January 16
January 16
Still think about you. You were such a special person. xxoo
This memorial website was created in memory of Kathy Arnold (09/21/1952 - 01/13/2016, age 63). She will be greatly missed by her parents, sisters, children, grandchildren and many other friends and family. We will remember her forever.
Please feel free to upload photos and videos. We will be putting together a video for her Celebration of Life in March. Work, dancing, dragon boating...whatever you have!
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January 15
January 15
Mom,
Miss you so very much. Alex and Sam have got so big and I see so much of you in my parenting of teenagers. Sam gets sad when she realizes her memories of someone that loved her so much feel distant. Alex’s appearance and mannerisms often remind me of you - interesting to know a version of you both older and younger than me. So wish you were here to share all of life’s little moments.
Love,
Mikki
Miss you so very much. Alex and Sam have got so big and I see so much of you in my parenting of teenagers. Sam gets sad when she realizes her memories of someone that loved her so much feel distant. Alex’s appearance and mannerisms often remind me of you - interesting to know a version of you both older and younger than me. So wish you were here to share all of life’s little moments.
Love,
Mikki
January 14
January 14
Hi Kath… just me again wanting to check in on ya. Judy and Jane have come up to join you so hopefully you can all get together for a little bit of line dancing on Cloud 9 ….Still miss you….
Liz Armitage
Liz Armitage
January 13, 2022
January 13, 2022
Well Kath …Its been over 5 years now since you said Aloha to us but it feels like just yesterday. I still miss you and think of you often and all those little wise life coping tid bits that you used in your life and shared with us. I am sure that your kids and grandkids are also remembering your positive strong “deal with it” attitude and that is helping to carry them through these difficult Covid times. xoxo Liz
May 9, 2020
May 9, 2020
Hi Mom, I've missed you a little extra the past few months. You were the one I called whenever life went a little sideways, and you would help me find the ground beneath my feet and let me know that things would be ok. Well life has been a little bit more than sideways lately and I really need to call you! Happy Mother's Day. As I spend mother's day with my girls tomorrow I will remember the year you were here to help us plant flowers, and I will make sure my kids feel the ground beneath their feet and know that all will be ok during this crazy time. Miss you so very much.
January 14, 2020
January 14, 2020
So another year has passed since you had to bid us farewell. I still have flashbacks of all the good times we had...like that 60's party and those crazy reindeer antlers you wore one year at the Lab Xmas party. You are missed...Hope that wherever you are, you're having a good time and are keeping everyone else there in order...xoxo. Liz
September 21, 2019
September 21, 2019
Hey Kath....still thinkin of you and will always miss you...
January 15, 2019
January 15, 2019
I still hear that bubbly little laugh whenever I think of you. xxoo
January 14, 2019
January 14, 2019
Copied from Facebook from yesterday.
Miss you Mom. Doesn't feel like it has been three whole years. I still hear your voice in my mind as if it were yesterday, I still think I should call and tell you all the cool things that happen during the day, and I still miss you, just as much as three years ago. You are forever with me in my heart.
Miss you Mom. Doesn't feel like it has been three whole years. I still hear your voice in my mind as if it were yesterday, I still think I should call and tell you all the cool things that happen during the day, and I still miss you, just as much as three years ago. You are forever with me in my heart.
January 14, 2019
January 14, 2019
Hey Kath...just to let you know that you are still remembered and dearly missed. We said farewell to Dr.Merry recently so he's comin your way. Sadly I don't think that there's a bone marrow bench up there but maybe you two can work together again doing something with angels wings....with love Liz
September 22, 2018
September 22, 2018
It means a lot to know that others were thinking of my mom yesterday. Here’s my Facebook post yesterday.
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Today my mom would be 66. Before she left I agreed to remember her on her birthday with joy, rather than on the day she died with sorrow. I'm still working on keeping that promise :).
So today I was thinking of you mom and remembering things that made me smile. Here are some quotes from my mom:
"If you are going to do something, do it right or don't bother!"
"If I worked that slow, people would die!" (she was a labtechnologist sometimes running time critical tests)
"You are not the only person on this planet, you might want to remember that."
"You are just going to have to deal."
"No point worrying about something you can't change."
"Ok yes, I did run over the cat. I'll get you another one."
"How am I suppose to know where your keys are?"
"You can make your own damn lunch then."
