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Katherine Baber Obituary

BABER,Katherine Surrounded by her family, Katherine Baber, peacefully passed in her home at Baechtel Creek Village in Willits, CA on the morning of January 2, 2011. She was proceeded in death by her husband, Robert E. Baber (d. 1999). Katherine, better known in Willits as Kathy, is survived by her three sons and their families: David and Becky Crothers of Willits; Dan and Kathi Crothers of Redwood Valley and their children, Randy Crothers, Michelle and Scott Bozzoli, Cristine Crothers, Tamara and Kenny Williams; Dean and Cindy Crothers of Windsor and their daughters, Kimberly and Stephanie; and, great grand children, Dane, Aidan and Brylan Bozzoli, and Ivonaka Williams. Kathy Baber demonstrated strength, commitment and service to her family and to the Willits community. She was active up to the last chapter she wrote. The community is invited to help celebrate her life at the Baechtel Creek Village Community Room in Willits, CA, Saturday, January 15, 2011, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Remembrances of Kathy can be sent to Dean Crothers, c/o 21 Alder Court, Willits, CA 95490. Contributions in her name may be made to American Cancer Society.

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Published by Press Democrat from Jan. 12 to Jan. 14, 2011.

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Pauline Brumley

January 30, 2011

I was so sorry to hear the news of Kathy's passing from Paulette. She has been an Avon customer of mine for a few years. We didn't see each other very often. She would call in her orders and pick them up at Upper Level. My sincere condolences to all the family.

Jan Patereau

January 28, 2011

Kathy was such a wonderful lady, always smiling and happy. She was definately an asset to her community and raised a wonderful family. I am so sorry for their loss.

Lisa Overholt

January 16, 2011

I worked at Fitness World for 10 years. Kathy was a huge inspiration in my life. I also had the honor of being on the Board for CDC with her. She was always involved with trying to better the community in one way or another. Kathy was so loved and respected my those who had the privilege of knowing her. She will be missed! My condolences to her family...

Penny Cavanaugh Fonzi

January 14, 2011

Dearest Dean and families;
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. Thoughts and prayers go to you and the entire family in this time of need.

January 14, 2011

I worked for Kathy at Willits Fitness World. She was a wonderful person and the greatest boss!
I am sorry for her family.

Christine Veach

Heather Blough

January 13, 2011

Kathy was loved, respected, and admired by many. I feel incredibly lucky and blessed that my life was touched by this amazing woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Trude Buck

January 12, 2011

Dear Dean, David, Dan & Families,

I want to express my deepest sympathy for all of you in this time of sorrow. Although Kathy has left this world she will never leave our hearts.

Kathy is one of my long time Dear Friends. Even though we haven't lived close to each other for years, we have kept in touch. Mainly through e-mails the past few years. Now, each day I go to my computer expecting what was usually a daily one from her, only to remember that there will not be anymore. I will miss her daily contacts and most of all her wonderful sense of humor.

I was raised in Willits and like Kathy graduated from Willits High. For a time Kathy, Jeanne Pimblett and I were roomates. I am glad for my good memories of her.

May Our Lord Jesus comfort all of you.

Love & my Prayers

January 12, 2011

Dear Dean, Dan and David and Families, i was so sadden to read about your moms passing. She was an awesome lady and was thought of highly. We will all miss her. Even though i don't live in Willits anymore, i always ask my Cathy about her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Love and Prayers always, Bonnie Harrison

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