Yvonne Spicher Davis
October 28, 1938 ~ October 20, 2012
Yvonne Spicher Davis, 73, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died on October 20, 2012, at home surrounded by her family. Funeral Service: 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, November 1, 2012, at Grace Episcopal Church, Cedar Rapids, with Rev. Curt Moermond, presiding. Visitation: 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 30, 2012, at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids. Survivors include her husband, Bill Davis; five children, Julie (Rob) Schladetzky of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Cary Spicher of Iowa City, Lori (Shawn Pink) Spicher of Cedar Rapids, Casey (Pam) Spicher, of Nevada, Iowa, and Greg Spicher of Plymouth, Michigan; ten grandchildren, five great grandchildren; two step children, four step grandchildren; her siblings, Norman Kallaus of Iowa City, Iowa, Mary Kathryn Barry of Tempe, Arizona, Jane Kallaus of Conesus, New York, Louise Sattler of Kalona, Iowa, Gary Kallaus of Richmond, Iowa, Tommy Kallaus of Richmond, Iowa, and Angie Hofer of Kalona; and a large extended family. Yvonne was born October 28, 1938, in Richmond, Iowa, the daughter of Roy and Maude (Welte) Kallaus. She attended Kalona High School and graduated from Kirkwood Community College with a degree in nursing. She was a long-time obstetric nurse and nurse practitioner in Cedar Rapids. Yvonne was then a IVF nurse at University of Iowa Hospitals, retiring in 2004. She loved her patients and they loved her. She married Bill Davis in 1991, and they practiced medicine together for many years. They enjoyed cooking together, gardening, reading, fishing, film, and being with their family and friends. She was a member of PEO Chapter HJ, The Bridge Group, and the Groundhog Society. Yvonne was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Robert Kallaus; and sister, Pauline Hershberger. Instead of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice of Mercy, Hall Perrine Cancer Center, American Cancer Society, or the Grace Episcopal Medical Lending Closet.
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I love you Mom, you will be greatly missed. You were the strongest, kindest person I knew. I am so glad you are now free of pain. Love you
Dear Bill and all the family,
There are not words to tell you how sorry we are for Yvonne’s passing. I am so lucky to have been counted among her friends. Rick enjoyed her wit and conversation. I admired her, enjoyed her, love her…and will miss her deeply. She has touched so many people in her 73 years. I have known her almost 40 years. God bless all of you and give you peace.
With love,
Donna from the Bridge Group
My deepest condolences to you and your family at this sad time. Susan Rucker
Yvonne was a true blessing. I need to thank her for my all of my babies but especially Kendal. Was ready to give up on treatment and Yvonne talked me into one more month. Could not imagine life without her. Yvonne is now an angel in heaven and her time here has ended. I will be truly grateful for the rest of my life.
Dear Bill and all my Spicher cousins,
we are most saddened by the passing of Yvonne, who I always fondly called “aunt vonnie”. I love this picture of her as it my vision of her: always with a ready smile, probably some joke to tell, always interested in what you were personally doing, maybe a recipe to share. She was beloved by all. The world is a better place for having known her. I wish you all peace in your hearts at this very difficult time.
with love to all
There are few people in this world who live a life that makes the lives of others better just by grace of knowing them. Yvonne was one of those people. Her kindness, intelligence and patience gave her a presence that drew you in. There was something that she possessed that made you happy just to be around her. She was giving and kind in a way that was both sincere and unconditional, the kind of person who just wanted to take care of others and never wanted anything in return. I loved spending time with her, laughing and talking about the many nuances of the world. I feel lucky for having known her and having had the chance to get to know someone who had so much wisdom to share. I have lost many people in my life, and I will lose many more; but the pain of losing someone who you love like family, respect as a person, look up to as a standard for the kind of person you could only hope to be like and relate to as a friendm is different than anything I have known. Yvonne took us in as her own and I am grateful that through her I saw what a grandmother should be like. She was a beautiful person and I know that I am a better person for having known her. We will love and miss you and find comfort in the many memories we were lucky to have shared.
