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Kaitlin Overstreet Obituary

Miss Kaitlin Marie Overstreet-- A native and lifelong resident of Mobile, AL died Sunday, January 1, 2006. Kaitlin was a senior at McGill-Toolen Catholic High School where she lettered as a pole vaulter and member of the varsity track team, was an honor student and played basketball her freshman and sophomore year. She was a member of the Mobile Azalea Trail Maids, listed Who's Who among American High School Students, was a student ambassador and was voted most valuable player on the Track Team her sophomore year. Kaitlin received Congressional Nomination to the U. S. Naval Academy from Congressman Jo Bonner and received scholarship offers from Spring Hill College and the University of Alabama -Birmingham. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry (Minna Marie) Overstreet and her maternal grandfather, VanCleave Koppersmith, Sr. She is survived by her mother, Karen Koppersmith, of Mobile, AL; her father, Kent (Raisa) Overstreet, of Pensacola, FL; one sister, Katherine Elizabeth Koppersmith, of Mobile, AL; her maternal grandmother, Mrs. VanCleave (Norma) Koppersmith, Sr., of Mobile, AL; her uncles, Mr. and Mrs. VanCleave (Ginger) Koppersmith, Jr, of Mobile, AL and Dr. and Mrs. Dan (Ginger) Koppersmith, of Houston, TX; her great-aunt, Sara Greaub; her great-uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Herman (Maxine) Vinson; her cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Brad (Nicki) Dean, of Madison, MS, VanCleave Koppersmith, III and Heath Koppersmith; and other relatives and many close friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 A. M. on Wednesday, January 4, 2006 from Corpus Christi Catholic Church. The family will receive friends from 9 A. M. until 11:30 A. M. on Wednesday at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to McGill-Toolen Catholic High School. Funeral arrangements by RADNEY FUNERAL HOME, Dauphin Street Extension, Mobile, Alabama 36606.

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Published by Press-Register on Jan. 3, 2006.

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Belenda Webb (Vinson)

January 27, 2006

Kent, You know that Deborah (having lost a daughter)& I, (having lost my only child), know what a hard time this is for you & Karen & extended family. There is nothing we can say that will really help at this time. All we can say is that in "TIME" it will become bearable & to just pray, pray, pray to get by minute by minute, day by day. We love you & are always praying for you & family. Your cousin....Belenda

Linda

January 8, 2006

To the family:

I heard of this terrible accident from my cousin who used to live in Mobile. She said she saw Kaitlin's picture in the paper, and was specially touched by the article of your precious daughter..What a life she lived during her short time here. Our sympathy goes out to you, your family & friends during this terrible loss. I know you will miss her so much. I pray God will give you strength to face each tomorrow, and that one day you will see her again..as we all hope to see our loved ones that have gone on before.

When this life is over...we shall have a better one some day!

God Bless and keep you all until he calls you home.

With deepest Sympathy,

Nellie Johns

January 5, 2006

Kent and Karen,



I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I can't believe that time goes by so fast. I can remember babysitting her when she was little. I know that she is watching over us.

Trisha Galle

January 3, 2006

Dear Karen and Norma,

I was so sad to hear about your Kaitlin. There are no words to comfort you, but your faith will give you strength. Know that you are all in my prayers and thoughts.

Trisha

Paulette Burnes Salanon

January 3, 2006

Kent and Karen,

I am sorry to hear of Kaitlin's accident. It saddens me to think of your hurt. I know you will miss her very much. You raised an exceptional young lady and I know she will be missed by all.

Deepest sympathy to all.

Jeana Murawske

January 3, 2006

I am so very sorry for your loss. In sorrowed time like these it is so hard to truely understand why God allows such sorrow to fall upon us. We can only be strong in our faith and trust in God. For He is truely the only one that knows why Kaitlin's life was so short. Be joyful though and remember all of the joy and happiness that she brought into so many peoples lives. Remember that we are all put here with a predistined plan, to serve God in some manner. Kaitlin fulfilled the job that God had for her to do, and now she has entered into God's kingdom to receive her crown of glory. She is loved and will always be remembered. My pray for the family is to have the peace and strength to go foward trusting in God, so that one day you will once again be united with not only Kaitlin but all of God's angels to live in joyous peace.

Kathy DuCloux Condon

January 3, 2006

Karen,

I read of your daughter's death just today. I am so sorry and offer my sympathy. I know your grief must be terrible and I will pray for you to have the strength to overcome such a loss. Please know that I still remember a lovely girl with a giving personality and hopefully, one day soon, I can offer sympathy in person.

Heidi Zavros

January 3, 2006

Kaitlin was one of my best friends and I cannot even begin to express my sadness at her passing. She was a wonderful person who loved life and was looking forward to college next year. My prayers, as well as those of my family, are with all of you and I know how much Kaitlin will be missed. Kaitlin, I love you and I appreciate your friendship. God Bless you. Love, Heidi

Scott & Misti Grantham

January 3, 2006

We are so sorry for your loss. We enjoyed having Kaitlin on the Trail Maids trips. Your family is in our prayers.

Scott & Misti Grantham

Kingdom Coach

Alicia Deakle

January 3, 2006

I am so sorry for the loss of this young child. I am a mother of a two year old daughter, and could not imagine the hurt this family feels. I do not know this girl, but my husband and myself helped out at a accident. I am trying to search and find the outcome of the young girl we helped. This would have happened New years Eve. If this is the correct family please contact me, if not Im so sorry for your loss, God Bless and take care.

Alicia

Mary Gallagher

January 3, 2006

To Kaitlin's family.

Our prayers are with you all during this sad time. I know there is nothing that can be said to comfort you. Kaitlin is with God and loved ones, please find comfort in knowing that.

Larry, Denise & Nick Davis

January 3, 2006

May God give you peace; strength and a promise to one day see her again! May your grief and pain be lifted to our gracious God for comfort! Always praying for you all!

Rindy Moorehead

January 3, 2006

I had the previledge of meeting Kaitlin when she came over to study with my daughter for Latin and she made a lasting impression. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May God help you and yours find peace.

marisa strong

January 3, 2006

May God be with you and your family at this time of sorrow. I will keep your family and your daughter in my prayers.

Todd Sylvester

January 3, 2006

I'm so sorry for her passing. She was one of the most vivacious members of the youth group. She was truly a friend to all. Kaitlin will be heartily missed- never forgotten.

Kelli Henderson

January 3, 2006

You & your family are in my thoughts and prayers.



Kindest Regards,

Kelli Henderson/Fisher Brown Insurance, Pensacola FL

Mr. and Mrs. Murphy and Family

January 3, 2006

We mourn the loss of your daughter.

Mr. Kevin Murphy

Mrs. Julia (Oyler) Murphy

Rachel, Benjamin, Timothy and Danielle Murphy

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