"Sylvia: Thank you! You are so thoughtful. See you on the courts. Kim"
In loving memory of
Gloria Louise Kalland
Died November 24, 2019. Born March 23, 1928 in Duluth, Minnesota to Olaf and Clara (Olson) Kalland. Her father and maternal grandparents immigrated from Norway through Ellis Island, NY. Gloria was very proud of her Norwegian heritage and made several trips to Norway to visit relatives. She was baptized and confirmed at Lakeside Bethany Lutheran Church, Duluth, Minnesota. Gloria came to Arizona in 1950 and married James R. Hymer, Jr. on July 28, 1951 at Grace Lutheran Church.
Gloria loved and treasured her family. She is predeceased by her beloved husband of 45 years, James R. Hymer, Jr.; her sister Isabelle Anderson; her brother Edward Kalland; and her son-in-law David Holaway. She is survived by her children: Kimberlee Hymer Holaway, James R. Hymer, III, Karen L. Hymer (Lyle), and Jon P. Hymer (Denise); grandsons: Ryan Holaway (Amber), Casey Holaway, Andre Thompson, and Nicholas Hymer; great-grandsons: Cade Holaway and Henry Holaway; and her younger brother Roger Kalland, Duluth, MN; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Gloria's life will be held at 1:00pm Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 1212 E Glendale Ave, Phoenix 85020. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Our Saviour's Lutheran Church in Gloria's name. Gloria was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church for 57 years. Visit https://hansenmortuary.wpengine.com for condolences.
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"Thanks, Tom. I appreciate you attending the service. See you soon. Kim"
"Thank you, Kirsti. Yes, time does go fast... Do you have any plans to come to the US? Please let me know, as we will want to host you and visit with you. Encourage your Mom and Dad to come over again. We had a lot of fun. I think Karen will be coming to Norway this summer or early fall. I may try to come again in the next few years. I will let you and your parents know. Take care. Kim Hymer Holaway"
"Thanks, Clay! We had a fun neighborhood. Kim"
"Thanks, Rick. Nice to hear from you. Kim"
"Thank you Suzann."
"Thank you, Posey. Nice to hear from you. Kim Hymer Holaway"
"Thank you, Claire."
"My condolences on the loss of your precious Mother. With my sympathy"
"Kim, I am so sorry!Moms are so hard to loose! My heart gies out to uou and your family!"
"My thoughts and prayers are with the family"
"She was always kind to us kids in the neighborhood. I felt so welcome in her house. One time, we were playing baseball in the cul de sac and I hit a ball and it broke the mirror on her car, but she took it in stride and did not get angry with me. Each of their four children has found their way in life to be happy. That is all a Mother could hope for."
"Dear Kim and family. So sad to hear about your morhers passing. We remember her as a kind and sweet lady. Our deepest condolences to you and your family! I feel as it?s not long ago she stayed with us in Norway, although I know time has passed and it must be about 20 years ago now. Time goes by so fast, and luckilly we are left with fond memories of our loved ones after they leave us. Lots of love from your Norwegian family."
"Gene and I enjoyed your mother's happy face whenever we saw her here at the Campus. What a lovely spirit!!! It also meant we got to see Karen from time to time. Such a wonderful family connection . Gloria will be missed. Love, Gene and Sue"
"Kim and Family, My sincere condolences for your loss. Tom Faddis"
"One of my most wonderful memories is the year, 1976, Karen and I drove across the country and landed in Duluth to visit Gloria. We have a picture somewhere on Lake Superior. Thank you Dear Gloria for giving us your wonderful children to know and love. Kathy Hilton Wochomurka"
"Kim. I am so sorry. Love you . Sylvia"
"I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was such a lovely person. I have fond memories of her from childhood. Sending much love to the whole family."
"Karen I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. This was a lovely obituary. She looked like a loving caring BEAUTIFUL person. Thank you for sharing Donna Carver"