Kate Boden
Kate Boden (nee) Karen Haas passed away peacefully at home on Monday, November 17 at the age of 69. She was born in Wiesbaden, Germany on May 1, 1956. She is predeceased by her parents Richard Jerome Haas and Mary “Betty” Warren Haas; brothers Michael Steven Haas, Richard Jerome Haas II, and sister Terry Lynn Fuentes. Survived by her loving ex-husband of 46 years, Keith Boden; her sons Eliot (Caroline) Boden and Graham (Sachiho) Boden; sister Barbara Gale (Arthur) House; and stepmother Adele “Lella” Haas. Lovingly remembered by close family friends Jay Perry, Giuliano Della Vecchia and all who knew her.
Kate was a perpetual learner and traveler. She was happiest taking nature photos, playing piano, solving crossword puzzles, listening to books on tape, and doing trivia with family. We are left with many wonderful memories of time spent together.
Memorial to be scheduled in May 2026. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Missouri Botanical Garden or the World Bird Sanctuary.
Keith, I was very sorry to hear Kate‘s passing and very sorry for your loss. Kate was one of the first neighbors I met when our house was being built.
My brother Kevin and I were out to look at the construction and we were wondering what the final plan would look like. Kate came over to say hello to the new neighbors. We talked with her about the plans and she gave us a tour of your house because the floor plans were similar and it would give me a better idea of how the final product. This was just the beginning of being a good neighbor and a great welcome to our new home.
Kate was very smart and clever with a sharp wit. She enjoyed a good laugh. She had many enjoyable conversations whenever the crew got together. She shared her ideas about plants and gardening. She excelled at the trivia nights and enjoyed the company and competition. I know she will be missed.
A couple of years ago I happened to stop by our old neighborhood. I spoke with you for a while and you told me that you were taking Kate to a doctor’s appointment. You insisted that I wait a bit longer to say high to Kate. I didn’t know that would be the last time I saw her. It was good to see her again It has only possible because you were thoughtful and you insisted.
You did a good job of taking care of her as her health was failing. I am certain that Kate appreciated your thoughtfulness, kindness and good company as you did your best to make sure she had the medical care she needed and all the comforts of home.
I look back on all the years at our house in Summer Chase and remember the good times and great neighbors. You and Kate were always a part of our lives. I am sorry that she has gone. It is truly a loss for everyone who knew her and her family.
May our memories of Kate keep her in our hearts!
Tom