. To say that she also inspired other artists would be an understatement! The palette of the world is filled with more color because of this amazing woman. She painted her last painting just 3 days before her death. Ruth is survived by two sons and a daughter: Fred Kahler (Karen) of Shreveport, LA; David Kahler (Jane) of Apopka, FL; and Janice K. Smith (Andy) of Valdosta, GA; grandchildren: Michael Sheffield (Cris) of Valdosta, Drew Smith of Atlanta, Kahler Ruth Smith of Valdosta GA, Angie Kahler (Ngawang Jamchen) of Armidale, Australia, Tavis Kahler (Jessica) of Apopka FL, Jamie Hendrix (Caroline) of Shreveport, Kristen Mosura (Michael) of Bossier City, Chad Hendrix (Karen) of Blanchard, and Katy Le Bauve of Lake Charles LA, as well as 14 great grandchildren; and 9 nieces and nephews including Leila McCraw Shuffler of Tallahassee, who adored her as a second Mom. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Valdosta State University Foundation College of the Arts for an art student scholarship; to First Christian Church, 1905 N Patterson St, Valdosta, GA 31602; to the Turner Center For The Arts, 527 N Patterson St, Valdosta, GA 31601; or to a charity of your choice. Services will be Sunday June 18th, at the First Christian Church (address above) in Valdosta. The family will receive visitors in the Fellowship Hall and Ruth's Celebration of Life will be in the Sanctuary. Bring nothing but love and memories to share. Life simply will not be the same without her presence. KAILIMAI, Mary Elizabeth Bowers Kailimai (Abstracted from the 6 October 2015 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) 1 Mary Elizabeth Bowers Kailimai, age 64, of Homeland, passed away Monday (Oct. 5, 2015) in Jacksonville, FL. She was born Aug. 5, 1951 in Folkston to the late Earl Cleveland Bowers and Veronica Reed Bowers. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Hilliard, FL. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Harold Hodges, and a sister, Nina Alexander. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, James Awana Kailimai; 2 children, Jamie Kailimai and Marcy (Adam) Chism; 3 grandchildren, Morgan Lokelani Kailimai, Taylor Kai Flora and Brock Kaeo Chism; 6 sisters, Carolyn Edwards, Rose Pritchard, Annette Todd, Sylvia Frankovick, Vivian Smith and Rose Rowe; and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. The funeral will be held Wednesday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Hilliard, FL. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Hilliard, FL. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard Funeral Home in Folkston. KALINOWSKI, Kenneth Ivan Kalinowski (Abstracted from information courtesy of Joe P. Burns Funeral Homes, Perry, FL Mayo, FL, and Madison, FL, 11 March 2018) Ken Kalinowski of Ashtabula, Ohio passed away Sunday, March 11th, 2018 at the age of 87. He has lived in Jasper, FL for the last 36 years. He loved fishing, building and tinkering with machines. He was the oldest of ten children. He is preceded in death by his mother and father, William and Lillian Kalinowski, two brothers Laddie and Larry Kalinowski and his son Greg Kalinowski. He leaves behind three brothers, Dale Kalinowski, William (Linda) Kalinowski, and Danny Kalinowski of Ashtabula, Ohio; four sisters: Winona Kotnik, McAlpin, FL; Ester (Desmond) Scott, Jasper, FL, Darla (Doug) Howell and Betty (Danny) McKee of Ashtabula, Ohio; six of his seven children: Jim Shinault of Olympia, WA, Terry (Nancy) Kalinowski of Ashtabula, Ohio, Sue (Tony) Kindoll of Lake Park, GA, Kenneth (Ruby) Kalinowski of Jasper, FL, Mardel Kalinowski widow of his son Greg of Alamogordo, NM, Mark (Lea Anne) Kalinowski of Perry, FL, and Shelly (Tony) Bowen of Live Oak, FL, 17 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. The family is planning a private service at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: Haven Hospice 6037 US 90 Lake City, FL 32055 in memory of Kenneth Kalinowski. KALLAY, Ann Willis Kallay (Abstracted from the November 4, 2013 Waycross, GA Journal Herald Newspaper) Ann Willis Kallay passed away Oct. 28, 2013 after a sudden illness. She is survived by her devoted husband of 61 years, Eugene “Wynn” Kallay I; her children, Laura Brill, Gwen Manto, Wynn Kallay II and Carole Guzman; and 17 beloved grandchildren, Tom Brill, Gretchen Brill, Robert Brill, Jim Brill, Kallay Cutler, Taylor Cutler, Ann Manto, Anna Kate Moeller, Willis Kallay, Miles Anderson, Finn Anderson, Arthur Kallay, Stella Kallay, Alex Guzman, Victoria Guzman, Juliana Guzman and Jack Guzman. She was a long-time member of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church where she served on the session, was chairwoman of the mission committee and taught Sunday School. She was an avid bridge player, and, in the minds of many people, a master. She also danced a mean jitterbug. Her most admirable quality was to care for others. A memorial service will be held Saturday at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 4882 LaVista Road, Tucker. KAMAN, Karl Steve Kaman (Abstracted from information received from John Bullard, 1 July 2017) Mr. Karl Steve Kaman, age 80, passed away June 29, 2017 in Madison, Florida following an extended illness. Karl was born April 27, 1937 in South Bend, IN to Mr. Frank Steve Kaman and Mrs. Goldie Bodnar Kaman. Karl honorably served our country in the United States Navy during the Korean War and retired as a Petty Officer 1st Class Communications officer after 20 years of service.