Kathi Lynne Busch, 75 of Valparaiso, IN, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. She was born December 15, 1948, in Valparaiso to the late Roy and Berniece (Koeppen) Rice. Kathi graduated from Valparaiso High School, and was a member of Faith Memorial Lutheran Church. She enjoyed spending time in nature and being around animals, and making cards with her friends. More than anything though, Kathi loved being a mom and grandma. Her children and grandkids were her whole world. Kathi was a kind, thoughtful, and generous person with a wonderful sense of humor. She will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered every day.
On June 6, 1970, Kathi married Leland A. Busch, who preceded her in death in 2018. She is survived by their children: Kristin (Joe Meyers) Busch of Valparaiso, and Kristopher (Sarah) Busch of Ft. Wayne; grandchildren: Elizabeth and Nora; sister, Susan (Ricky) Rosaschi of Valparaiso; caretaker, Ivy Kampala; and beloved dog, Stella.
A visitation will be held on Monday, July 29, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Moeller Funeral Home, 104 Roosevelt Rd., Valparaiso. A memorial service will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday at Faith Memorial Lutheran Church, 753 N. Calumet Ave., Valparaiso. Private interment at Graceland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Shirley Heinze Land Trust.
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My heart is sad with the news of the passing of your mother. She will be missed by you kids and me also. Love you all dearly. Love Aunt Sandy - Sandra Busch
To Kristin and Entire family. I will miss Kathi, so loving, kind and smiling all the time. The one plus (1+) year I looked after her as her caregiver was memorable. I became part of her family. She loved me and loved my children and grandchildren. When I spoke to them on the phone, she would also talk to them. When I called them this morning to tell them of her passing they were all sad and said "May Her Sweet Soul Rest in Eternal Peace". Go well Kathi. Kristin, may God comfort you as you navigate your loss. Love, -Annie Machupa
My deepest sympathy goes out to my dear cousins family. It's hard for us to live without her, but Kathi is blessed by the Lord, because now she is totally pain free and in her father loving arms. God bless you all. -Beckie Smith
I known Kathi since 2012 when I moved to Angola. I became good friends with Kathi and Lee immediately. Being the same age we had so much in common. My wife and I enjoyed our time with them. So much in common. Kathi was a good friend and will be missed. -Darrell Seper
I'm so so sorry. Kristin and family, your mom meant the world to me as a little kid growing up on Bond Street in Valpo. I'm so glad we took the time to spend an evening with her and Susan a couple years ago. I'm sad we didn't stop again on one of or next trips to Nashville. Darn it. Your grandma and grandpa, Irish and Roy, were my folks best friends, probably ever. I miss them too. I believe Irish was probably the most kind and loving person I’ve ever known, and Roy was a close second. I'm so glad in the recent years I'd reconnected with Susan and Kathy if only a little bit. I don't think I can make the trip for her service. I'm sorry. If you can give Susan a hug from me please do. I'm so sad. -Peter Bebeau
I met Kathi a few times through her daughter Kristin. She was funny and so full of joy and fun when I was around her. My heart goes out to my friend and colleague Kristin who is funny and full of joy. I am so very sorry for your loss and what a wonderful daughter you have been KB to your mom. As children to honor our parents by being them for them is the best we can do and you did that. Your dad is smiling up in heaven and they are together again now. Hugs to you KB. -Jacalyn Smith
My heart goes out to you Kristin. Whenever I spoke to Kathi she always made me feel better than before I started talking with her. She was an encouragement to me. The crazy thing was I was always trying to encourage her and I always got off the phone feeling as though she wanted to make sure everything was right with my family and I. We spoke about the Bible, what Heaven would be like and how much she loved her family. She loved living at Lake James which is where I met Kathi and Lee. They both were so special and spoke about how much they loved their family to me. I miss them but am happy that they’re in Heaven and not suffering. I will continue to pray for all of your family. God Bless, -Kim Frye