Neat lady. No… BEYOND neat. The world is a better place having her in it… and her legacy literally continues. It’s sad to say good bye, but the larger tragedy would have been never to have her here on loan. Kudos, Yvonne! You’re one of the few that makes the world a little better. Thank you. Safe travels, my friend.
Dr. Davis and Family, we are so sadden by the news of Yvonne. She was and always will be a very special lady in our lives. She helped me through 11 miscarriages and 2 births of our daughters which they are now 20 and 16. She was more than a nurse she was a friend.. We were all so blessed to have known her. Thank you for sharing her with us!!
Dear Davis Family, I am a friend of Yvonne’s close friends from church and PEO, Ron and Diane Stewart. Through them I know that Yvonne was a kind person who was truly loved and cherished by all who to to know her. Because of her close friendships with many people, her pain became their pain. It was difficult for them to walk these final steps with Yvonne, but all are glad to have walked beside her for years.
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Yvonne. She was such a beautiful person inside and out. I thought highly of her, she was always so kind.
I was so very sorry to hear that Yvonne could not beat this terrible disease. We know she sure tried. Our heatfelt sympathy goes to you Bill and to Yvonne’s family during this trying time. May God give you strength in the day’s to come. Carol and Ed
She was one of the most positive loving women in my life! Thank you for your great example. You will be missed!
Love,
Linda
I first met Yvonne when she was a nurse practioner for Dr. Davis. She was such a pleasant & caring person. I really enjoyed visiting with her. She was always so cheerful & helpful.
We send our deepest sympathy. Words cannot take your loss and pain away, but know that her life has left a wonderful legacy for all that knew her. I have so many wonderful memories of her!! The number of smiles, giggles and joy she brought to my life are countless. The world is truly a better place for her time spent here. May you find peace and healing in your memories. God Bless
Yvonne truly was a gifted woman and shared her gift with the world. I think of her and Dr. Davis often. I hope you all know the impact both of them had on the lives of people at a time when they felt nothing but despair and darkness. It was always a relief to have her walk into the room. Some people come into our lives and are never forgotten. There was just something magical and unforgettable about her. My son is 16 years old now and I know God guided both her and Dr. Davis in making his life possible through their talents and never ending compassion for others. There will never be another “team” quite like them. Thank you all for sharing this wonderful woman with us. She was one of a kind.
I am so sorry for your loss. Yvonne was a wonderful woman who touched many people!! You and your family are in my prayers! Love ya Dr. Davis!!!…Please don’t judge my grammar :)… Hope you smiled at that!
We are very sorry for your loss, Yvonne was a very special person. She was also so thoughtful when we worked with her.
Dr. Davis and family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Sending you and your family my thoughts and prayers.
To Dr. Bill, Lori, Amber, Lindsey, Isaiah and the entire extended family: It was an honor and privilige to know Yvonne, her smile tells an incredible story in itself. The world has become a darker place, but her light shines in each one of you. Godspeed, Vonnie.
We are so sorry for your loss, I always enjoyed visiting with her when I went to my appointments at Dr. Davis. She truly was an inspirtation.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill – thinking of you and sending heartfelt sympathy to the entire family. Yvonne fought a courageous battle. Thinking of Yvonne, what she has gone through, and her new journey, with great admiration.
It’s hard to know just what to say at this sad time, because your loss is so great. Yvonne will be missed in so many ways. No words can truly comfort you, Dr. Davis, perhaps knowing so many care will help. My heart goes out to you with deepest sympathy at this time.
Growing up in the wonderful small town of Richmond Iowa everyone knew the Kallaus family. I had no idea that later in my life I would have the opportunity to get to know Yvonne on such a personnel level.
After two years she and Dr. Davis helped bless us with joy in 1995 and then again in 2002. She was always there with a smile and such kind words. I can still hear her now say, “I know honey it hurts” as she would give me a hug or when I had to call her and I was pacing the floor in my home because of not knowing what was going on within my body.
