Kris Gugler
May 14, 1969 ~ August 25, 2020
Kristina 'Kris' Gugler, 51, of Mount Vernon, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2020, at home. Gathering of Family and Friends: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, August 29, 2020, at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Mount Vernon.
Survivors include her parents, Wayne and Shirley Gugler of Mount Vernon; sister, Heather (David Lipcamon) of Iowa City; aunts and uncles, Ron (Linda) Swanson, Catherine (Gary) Hampe, Walter (Katie) Gugler, and Donald (Carol) Gugler; six cousins; long time best friend, Lisa (Dave) Capaccioli; and many extended family members and friends.
Kristina Lee Gugler was born May 14, 1969, in Cedar Rapids, to Allan 'Wayne' and Shirley (Swanson) Gugler. She attended Mount Vernon High School, where she played in band and participated in 4-H. Kris graduated in 1987. Kris worked at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics for 18 years, first as a clerk in the DeGowin Blood Center, then as a Pathology Lab Technician. She enjoyed her job and the colleagues she worked with. Kris was a naturally gifted musician, playing any type of horn'she even played with the Eastern Iowa Brass Band, which she truly enjoyed. She also loved animals, and enjoyed crocheting, cooking, watching the Cardinals, and especially spending time with family. Kris was smart, had a great sense of humor, and liked to have fun. Lovingly known as 'Tina' at home, she will be dearly missed by her family.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Lowell and Mary Swanson and Lester and Glenva Gugler; and brother, Terry Gugler.
Memorials may be directed to the Cedar Valley Humane Society or the Mount Vernon-Lisbon Ambulance fund.
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Heather keeping you in thoughts and prayers. Don and Sharon Chase
Very Beautiful and kind is how I will remember Kris , A sweet and gentle flower growing wild !!
Kris will be missed by her extended family. She always had a smile and loved to get together with her Wisconsin cousins. A lot of great times together and good memories. GOD BLESS! Uncle Don and Aunt Carol♥️♥️🕯🕯
She always had a smile during school. Sending prayers to the family during this time of loss
“It’s not what we have in our life, but who we have in our life that counts.” – J.M. Laurence Kris has been in my life for a long time. She loved blond jokes and gag gifts. Music, soccer and making people laugh were just some of her talents. She will be missed more than she would ever understand.
One is always loved as long as they are remembered. We will always remember and love Kris.
Many years ago I remember a very blond girl with a very big smile. That was Kris when she was an enthusiastic soccer player in Mount Vernon. I am sorry for your loss. Sharon Hill
So sad to hear Kris has passed away. Way too young. We were fellow clerks at the DeGowin Blood Center some time ago. She was amazing…smart, capable, crazy and blond. She will be missed by many. Pat Buckingham
Kris was a wonderful person with a big heart. She will be missed by the whole Capaccioli family especially Lisa, Jan and myself. Sending you all love.
Wayne and Shirley So sorry for your loss sending prayers to you both Wayne and Elaine
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
With my deepest sympathies. Your are in my thoughts and prayers. Linda Wilson, HR Block
My deepest sympathies Wayne and Shirley. Kris was a really sweet person. Prayers for your family as you go through this difficult time. Jolene Brown (Kulish)
I’m shocked and very saddened to hear my high school friend has passed. She and I enjoyed many shenanigans back in the day. Heather – I can’t even imagine the pain of losing both of your siblings. I hope you keep sharing your beautiful smile with the world. Love and prayers to you and your family. Lisa Hieber (Hunter )
Remembering all fun times we had camping by the Buffalo River. Life doesn’t seem fair sometimes and this is one of those moments. May you find comfort in your fond memories of Tina that never fade away. She will be missed but not nearly as much as she will be remembered.
I hadn’t seen Kris since high school, but was glad to reconnect on Facebook a few years ago. So many memories of a fun and funny person from band, soccer, and elsewhere. Her sister and parents are great people, and I wish them the very best.
Wayne I am so sorry to read of your loss. It is hard for me to imagine going through this. I can only wish you comfort and peace as you work through this terrible loss. Don Crawford