Kay Ries

Kay Jo Ann (Walters) Ries, age 77, of Guttenberg, IA, died Wednesday, May 21, 2014, at her home surrounded by her children. She was born on December 10, 1936, in rural Colesburg to Ted and Bernice (Amsden) Walters. Kay received her education from the Colesburg Community School where she graduated with the class of 1954. Three years later on June 25, 1957, Kay married James Ries at the Holy Cross Catholic Church. Together they raised their children while Kay worked for Monona Wire. After she retired from there, Kay also worked several years in the deli at Benders Foods. Kay enjoyed traveling, baking for others, Bingo, lunch with "The Girls", Sunday afternoon rides, spending time with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and she was an avid Cubs Fan. Kay is survived by her five children, Theresa (David) Palas of Volga, Steven Ries of Alexander ILL, Pat Ries of Volga, Susan (Tom) Fassbinder of Guttenberg and Brenda (Bill) Hartmann of Wonder Lake ILL; 12 grandchildren, Brigette, Zach, Abbi, Andy, Mat, Christopher, Taylor, Katie, Brianna, Bryce, Blake and Benjamin; 6 great grandchildren with 2 more on the way; siblings June (Lee) Knutson of Marshalltown IA, Pat (Larry) McNeal of Mesa AZ, Janet Short of Cedar Rapids and several other relatives and friends. Kay was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Cynthia; son Michael; brother Dwight Walters.In Lieu of flowers and all styles of sympathy, memorials are preferred and they may be sent to either Prairie du Chien Hospice, Clayton County Food Shelf or a charity of your choice.Memorial Service: Monday 11:00 A.M. May 26, 2014 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Guttenberg, IowaVisitation: Monday 9:00 - 11:00 A.M. May 26, 2014 at St. Mary's Catholic Church Guttenberg, IowaInterment: St. Mary's Cemetery Guttenberg, Iowa Service Information A service summary is not available