In Loving Memory
Lori Lee Cummings
12/17/1957 - 2/25/2010





  Lori Lee Cummings, 52, died Thursday, February 25, 2010, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids from complications of a heart condition. 


 


  A memorial service will be held at Van Steenhuyse-Russell Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 1, 2010, with visitation from 1:00 p.m. until service time with Pastor Dennis Sackett officiating.  Inurnment will be at Bear Creek Cemetery at a later date. 


 


  Lori was born December 17, 1957, in Vinton, Iowa, to Fred and Mildred Long Kisling.  She attended Urbana schools and graduated from the Nursing Program at Hawkeye Community College.  On October 18, 1986, she married Craig Cummings at Prairie Creek Christian Church.  Lori worked as a CNA and a nurse for more than 25 years in nursing homes in the Vinton and Cedar Rapids areas. 


 


  She is survived by her husband, Craig, and her mother, Mildred, both of Vinton; daughters, Kelli and Danielle Cummings; five step-children, Bill, Sara and Eric Cummings and Brett and Chris Sorrell; sister, Beth Crouch of Toddville; ten grandchildren and ten nieces and nephews.


 


  Lori was preceded in death by her father, Fred; her sister, Kristi; brother, Ken; and her grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Clark Long and Mr. & Mrs. Vernon Kisling. 


 


  In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established. 


 


  


Online Condolences
From: Dan Ackman & Family   Buckingham
Relationship:  Thankful her and her family were ther for us.

I believe there is a special place in Heaven for those that spend their lives taking car of others. You have our deepest heartfelt sympathy. You all are, and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Dan & Barb Ackman and Family
Sent:  2/26/2010
From: Jane Kaiser   Dysart
Relationship:  Freind/sister of Aunt

Craig, Mildred, Beth, and family. I was sad to hear about Lori's death. I will not be able to attend the visitation or service , but I will keep your family in my prayers during this time. Jane and Dave Kaiser and Family
Sent:  2/26/2010
From: Donna Meyocks   Vinton
Relationship:  Friend

My heart us so heavy and sad for all of you. I wish I could wrap my srms around you and help ease your pain. Keep the good memories and let the others slip away...
Sent:  2/27/2010
From: Laura Redlinger  
Relationship:  friend of family

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you all.
Sent:  2/27/2010
From: Rosalyn Floyd Rhinehart   Medford, OR 97504-6904
Relationship:  friend

Dear Mildred and Family; Mother always told me: "It is hard to lose parents, it is harder to lose your spouse but there is nothing harder than losing a child!" By the grace of God I've not done that, yet! But my sympathy and prayers go out to you that although life ends, memories last forever. May it help to ease the pain you bear, to know that others care. Rosalyn
Sent:  2/27/2010
From: Jackie Kitner   Dysart
Relationship:  friend

Thinking of you and the whole family, Lori was such a special person who will be greatly missed
Sent:  2/27/2010
From: Cory Conway   Blairstown
Relationship:  friend

RIP Lori I am blessed that our paths crossed here on earth and I am sure they will cross again. God Bless you Craig,Mildred,Beth and families. Cory Conway
Sent:  2/28/2010
From: Amy Bray   Vinton
Relationship:  Friend

Sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Sent:  2/28/2010
From: Jim and Shirlee Jessop   Apache Junction
Relationship:  Neighbor

Craig, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Lori's heart and humor were always a great part of who she was and we wish for those memories to remain strong in YOUR hearts forever. God Bless you all. Jim and Shirlee
Sent:  2/28/2010
From: Marci Meyocks   St. Louis Park
Relationship:  Daughter of Mildred's friend, Donna

I was deeply saddened when Mom told me about Lori's passing. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies in this time of terrible sorrow. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Marci
Sent:  2/28/2010
From: jerry crouch   huntsville
Relationship:  brother-in-law

my thoughts and prayers go out to the family. lorie was 1 of a kind and will be missed tremendously. closest person to a sister ive ever had the pleasure of knowing.
Sent:  2/28/2010
From: Katie Cox   Garrison
Relationship:  Friend

Craig and girls, I am so sorry to hear about Lori. She was a wonderful woman and I could never repay her and you for all the help you gave me when the kids were babies. My heart goes out to you and know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sent:  3/1/2010
From: Marlyn Griffith Young   Hurst
Relationship:  friend

Please accept my love and sympathy to all of you. I will always remember the friendship we shared and the many times we shared recipes, laughs and a few tears along the way. My prayers to all of you.
Sent:  3/1/2010
From: earthmother   Keene
Relationship:  passing ship

rock on, madmamma....you are one of the cool ones. RIP
Sent:  3/1/2010
From: Colleen Woods   Airdrie,
Relationship:  friend

My deepest sympathy to all. Lori will be sadly missed. She was like sunshine on a cloudy day, No matter what she was going threw she always made my life better because she was in it. I was blessed to have her in my life. No words will express how much she will be missed
Sent:  3/1/2010
From: Theresa (Gingrich) Mahoney   Waterloo
Relationship:  Family to Craig

Craig and Family, My deepest sympathies to all of you. It is not easy to understand why a loved one is taken so soon. Just know that Lori is in a better place. God bless you!
Sent:  3/1/2010
From: Kim Altomare   winona
Relationship:  friend

My deepest sympathy goes to the family of Lori, She was a awesome friend. Her sense of humor and her love towards others will always be my fondest memories of her.
Sent:  3/1/2010
From: Joel D. Long   Clear Lake
Relationship:  cousin to Mildred

Mildred,I was so sorry to hear of Lori's passing. I know how close you were to her. She reminded you of our Grandmother Clara Belle. You and Lori both graduated from Nursing school together. Not many Mothers can claim that.
Sent:  3/1/2010
From: Duska Williams   Vinton
Relationship:  Friend

To the family of Lori Cummings, I'm very sorry for your loss. Lori was a very caring person and I was lucky enough to know her most my life. She will be missed. To Dani and Kellie- you are always in my thoughts.
Sent:  3/1/2010
From: Robert 'Orby" Mitchell   Onamia
Relationship:  Friend

It was an honor to know Lori and I will include her family in my thoughts and prayers. I hope for the best for her fasmily.
Sent:  3/1/2010
From: royce garrett   north little rock
Relationship:  friend

my heart goes out to all in this time of need
Sent:  3/2/2010
From: Cookiescookin (Carol)   Boston
Relationship:  friend

Heartfelt condolences go out to Lori's family. Know that you are often in my thoughts and always in my prayers.
Sent:  3/5/2010
From: JULIE LINDAHL   Vinton
Relationship:  friend

Kelli & Danielle, I am so very sorry for your loss. Lori was always so kind. I will miss seeing her at the bank. She always had such a beautiful smile. Keep her close in your hearts and with your memories until you are together again in paradise. God's blessings on your family.
Sent:  3/6/2010

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