"WHO put that bucket of water above the door?"
"Love you...talk to you anon."
I snuck out of work early to surprise the girls in the lunchroom at school. Their smiles and hugs were perfect for today. We will be having hot dogs, chip and dip, and a vegetable plate for dinner (no clue where dipping cheese in ranch dip arose from). My mom hated cake, but the girls and Kirk have insisted on something chocolate!
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Today my mom would be 66. Before she left I agreed to remember her on her birthday with joy, rather than on the day she died with sorrow. I'm still working on keeping that promise :).
So today I was thinking of you mom and remembering things that made me smile. Here are some quotes from my mom:
"If you are going to do something, do it right or don't bother!"
"If I worked that slow, people would die!" (she was a labtechnologist sometimes running time critical tests)
"You are not the only person on this planet, you might want to remember that."
"You are just going to have to deal."
"No point worrying about something you can't change."
"Ok yes, I did run over the cat. I'll get you another one."
"How am I suppose to know where your keys are?"
"You can make your own damn lunch then."
"WHO put that bucket of water above the door?"
"Love you...talk to you anon."
I snuck out of work early to surprise the girls in the lunchroom at school. Their smiles and hugs were perfect for today. We will be having hot dogs, chip and dip, and a vegetable plate for dinner (no clue where dipping cheese in ranch dip arose from). My mom hated cake, but the girls and Kirk have insisted on something chocolate!
September 21, 2018
September 21, 2018
Will alway miss you my dear friend.
September 21, 2018
September 21, 2018
Hey Kath...Yes just wanted to say Happy Birthday in your honour ...you are still missed very much...so today we pay our respects and will remember the joys of the special life that you shared with us always...With Love, Liz
January 15, 2018
January 15, 2018
Hey Kath.....just thought I'd check in with ya....There is still no order around here without you and you are still missed very much. Xoxo Liz
January 13, 2018
January 13, 2018
Dear Mom,
It doesn't seem like it has been two years, but I think if I could talk to you on the phone we would probably talk for days before we caught up on all that has happened. We miss you, but you are still here everywhere - the dream catchers hanging in the girls' rooms, the knitted blankets they snuggle with each night, the photos on our walls, the phrases that I scream at them (like "what were you thinking?", "if you are going to do it, do it right", "don't be so stupid"), the meals we cook and the lullaby we sing every night. You live as part of our home every day.
And we kept our promise and did not "make a fuss" remembering this day. You said you thought it was dumb to remember the one day someone died instead of all the days they lived...so we did that, we shared stories, and we can do that now with more smiles than tears :). We "make a fuss" on your birthday instead!
Alex announced she planned to live at least one day longer than her last child, so none of them had to be sad missing her like me. Sam misses her Grandma and probably still gets sadder than me. It's hard to believe she was only in first grade when you left.
Some people add lots to the lives of all those they encounter, and you were one of these people. "To live in the hearts of those we love is not to die." It's wonderful to read words from some of the people whose lives you were a part of.
Love you Mom,
Mikki"
It doesn't seem like it has been two years, but I think if I could talk to you on the phone we would probably talk for days before we caught up on all that has happened. We miss you, but you are still here everywhere - the dream catchers hanging in the girls' rooms, the knitted blankets they snuggle with each night, the photos on our walls, the phrases that I scream at them (like "what were you thinking?", "if you are going to do it, do it right", "don't be so stupid"), the meals we cook and the lullaby we sing every night. You live as part of our home every day.
And we kept our promise and did not "make a fuss" remembering this day. You said you thought it was dumb to remember the one day someone died instead of all the days they lived...so we did that, we shared stories, and we can do that now with more smiles than tears :). We "make a fuss" on your birthday instead!
Alex announced she planned to live at least one day longer than her last child, so none of them had to be sad missing her like me. Sam misses her Grandma and probably still gets sadder than me. It's hard to believe she was only in first grade when you left.
Some people add lots to the lives of all those they encounter, and you were one of these people. "To live in the hearts of those we love is not to die." It's wonderful to read words from some of the people whose lives you were a part of.
Love you Mom,
Mikki"
January 13, 2018
January 13, 2018
My mind goes to thought's of you at the strangest times. During quite reflective moments, looking at the stars, when I'm driving in the north end. My life is diminished without you in it. Hope you are at peace save me a dance , tiny dancer. Love. Guy
January 13, 2018
January 13, 2018
I'm so glad that you were part of my life. I just looked at all the photos and remembered the fun we had. xxoo
January 13, 2018
January 13, 2018
It’s is two years now since you left us, but, for me you never left.
