Katherine S. Kentfield
Posted By Brent Shehorn On January 29, 2024 @ 1:21 pm In Obituaries | 16 Comments
Katherine S. Kentfield, 44, of China Spring, passed away on Thursday morning, January 25, 2024 at a local hospital.
Celebration Gathering: 5 to 7PM Friday, March 8 at the China Spring Tabernacle.
Katie was born September 24, 1979 in Santa Monica, California, to Suzanne and Ronald Kentfield. After attending Woodbridge High School in Irvine, CA she joined her mom and stepfather in Waco in 2001.
Warm, compassionate, and loving to all, Katie was truly a bright light. She raised the energy level everywhere she went, always making new friends all along the way. Ever creative and up for a challenge, she always had craft projects in process, and created joy all around her, whether avidly supporting her kids in all their sports and activities, or just “kicking back” with friends and family at home or at the ranch. She nurtured that sense of adventure in her beloved children as well. She paid close attention to the wonders in nature all around her and she pleased God by creating joy in everyone she touched with her vibrance.
Katie remained upbeat and determined throughout an all-consuming 20-year battle with Scleroderma and a brutal two-year battle when the final symptoms took over. Now she is finally at peace.
She was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Kentfield; and sister, Korinne Beatty.
She is survived by her daughters, Samantha Schuerg and Lilly Kentfield; mother, Suzanne Kentfield Wilson and stepfather, Charles Wilson; brother-in-law, Tim Beatty; step-brother, Graham Wilson and wife, Jennifer; step-sister, Abigail Newton and husband, Charles Newton; and several nieces and nephews.
The family asks that any memorials be made in the form of donations to Fuzzy Friends, 6321 Airport Rd, Waco, TX 76708.
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I love you so much Katie Sue. I will forever miss our late nights talks and days by the river & lake! We love you and the girls so very much! I’ll keep living the sunshine days for you! Tell Kori hi! <3
Katie, your light was the brightest. If all of us could look at life the way you did, treat others the way you did, and make people feel the way you did, this world would be a better place. Your beautiful spirit will be tremendously missed. God bless your family. Sending big hugs and lots of love.
I’m heartbroken to hear that Katie has passed away. Bright light gone far too soon. I have wonderful memories of Katie treating me with kind open arms when I moved to Irvine my junior year and joined the volleyball team at Woodbridge HS. She was a talented athlete and kind friend always smiling. Sending my deepest condolences to Katie’s family and friends.
I’m sorry for your loss. She will be remembered.
You will forever be loved and missed my sweet friend. You were a joy to be around and a honor to know. Your light will forever shine. We love you and will always cherish and remember our short time with you.
Love Patrick and Angela
Sweet Katie. She was so full of life and warmth. Always friendly and kind. Even in high school, when so many put up hard exteriors, Katie was always open and loving. Rest sweet girl, rest.
With Love & Appreciation,
Stefanie Bernritter
We will miss you Katie Lady!! Sweet, beautiful girl, we had alot of fun times together, lots of laughs, we love you girl!
Karen & Mike
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Oh sweet Katie ❤️ I met you 4 years ago at a softball game when my girls use to play! You were the only softball mom that welcomed me and my girls. We had some great times together. I will not only miss you but our long talks as well! You were the sweetest kindest person I ever met! I’m so blessed that God brought you into my life. I’ll forever miss you. I love you BIG! Give my son a big hug for me! ❤️❤️❤️
You will be missed dearly Katie, from your CNB family. We really enjoyed seeing you here at the bank with a smile that could light up the room. Get your beauty sleep, Katie!!
Dear Sweet Katie Lady, you left us way to soon. You will be forever in my heart. I am truly Blessed to have crossed paths with you. We had many laughs and tears together. My deepest condolences to the family and everyone that held her dear to their hearts. I Pray that God will help the family through this very sad and difficult time. I will see you on the Other Side my sweet friend.
I Love you,
Bonita
My heart goes out to Katie’s girls and her family and loved ones.
I knew Katie in middle school and high school. She was a very sweet girl. She was always smiling and very bubbly. The type of person who brought positive energy into the room.
I’m sorry you suffered so much in your short life. I know your girls were everything to you.
Rest well Katie. ❤️
Hard to believe wasn’t long ago i helped level her pool. She was a good girl and will be missed.
Katie was always the “other Katie” to me growing up. Except she was much more talented in sports. Yet she never made me feel lesser, and constantly showed an inner and outer beauty rare for a teenager. She was such a lovely person, and fought this disease so bravely. I’m blessed to have known her. Sending her kids, family and friends so much love. Rest in Peace, brave warrior.
Katie Sue/Noodle-
From the moment we met- we were a force to be reckoned with! I don’t even know how to express my feelings to you. We have been friends through our teens, 20’s, 30’s, and 40’s! We were just texting about we couldn’t believe we were 44 years old. We have been exchanging Snowmen ornaments since we were 21 years old. I just received my annual Snowman ornament and Snowman Soup Kit (cutest and most clever idea- but that is Katie). I promise to keep the tradition alive with your girls. I love you and I will forever miss you. I hope you grabbed some Del Taco Del Sorcho, for Kori! I love you
sorry to hear. My friend Levent Ozcakir dated her in high-school. RIP
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We will forever miss you , sweet angel. You were the definition of a true friend. Love, Julia and Caleb.