God Bless you Yvonne and I know for a fact that you are sitting right next to the man above that gave you the love to share with others.
Thank you, Thank you, Thank You for being there with your husband.
Our most sincere sympathy to you all,
Jay, Christal, Mason & Trevor.
bob and i want to extend our deepest sympathy to you and her family. cherish the memories and remember the good times.31
To the family of Yvonne,
Though I did not know Yvonne, I believe I went to school with her son, Gary. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss and know that you are in my thoughts.
Yvonne was a amazing person when you would meet her you could feel a connection right away. I really enjoyed her friendship. I work at Keystone Cedars where her mother-in-law lives Yvonne always took time to say hello. My heart goes out to Bill and her family. I’m so glad she touched my life. God Bless each of you. Donna Paxton
Our condolences to the family of Yvonne, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John & Jaci Allensworth
Mesa, Arizona
Dr Davis and family – you have our sincere sympathy. I always enjoyed visiting with Yvonne. She was very kind to us and I know you will miss her greatly. You all are in our prayers.
It has been a long time since we have seen you and Yvonne but wanted to send our sympanthy to you and the family. We have not talked to Shirley for quite some time so did not realize Yvonne had been ill. Way back when the LeMasters, Hargreaves, you folks and us had some fun times. May you have many many memories to hold on to. God Bless – Pat and Lyle Matthews
Very sorry and my heart and prayers are with the family.
Dr. Davis and family,
I was saddened to read about Yvonne’s passing. I was a patient in the early 80’s and I fondly remember her high heels clicking down the hallway. I knew when I heard them it was my turn next. I will always remember the wonderful care I received from both of you. I always felt like I was the only patient you had. She went above and beyond in her care. I am so thankful for her wonderful skills and compassion. My thoughts and prayers are with all of her family.
Bill, Yovenne was such a joyful spirit, all are diminished by your loss.
May memories of her bring comfort .
Katherine Hauser
Dear Bill and family,
Yvonne and you were two of the best people I have ever had the privilege of working with. She touched so many lives and will be missed. I am so glad I had the opportunity to see her recently and chat a bit. With Deep Sympathy,
Cindy
Julie & family, It’s hard to lose someone you love, especially when that person is your mother whose place no one can fill. May the wonderful memories of your mother’s love be in your heart always. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God guide you with your grief. Jolene
Bill, Julie, Cary, Casey, Lori, Greg, Jason and Matthew, and families
My heart aches and grieves with you. I share a poem written by a dear friend who understands grief.
She too knows the grief of a mother’s death and the hole it leaves.
There’s a black hole..
it goes right through me!
How did it manage
to go through my gut, my heart,
my soul?
It’s gaping.
It’s dark.
The edges are ragged.
It’s painful.
I know…
the hole will always be there.
The edges will smooth
with memories.
The gut will fill with laughter…
someday.
My heart will slowly refill…
with the love of friends and family.
My soul, my soul…
God will put his hand
over that hole…
and hold it there….
Deb Egeland
What a loving and caring person! We saw those qualities in Yvonne as she watched over her mother-in-law, my Aunt Ruth. We only wish we lived closer so we could have known her better.
Grandma,
I wish I could talk to you… Just one last time. This Thanksgiving and Christmas was so hard, it wasn’t the same without you. Every time I come over now, I get sad when I walk into the house and you’re not sitting at the kitchen table. There is so much I wish I could tell you. I’d do anything to hear your voice again. I miss it so much. 🙁 I know you are happy and at peace where you are now. I know you’re no longer in pain and you are free. I know you’re looking down on me and watching out for me. But I just wish you were here still. We all need you, you were the glue that held our family together. Grandpa is doing so well, I am so proud of him. He misses you greatly though, you were his other half. Thank you for everything you did for our family. You will always be in my heart Grandma. I love you so much, thank you for being the best Grandma anyone could have. Merry Christmas.
-Your Granddaughter, Kayla.