Katherine L. Combs Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Katherine L. Combs, 92, of Coloma passed away peacefully, surrounded by her children and grandchildren, on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2015 at the South Haven Hospital. A service celebrating her life will be held at a later date and cremation has taken place. Memorials may be made to the Humane Society. Arrangements are by the Davidson Chapel of Florin Funeral Service in Coloma. Please share memories, messages or photos at www.florin.net. Katherine was born on June 23, 1923 in Bono, Arkansas to George and Luda Crider. She married the love of her life, Jess Combs, on March 1, 1941 and he preceded her in death on Jan. 9, 1968. Katherine retired from Paramount Die Cast Co. in 1988 after 25 years of employment. After her retirement she was an In-Home Care Giver for more than 10 years. Work was an important part of her life. Katherine was devoted to her husband and her family throughout her life. She also put others before herself. Katherine was dearly loved by all who knew her, especially her family. Katherine was very special to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be missed. She is survived by her children, Brenda Roe of Sun City, FL, Jack Combs of Coloma, Beverly (Don) Zwar of Watervliet and Lori (Roger) Boodt of Benton Harbor; her sisters, Opal Henderson of St. Louis, MO, Patsy Taylor of Monette, AR, and Norma Harry of Pearl, MS; and her numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her sons, Jerry Combs and Phillip Combs; her sisters, Mabel Henderson, Mary Lou Warren, and Dovie Downey; her brother, George Crider; and her long-time partner, Albert Noack.

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Katherine L. Combs

June 23, 1923 - September 22, 2015