Memories ar so alive and fresh, and will be for me, till I am alive.
Memories ar so alive and fresh, and will be for me, till I am alive.
September 21, 2017
September 21, 2017
Hi Kath
Just checkin in to say Hi Glad that you are free to kick up your heels and dance between the rainbows with all the other Angels. Yes you are still missed down here and always will be. Hey if ya happen to see my Mom and Brother around, would you give them a hug too from me Your friend Liz
Just checkin in to say Hi Glad that you are free to kick up your heels and dance between the rainbows with all the other Angels. Yes you are still missed down here and always will be. Hey if ya happen to see my Mom and Brother around, would you give them a hug too from me Your friend Liz
January 14, 2017
January 14, 2017
Hi Kath....just a little reminder that we miss you alot down here but I know you're probably having a great time up there directing all those Angels in your new star studded stomper " A Chorus Line"
With love
Liz
With love
Liz
January 13, 2017
January 13, 2017
I'll never forget you and think of you often. Your light still shines brightly! xxoo
September 22, 2016
September 22, 2016
I hope you are dancing in the clouds. You are forever a part of my life. Think about you often. xxoo
September 21, 2016
September 21, 2016
Just thinkng about and missing you today on your bday and always
Hope you have settled up there nicely and are kickin up a line dance storm. With love. Liz Armitage
Hope you have settled up there nicely and are kickin up a line dance storm. With love. Liz Armitage
March 9, 2016
March 9, 2016
I will always miss you Kathy and love you forever - miss our
Wed. night dancing and seeing you at the workshops - see you
on the other side - keep on dancing and laughing. love barb hall
Wed. night dancing and seeing you at the workshops - see you
on the other side - keep on dancing and laughing. love barb hall
January 29, 2016
January 29, 2016
As my tribute below shows, my daughter Sam is very much like me in how she expresses her emotions. She cries very easily, and over the past two weeks the two of us have shared many tears and hugs together. When Alex was about three she started to wonder why she didn't cry easy like me and Sam. She said "when I get sad, I don't usually cry...how come?" I had her call Grandma on the phone, because Grandma could probably relate better to Alex. Grandma also didn't usually cry when she was sad. From then on when we would say goodbye to Grandma and Sam and I would have tears in our eyes, Alex would announce "Grandma and I don't cry when we are sad". Alex is still feeling Grandma's absence though. Many times she has said "I can't believe we can never call Grandma again" and "I said a prayer to God asking him to make sure Grandma is happy and having fun in heaven". She also was concerned about who would look after the stuffed animals from Grandma's bed now that she was gone. She said that she would because she knew all of their names and what they liked already. Three adults spent two days looking everywhere in Grandma's house for the stuffed animals but couldn't find them. Finally it dawned on me to ask Alex and she said "well they are in the dolly beds in Grandma's craft room probably, because that is where we tucked them in when we left in the summer". Alex's emotions are often very similar to her Grandma's and Grandma had promised to help me try and figure out her complicated teenage emotions some day. Poor Alex now, stuck with emotional Sam and I.
January 29, 2016
January 29, 2016
Two days ago, as I said goodnight to my six year old daughter Sam she said "Mom, today while I was coloring I started to have tears in my eyes". When I asked her why she explained that sometimes she just thinks about Grandma and it makes her cry. Last night as I sang to her before bed I saw tears in her eyes again, and she said "I was just thinking about Grandma again". I told her that when I was sad about Grandma being gone, I liked to think about some of my most happiest memories of her. So Sam and I talked about all kinds of happy memories she had of Grandma - grandma surprising her on her fourth birthday, going to the zoo, building sand castles at the beach, coloring pictures, Xmas in July at grandmas, the lost dog we found in grandmas yard, picking vegetables with grandma in her garden and eating all of the raspberries from her raspberry bush, etc. Then Sam looked at me "you know mom, sometimes thinking about the happy memories with grandma make me sad too". Kids are so genuine with their feelings.
January 27, 2016
January 27, 2016
Death is nothing at all.
I have only slipped away to the next room.
I am I and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other, that, we still are.
Call me by my old familiar name.
