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1977
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2011
CATHY KLINGEL Obituary
Cathy was born in Sedro-Woolley, Washington on April 18, 1977, one of twin children to Chuck & Jean (Moyer) Klingel.
She was raised in Lyman where she attended grade school and graduated with honors from Sedro-Woolley High School with the class of 1995. She then attained her teaching degree and for several years worked as a teacher for Amber Rooks at Amber's day care and early learning center in Lyman.
She had many interests and was always involved in community activities, but her home and family were what meant the most to her.
Cathy is survived by her 18 month old daughter, Shae Johnson and Shae's father, Shane Johnson at the family home in Lyman; her parents, Chuck & Jean Klingel of Winthrop, WA & Wrangell, AK; her sister, Becki Pearcy of Nooksack, WA; aunts, Maryann Preston of Moses Lake, WA and Jennie Queen (Ransom) of Sedro-Woolley; cousins, Tony & Jason Preston, Tod Queen and Marcie Kinney; nieces, Annie Pearcy, Aimee Adkinson and Jacqui Johnson; nephews, Nik Pearcy, Adam Adkinson and Buck Johnson; lifetime friend, Michelle Brisson and many friends and students.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents; an uncle, Dan Preston and in 2000 by her twin brother, Royce Klingel.
For anyone who would like to assist the family, an account in Shae's name has been established and contributions may be sent c/o Shane Johnson, PO Box 237, Lyman, WA 98263.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 11:00 AM at the North Cascades Christian Fellowship on Hwy 20 in Sedro-Woolley with Pastors Roy & Norman Swihart officiating. Private inurnment will be at the Hamilton Cemetery.
Please bring photos and memories to add to a memory book for Shae.
Arrangements are under the direction of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley. Share memories of Cathy and sign the online guest register at: www.lemleychapel.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for CATHY KLINGEL
Kathy Davis
March 13, 2011
Search Light Moms wants to tell you how sorry we are for the passing of your Cathy. If there is anything that we can do for you please let us know. We as mothers understand the day to day pain as we search for answers.
Love and Blessings,
Search Light Moms
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March 13, 2011
Cathy was a warm and loving woman. She was always smiling and happy when I saw her at the daycare caring for my daughter and the other children. I know she will be missed by many. God Bless her and the family she has left behind to carry on for her.
Lisa and Mark Cress
March 12, 2011
Cathy has a beautiful soul and I know she is in heaven looking down on Shae and Shane her parents & other loved ones wishing they would understand she is in good hands.God Bless You Cathy
Love,
Mark,Lisa,Tiff,Wes and Wayne
Angie (johnson) Swatzina
March 11, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
kathy anderson
March 11, 2011
extending deep & heartfelt sympathy to you & your family. my thoughts & prayers are with you all. cathy was such a sweet kid.
Jennie lint-johnson
March 11, 2011
Cathy was a sweet, kind person. She will be missed by so many, but not forgotten.
wayne and chris ceradsky
March 11, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Dennis/Maxine Hanger
March 10, 2011
The beautiful soul of Cathy, her laugh and her smile will stay with you always. She brighted so many lives for so few years. Thank you Cathy! Your light lives on in Shae.
Vivian Dills
March 10, 2011
My prayers are with the Klingel Family, Shane, Shae, and all her friends during this time of loss. I hope for peace and comfort for you all.
Vivian Dills
March 10, 2011
My prayers are with the Klingel Family, Shane, Shae, and all her friends during this time of loss. I hope for peace and comfort for you all.
March 10, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. Melody Eastabrooks (cousin)
Jim & Kathy Crookshank
March 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Eddie & Hilda Guzman
March 10, 2011
Cathy you will be deeply missed. To Shane, Shae, and family you are in our thoughts and prays. May your sorrow be lifted by the love you have for each other and the love of your friends.
Della Antsen
March 10, 2011
Thinking of you all!!!
Racheal Trammell
March 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Shannon and Racheal
Crystal Burn(Gilstrap)
March 10, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. She was such a nice person.
Corinne Behrent-Sims
March 10, 2011
Such a devestating and tragic loss. The world was a better place with her in it. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. Heaven has been blessed with an Angel....
Suzanne Morgan
March 10, 2011
Our hearts go out to Shane, Shae and all of Cathy's family. I still cannot believe she is gone, so glad I was able to reconnect with her before she passed. She will definitely be missed but never forgotten.
pam aldridge
March 10, 2011
There are just no good words,it is such a shock. Just know Shane, Shae and family that we are here for you always. Cathy was such a kind, real person it is hard to believe she is gone. We love you, Jackie and Pam
Teri Harley
March 10, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Steve, Teri & Mathew Harley
Heather Perry
March 10, 2011
So very sorry for your loss.
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