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Kay Alvey Obituary
Kay was preceded in death by her parents, Richard & Alice Taylor, Sister, Barbara Taylor Maycock, and nieces, Kristie & Susan Maycock. She is survived by her husband, Vaughn, sister, Janet Burningham, Children, Brett (Laura), Shad, Cody (Shannon), Kirsten & Cassie. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren who she adored Lexi, Caden, Colton, Easton, Boston, Kinnley, Ryan, Taylor, Tommy & Jane.
A viewing will be held Thursday, April 23rd from 6:00pm - 8:00pm at Mountain View Memorial, 3115 East 7800 South, Cottonwood Heights, Utah. Funeral services will be held, Friday April 24th at the South Mountain Stake Center, 1911 East 14100 South, Draper, Utah. Friends may call from 10:30am - 11:45am prior to the services. Interment- Holladay Memorial Park, 4900 Memory Lane Holladay, Utah. Funeral Directors, Holladay-Cottonwood Mortuary. Memories may be shared at www.holladaycottonwoodmortuary.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Kay Alvey
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Debi brockbank
May 16, 2015
Dear Vaughn and family,
I am absolutely heart-broken that I didn't hear about Kay's passing until this evening! I'm deeply sorry for your parting from your adorable mom and wife! I loved her and deeply admired her!!!
Please know if I'd been in town- I would've been there for you all!
Much love, and my prayers go out to all of you! Sweet Kay! How I'll miss her!
Xo Deb Brockbank
Joan Cichos
April 29, 2015
Vaughn and Family,
I was so sorry to learn of Kay's death. It is so hard to lose a loved one. Reading about her love of the sports sure brought back good memories.. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers
Michael Thompson
April 27, 2015
Vaughn,
My heart aches for you, you two were such a tandem. Kay is such a wonderful, loving, kind, sweet, person. Memories have swelled in my mind since I heard the news about Kay. I will never forget how excited dad was when you joined him in going to Elko over the fourth of July weekend years ago. You are still a shinning star and mentor to many, may God bless and comfort you in your loss at this difficult time. We love you and your family, and will pray for peace and the comfort and knowledge that Kay is well again. Love to you always.
Tiffani Airmet
April 24, 2015
Sending love to the whole Alvey family. Your moms love will be with everyone who she has touched. I cannot make the funeral but wanted your family to know how many people care about you in your time of loss.
April 24, 2015
I've always adored Kay, and loved her calm kindness, and compassion. She was a great example to me and my children of grace under fire. I'll be forever grateful for the love and support both Vaughn and Kay showed to our family.
Love,
Alice Bigelow
April 24, 2015
Alvey family, I sat thru many ball games next to Kay. We chased kids up and down the bleachers. She was always such a loving, kind, softspoken women. We are so sorry for your loss.
The Haymond Family
Tracy Duckworth
April 24, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as we all mourn the loss of such a wonderfull woman. Kay has been such an example of love and strength for all who ever met her. She always had a kind word or a friendly hello to any and all who crossed her path. We miss her already and know that she will be fondly remembered as a pillar of faith and courage as she fearlessly delt with her challenges while maintaining her love and compassion to the end. May the Lord bless the Alvey family during this difficult time and watch over them through this transition. All our Love, Tracy & Lorie Duckworth and family.
Amy/Steve Cornelius/Broadhead
April 24, 2015
Kay Alvey is someone that I think of often because she made a lasting impact on my life. She is my favorite Young Women leader that I ever had and I also babysat her boys many times. When Kay and Vaughn came to our ward in Holladay she was made the leader of our Beehive group. We had a big active group and she was really not that much older than us!! She took the time to gather all the girls and "kidnap" us in the early morning hours when it was our birthday and take us to breakfast at Dees in Holladay. The birthday person always had to go in pajamas. Kay always was laughing and giving sincere compliments. She was just so much fun to be around and everyone felt better about themselves when we were in her presence. She is surely going to be missed but will always be remembered for the love that she so freely shared.