Speak to me in the same way which you always used.
Put no difference into your tone.
Wear no forced air of serenity or sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me. Pray for me.
Let my name be ever the household word that it always was.
Let it be spoken without effect.
Without the trace of a shadow on it.
Life means all that it ever meant.
It is the same that it ever was.
There is absolute unbroken continuity.
Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight?
I am waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere, very near.
Just around the corner, all is well
I have only slipped away to the next room.
I am I and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other, that, we still are.
Call me by my old familiar name.
Speak to me in the same way which you always used.
Put no difference into your tone.
Wear no forced air of serenity or sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me. Pray for me.
Let my name be ever the household word that it always was.
Let it be spoken without effect.
Without the trace of a shadow on it.
Life means all that it ever meant.
It is the same that it ever was.
There is absolute unbroken continuity.
Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight?
I am waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere, very near.
Just around the corner, all is well
January 24, 2016
January 24, 2016
Mom, I miss you everyday. I recall when you told me that there is 15 years of your life that you barely remember because you were so tired the whole time. Not many people would have four kids all in 2-3 activities at a time, working, making lunches, and making sure the house was not a disaster. You sacrificed so much to make sure your kids never missed out. I'll always remember how much fun our family had on the trips to the beach, the camping trips, barbecues in the park, and the many other things you did to make sure your kids enjoy life. You really set an amazing example for me. Love you mommy. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUyW12VGUeY&sns=em
January 23, 2016
January 23, 2016
Kathy, thank you for coming into this life and showing us how it's done, with all of your strength of character, you found a balance that we all look for. The love you give willingly. The calmness you instilled to everyone in your presence, and the sense of humor about life. I will always remember that little giggle of yours. I am remembering the first time we met 45 years ago. What a beautiful night that was and what a beautiful being I have had a privilege of knowing
January 22, 2016
January 22, 2016
I was a neighbour of Kathy's for quite a few years. We kept in touch 2 or 3 times a year. Kathy was a warm ,loving and kind woman. She had a good sense of humour and was good company. To the Family: your Mom will always be there looking out for you. God Bless!
January 21, 2016
January 21, 2016
I was deeply saddened to hear that Kathy is no longer with us.
I have known Kathy most of my professional career, a career which she was very passionate about. She was always giving of her time and openly shared her extensive knowledge with others. She was an avid professional volunteer, which is where we spent many outs together. My greatest regret is that I never saw her dance......and I know she loved dancing. I hope you are dancing more now my friend......
My deepest Condolences to Kathy's family. May it help in some small way to know that others care.
You will be forever missed and remembered by me.
I have known Kathy most of my professional career, a career which she was very passionate about. She was always giving of her time and openly shared her extensive knowledge with others. She was an avid professional volunteer, which is where we spent many outs together. My greatest regret is that I never saw her dance......and I know she loved dancing. I hope you are dancing more now my friend......
My deepest Condolences to Kathy's family. May it help in some small way to know that others care.
You will be forever missed and remembered by me.
January 20, 2016
January 20, 2016
Dear Aline, Lawrie, girls and Kathy's family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you. Take good care and Godspeed. I came across a quote (unknown source) the other day and thought you and your family might appreciate it:
Grief never ends, but it changes.
It is a passage, not a place to stay.
Grief is not a sign of weakness, nor a lack of faith.
It is the price of Love.
Take good care dear friends,
Rose, Francis, Riley Stewart
Moose Jaw, Sk.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you. Take good care and Godspeed. I came across a quote (unknown source) the other day and thought you and your family might appreciate it:
Grief never ends, but it changes.
It is a passage, not a place to stay.
Grief is not a sign of weakness, nor a lack of faith.
It is the price of Love.
Take good care dear friends,
Rose, Francis, Riley Stewart
Moose Jaw, Sk.
January 19, 2016
January 19, 2016
To all of Kathy's family. Kathy was a wonderful person and friend. I worked with her for many years and was always impressed by her ability to remain calm when things were hectic. She was always a professional and enjoyed her work. Her biggest love was her family and she would tell us all of your accomplishments. I am so sorry for your loss. She will be dearly missed.
January 18, 2016
January 18, 2016
Kath (Squirt)
Thank you for forty-five years of the most wonderful memories.
