This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Kate Marshall, 15, born on October 17, 2001 and passed away on May 12, 2017. Her memory will live on in these photos, stories, and glimpses of an amazing young lady who touched so many lives.
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Leave a tributeShe was in my PE class freshman year, and we had one day where we had to do a workout with people from the army and national guard. The reason that I bring it up is that at the beginning the military officials announced that they would be looking for a leader among the students. Kate was in my group, and she was determined to be a leader and to encourage us. I was so impressed because she was obviously really tired like all of us, but she was determined to motivate us all. Most of the other people who were trying to get their attention had burned out by the time the workout was up, but not Kate. She stayed strong the entire time and didn't waver, keeping up her energy, encouraging us, and smiling the whole time. That was just a very strong show of character to me. (She was also the one they picked at the end) Kate was a model for kindness, hard work, and dedication.
Happy birthday Kate!!! You are loved and missed more than you know.
I met the Marshall's through softball and we all became good friends. Kate and my daughter Abby have played on the same club team since they were 9 years old. I will always remember Kate falling asleep in the funniest places (on top of a cooler, with a rock for a pillow, etc.). She amazed me with her ability to take a good nap anywhere at any time and wake up ready to play ball.
I will never forget Kate and Abby running after a deer at Willow Lane one night last year (as we were setting up fences for a tournament). They ran yelling "Mr. Deer" with their arms open, as the deer ran the other way.
As I struggle to make sense of it all I realize how truly lucky I was to know her. She was a remarkable young lady and I truly miss her so much.
Much prayers and love to her family and everyone who had the privilege to know Kate. We will all miss her forever.
"Parents:
As many of you have heard we lost a very talented and charming young lady in our organization last week. Kate Marshall was part of the Blast for the past five years and a member of Rocky's High School Varsity team. I met the Marshall family six years ago when my daughter played with Kate on the 10U MYB All-Stars, that's when they became part of my family. Many of you may wonder why do I coach and spend so much time with your daughters past and present. Yes part of the reason is because of my own daughter, but a big part for me is people like Kate. She was one of the hardest working and most generous girls I've had the privilege to be around. Kate never asked why, she just did and always with a smile on that face of hers. She not only was a player but a mentor to the younger girls, as she had helped me at a few practices last year while the rest of her team was playing high school ball. Kate will always have a piece of my heart. As I've had time to reflect on this tragic situation, I've realized that I will be a better coach for your daughters present and future because of her. Hug your kids a little longer and let them know what they mean to you, I know I did."
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This is one of my favorite memories with Kate. We were in Twin Falls at the annual tournament they hold there. We were both sick as dogs &' could barely play &' just how miss Kate always took naps whenever she could squeeze one in, we were napping together. We were both so tired &' so sick we didn't want anyone else to catch whatever awful thing we had so we decided we would nap together. I will cherish the memories I have with beautiful Kate forever and she will always hold a very special place in my heart.