Katherine "Kathy" L. Smith
June 21, 1960 ~ October 24, 2024
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Katherine (“Kathy”) L. Smith, 64, died on Thursday, October 24, 2024, after a courageous battle with bulbar-onset ALS. A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 11, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Life.Church, 3210 N. Maize Rd., Wichita, KS 67205.
Kathy was a remarkable woman who lived life with endless energy and a heart full of love. She was never one to sit still, always filling her days with projects, gardening, shopping trips, and, most of all, time spent with her family. Her dedication to her children, grandchildren, and friends was unmatched, and she showed her love through every thoughtful gesture and act of kindness, especially in her last days. Kathy was a hair stylist. She lived life to the fullest and always made everything so fun. She never stopped dancing and making her loved ones laugh.
Kathy is preceded in death by her parents, Ronald E. and Betty J. Keith (Atkinson) and brother, Greg A. Keith. She is survived by her husband, Mark E. Smith; daughter, Ashley L. Wiechman; son, Austin T. Wiechman (Aubrey); daughter, Ayrin L. Wiechman; sister, Cindy S. Doles; step-daughters, Lindsey M. Goodwin (Ryan) and Jenny C. Smith; grandchildren, Hurley P. Pinegar; Reese E. Pinegar; Bennett J. Roush; McCoy T. Wiechman; Remi N. Wiechman, Dax G. Wiechman; Easton L. Goodwin; Harper M. Goodwin; and Noah E. Jacobs; and nieces, Hannah M. and Claire R. Doles.
Kathy’s warmth, resilience, and boundless love will be profoundly missed by all who knew her. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of those she touched.
Services provided by: Downing & Lahey West Mortuary
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Kathy, I have so very many memories of times spent with you over the years. We have laughed and cried together on so many occasions. You had some tough years to get through but you never let anything keep you down. Your zest for life was an inspiration for anyone who knew you. I’ll hold you in my heart forever. I miss you and I love you!! Deb Ball
Kathy loved her plants and her plants loved her! I hope the tree is as beautiful as she was!
I was so lucky to know Kathy, we share two awesome grand daughters
I will miss her very much in the future as they grow up. It was a joy to know her & how much love she shared.
Kathy was one of the very first ladies I met when I moved to Wichita. We had countless hours of fun at the pool in reflection Ridge. There was never a dull moment when you were around her. She was a n I perpetration to so many people. Always loved how she would decorate her home.
She will be greatly missed. My heartfelt condolences go to your family. Rest in peace sweet lady. Elona Ruffo
My beautiful friend, I will miss your happy attitude and smile and your high energy of fun! Spread your wings and fly! I love you!
Kathy was my amazing, beautiful, happy, funny & high energy friend, for 30+ years. She could design on a dime and was always there for me! I will miss you my beautiful friend. Spread your wings and fly girl! Thank you for watching over all of us. We will be together again some day!
We were so fortunate to have you in our lives.Spread your wings & fly with angels, Kathy
I am so honored I was able to get to know Kathy during her remarkable life. May the memories you have with her bring you all comfort and peace. With love, Shaunna