You were an awesome partner, mom, grandma, sister, daughter, friend, colleague and human being. You made a difference in so many peoples lives, especially mine. Yes my love you will truly be missed but will live forever in many hearts. Everyone knows we have an angel looking out for us. Thank you for loving me. Thank you for being in my life. Thank you for everything. Hugs and Kisses and All My Love Forever.
Thank you for forty-five years of the most wonderful memories.
You were an awesome partner, mom, grandma, sister, daughter, friend, colleague and human being. You made a difference in so many peoples lives, especially mine. Yes my love you will truly be missed but will live forever in many hearts. Everyone knows we have an angel looking out for us. Thank you for loving me. Thank you for being in my life. Thank you for everything. Hugs and Kisses and All My Love Forever.
January 18, 2016
January 18, 2016
We were very sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. We remember all the good times way back when. Our condolences to Terry, Darcy, Michelle, Robynne, Chris & their families.
Bob & Dot
Bob & Dot
January 17, 2016
January 17, 2016
To Kathy's beloved Family: Terry, Darcy, Michelle, Robynne, Chris, Mom and Dad, and her beloved Grandchildren. Memories are the flowers of the heart and our Kathy has left us a spectacular garden of vivacious color, harmony and endurance that spans through her very special life and will carry on to eternity. I know that she is now at peace and is up there "maintaining order" and line-dancing with the other angels. My deepest condolences and hugs, Liz Armitage
January 16, 2016
January 16, 2016
Sending condolences to all the Arnold family. I remember your mum as a lady always on the go, in constant drop off and pick mode getting her crew to all activities, especially the pool!! I wish you all strength, warm thoughts and hugs for the loss of a such a lovely woman.
XO Tamara (Winch) and family
XO Tamara (Winch) and family
January 16, 2016
January 16, 2016
Kathy was a gift to all who knew her and it is difficult to think of this world without her. She showed all who knew her what love, friendship and goodness were all about. She brought so many happy moments to my life and left me with a treasure trove of memories. Despite her own problems, she was a never ending source of comfort during Don's illness and when he passed away. I will never forget her. I know she is watching us from heaven, bestowing her beautiful smile upon us. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this difficult time. Rest in peace, my friend.
January 16, 2016
January 16, 2016
I knew Kathy through her brother Brian. Both were so wonderfully wise, kind, intelligent and caring individuals. I am so very sorry for all of you who are left for the hole that has been created but know that Kathy, like her brother, lives on in all the good she did and the lives that she touched. Stay strong. Peace to all of you.
January 16, 2016
January 16, 2016
Condolences sent to Kathy's. Family...from the Anderson family...Kathy was always a shining light..her humor sprinkled everywhere ...so sorry to learn of her passing....hugs to you all...forever missed !!!! Well said!
Love Anne xoxoxo
Love Anne xoxoxo
January 15, 2016
January 15, 2016
Thank you Kathy for sharing your life with me, in doing so you made mine brighter. I will miss you.
January 14, 2016
January 14, 2016
I met Kathy so many years ago, she was already involved with our profession and was so supportive and inspirational to me and many other technologists. Always the epitome of professionalism, she had time to talk to anyone with a question. Always calm, thoughtful and upbeat, she quickly became a friend. Sorry to hear of her passing...Rest in Peace, Kathy...
January 14, 2016
January 14, 2016
Thank you Kathy for being my friend for all those years. You are one of the most amazing woman I have ever known. I will miss you everyday. RIP sweet lady
January 14, 2016
January 14, 2016
Memories of you Kathy will keep you near, as always.
January 14, 2016
January 14, 2016
Kathy was my friend , the kind of friend that you can never replace and will always love. She was a fierce advocate of her profession and that is how we met promoting continuing education of the sciences. I light a candle in your name as I remember how you lit up my life. " Rain scatters plum petals , weeping stains the earth , one can only take shelter and wait for clearing "
January 13, 2016
January 13, 2016
Thank you mom. Thank you for lullabies, messy popsicles, card games, packing up four kids for road trips, and endless patience. Thanks for hugs and kicks in the butt, and knowing when which one was needed Thanks for always caring what was happening in my life, no matter how mundane. Thanks for worrying about me. Thanks for listening to all my questions and endless chatter on the phone, from how to bath my newborn to what temperature I should use to cook ribs. I'll miss you mom.
