Kathleen A. Abendroth

Kathleen Abendroth Obituary

Kathleen A. ABENDROTH 20 August 1937 ~ 10 April 2011 Kathi's short, but valorous battle with cancer came to a sudden and unexpected end, although thankfully, quite peaceful was her passing. This was her second battle with the dreaded "C", having survived the previous seven years cancer free. Born in Seattle, WA unto John and Eleanor (Geary) Judkins. Kathi spent her childhood growing up on Sunset Hill, and graduated from Holy Angels High School in 1955. Also in 1955 she married her soul mate and love of her life, Ray "Ab" Abendroth. They would spend the next 56 years entwined, raising four children, then with an empty nest embarking on a journey of self exploration and adventure. Since 1960 they lived in a great home, with much history, in the heart of Ballard. Mom took great pride in her home and her yard, never failing to impress. Family gatherings always had that special touch and one could always find her out tinkering in her often highly complimented gardens. On a whim Kathi began researching her and Ray's family heritage about 30 years ago and impressively compiled a genealogical record that stretched back into the early 1600's. Her and Ray embarked on many trips across the U.S. and Europe to see new found relatives and friends and gather new family knowledge. She was the founder and originating president of the Judkins Family Assoc. What Kathi valued most was spending time with family and friends, she has touched all our hearts and will be deeply missed. We Love You! Kathi is preceded in death by her husband Ray, who passed only 4 weeks prior. They exchanged vows all those years ago to be together "until death do we part" and yet they were only apart for 27 days before being reunited. Soul mates they truly are, "together forever", they begin their new journey hand in hand. She is also preceded in death by her parents, John and Eleanor; her brother, J.J. and her sister, Maureen. Kathi is survived by her loving children, Ron, Don, Scott (Gloria), Susie (Kris); 6 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins; last but not least is her pup "Cookie". Eternal rest grant unto her, O'Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May the soul of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at 11:00a.m. at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church located @ 5816 15th Ave. N.W., Seattle, WA 98107. Reception following. Burial services will be held that afternoon @ Calvary Cemetery, 5041 35th Ave. N.E., Seattle, WA 98105. All are welcome. Remembrances may be made to the Medic One Foundation, MS 359747, 325 Ninth Ave., Seattle, WA 98104-2420. Sign Kathi's Guest Book at www.Legacy.com.

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Published by The Seattle Times on Apr. 17, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Kathleen Abendroth

7 Entries

Susie Abendroth

April 28, 2011

Oh how I miss my lovely Mother, so filled with words of wisdom & advise. I got up from the computer to call her with a question the other day only to be disappointed that she is no longer here to help me. Mom was wonderful and she sure put up with alot from us 4 kids but alway's loved each of us the same! Truly I miss her & I know she and my sweet, sweet Dad are together forever as they promised to be. Going in the house every day just isn't the same. Love and memories fill my heart up & I will think of my parents every day of my life.

Susie (Suz) Abendroth

Bertie Williams

April 19, 2011

One can take the child out of Maine but never the Maine out of the child. I met Kathi because of a 180 year old relationship that spanned the breath of our nation. Her Jedediah served with my Jonathan's cousins in Capt, Geo. Towle's Lincoln Rifle Company in the Protection and Defense of the Northeastern Frontier in 1839. We shared family stories, traded archival records and Kathi-I will get their names on a memorial wall so that all who paddle the Allagash, watch the bi-athalon at Fort Kent and ski Sugar Loaf mountain remember that it was the sacrifices of others that make the joy of today exist. See ya later, Sweetie and give hugs to all we know when you get there.

Carrie Judkins (Millien)

April 19, 2011

My beautiful Aunt Kathi how I will miss hearing your voice, your guidance I have always had for my whole life, the scoldings when I needed them but hated because I knew you were right everytime (lol) but most of all your unconditional LOVE you had for not only me but for all of us kids/family. It tears me up to have lost the 2 most important people in my life but know you will be never truly be very far from me, you or Uncle Ray. How different my life would have been had I not had you there to guide me along. All the memories I will have of you will never fade (fruit salad for a week to teach me never to steal again worked lol). I can see you and Uncle Ray dancing in the skies above & keeping my parents from doing what they did best lol.... You're holding our Dale and keeping him close until we are all together again which gives me so much comfort. I don't think anyone will ever understand the bond that I had with you and Uncle Ray and NO ONE will ever know the true strength of my LOVE for you. You were and will always be who I strive so hard to be like. I Thank God I left my jacket at your house when I was up there for Uncle Ray's services otherwise I would not have been given that one last chance to tell you how much you mean to me and how much I Love You and I wouldn't have had the chance to hear you tell me how proud you were of me and that you Loved me so much as well, and of course our one last picture together, God knew it was almost time and granted me that special moment with you that I shall never forget. To hear you say you were proud of me has made such an impact on me no one will ever understand. You also told me how much Uncle Ray loved me and that is so important to me! Until we meet again I will carry you with me as well as Uncle Ray and see you again someday. Until keep the dancing going and laughter loud! I know you are both here, I feel your presence everyday. I Love You so deeply Aunt Kathi.. So it's not good bye, it only 'so long for now'. Kiss my baby Dale and watch over all of us as I am sure you are! RIP my beautiful Aunt Kathi, God's speed.....

Cheryl Diane

April 18, 2011

A life well lived as reflected through her family's thoughts, love, and prayers. As well as her husband Ray, who chose together to reflect the meaning of ONE. My most gracious thankfulness of Kathi, is her bringing back into my life and memory HA"s Alma Mater Song of Faith ...... I thank her from heart
Her husband Ray reminded me there are angels, just look at all those babies cheeks! Dearest heartfelt love and warmth to the Judkin/Abendroth family Graced to have had and have you in our lives.

Karen Flynn

April 17, 2011

Kathi & Ray will be rembered by many. I was lucky to know them after retirement. Kathi's laughter at her garden parties,and Ray's humour will be missed too.

Sue Hamaker

April 17, 2011

My sympathy to Kathy's family. I was a classmate of Kathy's at Holy Angels and remember a lot of fun times-especially at the three sisters cafe before school.May she and her husband find eternal peace together.

Kristi Adams

April 17, 2011

Kathy and Ray,
I knew you both for just a little short time out of our lives, but your kindness, generosity and friendship are the reasons I cherish that short time. I like to think that when people pass that they miraculously become 30 again and have all the health and friends they had then. I know you two are having some kind of great party up there in the heavens.
I will miss you both.

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