April 24, 2015
We're so sorry for your loss. What a sweet, sweet woman she is, and will be missed by many. She was one of the first people to welcome us to Pepperwood, and helped to make us feel included.
love,
Todd and Jeannette England
April 23, 2015
So sorry to hear about Kay. Both of my daughters, Heather & Heidi Olsen played softball under the teaching of Vaughn & family... What a great family to all.
John Olsen
April 23, 2015
Brett, Laura and the Alvey family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We hope you feel the love and strength of family tries at this bittersweet time.
Love cousin Holly Reynolds and family
Jan Yost West
April 23, 2015
Kirsten, I am so sorry for your loss. She is a beautiful lady. My father also passed away from complications of Inclusion Body Myositis. He faught it courageously as well. He passed away at 70-years-old just about 9 years ago today. My fathers example of courage and perserverance to the end will continualy give me strength as I journey through my own life and face my own challenges. I hope your mother will give you the strength you may need as well. Every once in a while I get suddle reminders that he is still aware of me on this earth, especially during challenging times, no doubt you will to. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Charlie & Kristie Engar
April 23, 2015
Charlie and I were so saddened to hear of Kay's passing. She was the very first person to welcome us, (with cookies, of course), when we moved into Pepperwood. When I think of Kay, I think of a smile; always a smile. When I think of you, Vaughn, I think of complete devotion and the true love of service. You are the perfect couple - now and always. May there be peace in the Alvey home and in your hearts. Simply put, Kay was wonderful! You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill and Melissa Robertson
April 22, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Alvey family. Kay was a beautiful person inside and out. We have great memories of living in your ward and being associated with your family.
Jeanne Shelton
April 22, 2015
I was so sad to hear of Kay's passing. What a beautiful, talented, and loving person she was and what an amazing legacy she leaves behind. I will always remember coming to Alice and Dick's home when I was a child, and loved playing with Kay and Janet. I also remember many fun Taylor Christmas parties at the Alvey home. Unfortunately, we are still in Arizona, but I just wanted to send my love and prayers to Vaughn, Janet, and all her beautiful children, and grandchildren.
John and Lenore Ashby
April 22, 2015
We were so sorry to hear of Kay's passing and want you to know your family is in our thoughts and prayers. She was truely a special lady! May God's comfort and blessings be with you.
April 22, 2015
Passing along my deepest sympathy to Vaughn and family. Although I didn't know Kay, she sounds like a wonderful woman who positively influenced many lives. God's blessings to all of you.
Doug Lindaman
Iowa ASA
Celeste Hunter (Chavez)
April 22, 2015
Alvey family ~
I remember Kay, just as described in her obituary. My heart and prayers go out to you all...
Lisa Thomas
April 21, 2015
I have never known a more lovely, gracious woman than Kay. She was so loving and accepting of everyone - truly a Christlike person. She had such a joy and enthusiasm for life; she endured her trials with grace. She had a wonderful sense of humor; you always felt cheered and uplifted after being around her - that was one of her many talents. May your family feel her loving presence with you. We love you all! Lisa Thomas and family
April 21, 2015
We can't tell you how sad we are about Kay's passing. We truly loved her and your family. May you feel of our prayers and thoughts for you all at this time. She was an amazing woman! We love you, Tammy and Bob Neslen
Troy Dana
April 21, 2015
I was so lucky to have known Kay Alvey at an early age. She was like a 2nd mom to me growing up. Our families enjoyed many great times and memories together.
During the last several years when I would see her she always had a smile on her face even while battling her illness. She is such a great lady and example to us all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Alvey's. We love you guys!
Troy and Courtney Dana and kids.
Aj Anderson
April 21, 2015
Alvey family,
I am so very sorry for your loss!
May you all be blessed with peace and comfort during this difficult time; and when you need and miss her most in life that you'll be enveloped by her loving presence.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brent & Carol Wightman
April 21, 2015
Vaughn and family, You have our deepest condolences. We are sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts. We love you and we love Kay.