January 13, 2016
January 13, 2016
I'll miss you. The world has lost a very special person. You had the most charming little laugh...didn't matter what was happening in your life, that little laugh was always there. My condolences to all your family. You were one hell of a courageous lady. Love you xxoo
January 13, 2016
January 13, 2016
Cathy was a great mentor and friend. So sorry to hear of her passing.
January 13, 2016
January 13, 2016
Kathy thank you so much for always being such a good friend to our whole family. You will be missed so much! You will be remembered for your generosity, your sense of humour and your love of life. Rest in peace, sweet friend.
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January 16
January 16
Still think about you. You were such a special person. xxoo
January 15
January 15
Mom,
Miss you so very much. Alex and Sam have got so big and I see so much of you in my parenting of teenagers. Sam gets sad when she realizes her memories of someone that loved her so much feel distant. Alex’s appearance and mannerisms often remind me of you - interesting to know a version of you both older and younger than me. So wish you were here to share all of life’s little moments.
Love,
Mikki
Miss you so very much. Alex and Sam have got so big and I see so much of you in my parenting of teenagers. Sam gets sad when she realizes her memories of someone that loved her so much feel distant. Alex’s appearance and mannerisms often remind me of you - interesting to know a version of you both older and younger than me. So wish you were here to share all of life’s little moments.
Love,
Mikki
January 14
January 14
Hi Kath… just me again wanting to check in on ya. Judy and Jane have come up to join you so hopefully you can all get together for a little bit of line dancing on Cloud 9 ….Still miss you….
Liz Armitage
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The Lab
January 20, 2016
My mom had so many friends and wonderful memories from the lab. I remember back in the 90s when new software was introduced, the logout command for the software was ",bye" and I believe several people at the lab adopted saying "comma bye" when they left for the end of the day. Mom and I would still often use that to end our phone conversations even recently "love you...comma bye!".
Mom was late one day to work in the 80s (most likely due to us kids) and she showed up at work wearing a paperbag on her head. Paperbag jokes were then being made about for years afterwards, my favorite of which was a picture that showed up taped to her locker - with a bunch of people standing with bags over their heads and a handwritten caption below "Kathy's family reuinion".
Mom also said she hated Valentine's Day (even though she would often hang a little bagie of candies on our bedroom door handles for us to find on Valentine's morning)...she said it was the silliest holiday ever and she had no idea why anyone would celebrate it. Several guys at work took this to be a challenge and each year various chocolates and flowers would show up for her at the lab, all of which made her smile. I'm not sure she hated Valentine's Day as much as she pretended.
After retiring from the lab she loved going out for the lunches with all the retired folk.
Her lab friends are an awesome group of people that is the biggest reason why she loved her work so much!
Thanks Liz, Ingo and Christine for pictures. If anyone else has any, feel free to upload them or email them to me.
Life
January 18, 2016
by Terry Arnold
Kath
Lived life to the fullest even after being diagnosed with cancer. She never complained and enjoyed every moment of life.
She laughed tons, lived all out, and loved always and of course danced as much as she could. She was truly remarkable and inspirational. She truly smelled the roses and found joy in what she had not what she lost. My journey begain 45 years ago with Kath and I loved her from the beginning to forever. I was one lucky man to have found her. She made my life complete and I'm so thankful for her. A few years ago my son Chris looked at his mom and said "Mom you were a machine" You were 32 with four children six years apart in age all involved in activities, you were working, running children to doctors and you still made sure special occassions were special. You made meals cleaned house went to all parent teacher interviews. He couldn't believe how she kept it all together and with all this she made life long friends and was there for them when needed. A truly remarkable woman and human being. Bravo Kath Bravo
Dancing
January 17, 2016
My mom loved dancing as a child, and possibly even more so as an adult. She loved the music, loved the feeling of dancing and most importantly loved all of her dancing friends. The past year the dancers went out of their way to bring food, drive to chemo appointments, drop by for visits and find ways to keep mom dancing even on weeks she was feeling poor from the chemo. She said she always noticed a big difference in how she felt after getting some dancing in. Dance classes have been unpredictable and inconsistent over the past few years, but everyone just happily rolled with it. Mom's dancing friends had a special place in her heart.
Thanks Sandy Kidd for the recent set of photos I added to the photo gallery! If others have photos, feel free to upload them or if you want to contact me for an email address, I can give that out for you to send photos to and then I can upload them for you.
Michelle/Mikki