Kathleen A (Ptacek) Anderson

kathleen (ptacek) anderson

August 11, 1937 ~ January 29, 2023

Born in: Cedar Rapids, IA
Resided in: Elma, IA

Kathleen A. (Ptacek) Anderson, age 85, of Lourdes, IA passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 29, 2023 at Arbor Gardens Memory Care in Eyota, MN.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, February 3, 2023 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Lourdes, IA with Fr. Tom Heathershaw celebrating the mass. Burial will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 PM on Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Conway-Markham Funeral Home in Elma with a 3:30 PM  Rosary.  Visitation will continue at the church one hour prior to the funeral mass on Friday.  Online condolences may be left at www.conwaymarkham.com.  Memorials may be directed to the family.

Kathleen Ann was born August 11, 1937, the daughter of Norman and Olivia (Krogman) Roberson in Cedar Rapids, IA.  As a small child the Roberson family returned to the Jerico area where Kathleen attended and graduated from New Hampton High School.  On June 5, 1956, shortly after graduation, Kathleen married her high school sweetheart, Raymond Ptacek.  The couple settled on a farm near Schley, IA where they welcomed five children, Dale, Mark, Sharon, Andrew, and Dave.  As her children left the home, Kathleen grew her cake decorating business and eventually went to work at Jack and Jill in Cresco, IA for nearly 25 years.  She also sang with Raymond in a Polka Band.  They began playing at Polka masses and eventually grew to playing at other venues.  Kathleen lost Raymond after 37 years of marriage when he passed away on April 18, 1993.  She later met Ronald Anderson and the couple was united in marriage on March 23, 1996.  They would make their home on Ronald’s farm in rural Lawler until they moved to New Hampton.  Ronald passed away on January 19, 2014.  After his passing Kathleen remained close with his children.  In 2018, Kathleen moved to Eyota to be closer to her daughter, Sharon as her own health declined.

She was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.  Kathleen enjoyed quilting, gardening and canning and generalized crafting. She also enjoyed traveling, camping, and fishing.

Those left to cherish her memories are her children, Dale (Debbie) Ptacek of Dakota, MN, Mark (Louann) Ptacek of Protivin, IA, Sharon (RIck) Krahn of Eyota, MN, Andrew (Lauren) Ptacek of Vancouver, WA, Dave (Barbara) Ptacek of Cedar Rapids, IA; her grandchildren, Kelly, Jason, Adam, Darci, Dana, Erica, Travis, Ben, Tony, Alexis and Isaac; 14 great grandchildren; her step children, grandchildren and great  grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Teresa Dumsky of Sugar Creek, MO and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Raymond Ptacek and Ronald Anderson; one brother, Arthur; and her brothers-in-law, Joseph (Rosalia) Ptacek, Frank (Thelma and Lola) Ptacek, Clement (Shirley) Ptacek, Father John Ptacek and James Dumsky.

Services

Visitation: February 2, 2023 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Conway-Markham Funeral Home - Elma
508 Maple St.
Elma, IA 50628

(641) 393-2461
https://www.conway-markhamfh.com/

Rosary: February 2, 2023 3:30 pm

Conway-Markham Funeral Home - Elma
508 Maple St.
Elma, IA 50628

(641) 393-2461
https://www.conway-markhamfh.com/

Visitation: February 3, 2023 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Our Lady of Lourdes
17500 Lourdes Road
Elma, IA 50628

641-393-2520

Mass of Christian Burial: February 3, 2023 10:30 am

Our Lady of Lourdes
17500 Lourdes Road
Elma, IA 50628

641-393-2520

Graveside: February 3, 2023 11:30 am

Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery
14068 175th Street
Elma, IA 50628


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Charities

The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Kathleen A (Ptacek) Anderson 's name.

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church

14068 175th Street
Elma, Iowa
(641) 393-2520
https://giving.parishsoft.com/App/Giving/oll

Our Lady of Lourdes Rosary Society

207 7th Street
Elma, Iowa
(641) 393-2520
https://giving.parishsoft.com/App/Giving/oll

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  1. Our sympathy to the families. We were neighbors to Kathy and Ron after their marriage and had many enjoyable visits back and forth across the road. Bob and Karen Palmersheim

  2. Light a CandleWE SEND OUR SYMPATHIES TO THE PTACEK FAMILY. MANY GOOD TIMES PLAYING MUSIC WITH HER & RAY. I WILL NEVER FORGET ALL THE GOOD TIMES. R.I.P. KATHY. FROM TIM & CINDY HOWLAND & TIM THE MUSIC MAN PROTIVIN IOWA.

  3. We send our sympathy to the Anderson Family.
    Ronald’s daughter Nancy(Joe) Alden were our neighbors. Nancy was Ronald and Kathy’s best man(women) at their wedding
    Nancy and Kathy would also correspond by writing letters.
    I will remember Kathy by her pleasant smile and laugh.

  4. I remember my cousin as always smiling. We lived far away but made visits during the summers, even staying with the family…city children on a farm. I have always been in awe of all her creative accomplishments..mother, baker, crafts and musical. Wow. Thinking of you all at this time. God bless.

  5. So sorry for your loss. She is in a better place.
    She and John’s family very close growing up.
    Always enjoyed our time together when we came back to visit from Colorado. We moved back to IA in 1992, visited her at NH care facility. We are now back in Colorado near our son & family. I just had surgery for breast cancer. Taking chemo now. Doing ok so far.
    Our address: 500 Apex Dr #214, Windsor, Co 80550. Would love to hear from you.

  6. Light a CandleSo sorry to hear about Kathy. I can hear her laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
    Sympathy to you all.

  7. Sharon and family,
    So sad to hear of your mom’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time

  8. Light a CandleWith deepest sympathy, May these words of sympathy and understanding bring comfort to you on the loss of one so very dear.
    In Faith,
    Di and Reecee Kovarik and Fiancé Roger Craft

  9. My deepest and sincerest sympathy to the Ptacek Family.
    Kathy taught me so much as my 4-H leader for years. Between Kathy and my mom I learned all the skills that I needed in this world. From baking to cooking to sewing to crafting.
    All these memories came pouring back when I heard of her passing. Sooooo many times filled with laughter…God bless you all. Heaven has a new angel.
    My love and sympathy to you all…Lynelle 💕

  10. Light a CandleMy deepest sympathy to all of Kathy’s family. She was a wonderful friend and co-worker with me. She never stopped to amaze me with her cake-decorating skills. Her hard work ethic and love of her children and grandchildren were amazing. Loved that lady so much. Sorry am out of town and will be unable to attend the services.

  11. Our sympathy to all the Ptacek and Anderson families. I always enjoyed our visits when I used to do Kathys hair. Family meant everything to her.


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