Clark and Paula Christensen
April 21, 2015
Vaughn and family,
May your wonderful memories help you through this time. We are so sorry.
April 21, 2015
What a beautiful and wonderful lady Kay was. I loved being around her. I was so happy to see both of you at the 3rd ward reunion. It was really great to talk to Kay there. I loved her smile and her wonderful laugh. I loved being around her so much. I wish I had called her more. Bless all of your family and your dear husband. Vaughn I can't say enough about you and how wonderful and kind and sweet you were to Kay. I watched you with her and I was so impressed. We truly care so much.
April 21, 2015
I remember some fun times with Kay. We had lots of good laughs. She was so very sweet and nice. I always liked her so much. What a wonderful beautiful lady. I loved her smile and especially her laugh because she thought I was funny. I was so happy to see and talk to Kay and you Vaughn at the 3rd ward reunion. I really missed her after you moved to Pepperwood. I really cared so much for her. Kay I love you and can't wait to see you again. Vaughn you were so wonderful to Kay and I always noticed how wonderful and sweet you were to her. Bless you for your great care and all you did for her. I always liked Kay from the minute I met her. We enjoyed being together and laughed a lot. I missed you both when you left Holladay. Bless all of you.
Randy Christensen
April 21, 2015
She was a great example to so many and I'm sure had no idea how many lives she impacted. Prayers are with the wonderful Alvey family.
Tom and Diane Keller
April 21, 2015
Kay was a beautiful and outgoing lady. Always willing to have a house full of her kids friends at their house. Our son J.D.spent much time there hanging with Brett & the gang. We played tennis together at the pepperwood courts & had a ball. She will be greatly missed.
Rosalind Callahan
April 21, 2015
Prayers to the families ... So sorry for your loss.
April 21, 2015
You have my deepest sympathy. May the God of loyal love comfort the family during your time of sorrow. Psalm 119:76
Richard Ross
April 21, 2015
Vaughn and Family:
We are so sorry for your loss.
Rich & Laurel Ross
April 21, 2015
What a fun and wonderful devoted Mother, Grandmother, Wife and Friend. We'll miss that smile and the love she has shown to all... :)
Brad & Marianne Duckworth
April 21, 2015
It was my great blessing and honor to work with Kay when she was primary president and Vaughn and I served as counselors in the 18th ward bishopric. Kay was one of the sweetest, kindest, most loving people I have ever known.
Vaughn, I love you like a brother and I know what you are going through now but I also know how strong you are both physically and spiritually.
When I heard I came by to see you on Saturday but no one was home I was so sorry that I missed you. I just wanted to give you a big "bear hug"
So thankful for the time that I have known you and Kay. She will be missed by so many. You have a wonderful and loving family and you will all be together again one day Love to all of the Alvey family,
Scott Wilson
Linda & John Judy
April 21, 2015
We remember Kay and Vaughn through various sports and Church assignments, but I always remember how inspiring Kay's messages were. She had a strong love for the Lord and it showed in her every action. She was loving and generous and we all loved her. I bet she is running around today, enjoying life!!!
Joe Perry
April 21, 2015
Every young man that knew Kay in the '60s including me loved her at least a little, perhaps because she was beautiful in body, spirit and mind. One of the many times we laughed together came in high school when I called a columbine a concubine and claimed I didn't know what the latter was.
Scott Donaldson
April 21, 2015
May God bless you, Vaughn, and your wonderful family. Kay was one of those rare souls who lifted and inspired throughout her entire life! What a great reunion you'll have some day.
April 20, 2015
If it hadn't been for Kay, helping me with Mr. Beards English assignments, I would still be repeating 8th grade, at Hillside Jr. High. Growing up, Kay was the "Proverbial" girl next door......she was personable, smart, kind and beautiful. It was a privilege to have known her and enjoy her friendship.
Clark Alvey
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