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Kathleen LASLEY Obituary

Age 48 Died November 6, 2012 at her home in St. Paul from cancer. Kathleen, known as Katy, was born October 19, 1964 in South Korea. She brought great joy to the Lasley family on being adopted at age 3. An enthusiastic and gifted student, Katy traveled the world. She lived, studied and worked abroad in England, France and Taiwan. Graduated with a degree in French and French literature from the University of Minnesota Katy was a teacher, model, dancer, photographer, seamstress, and so much more, willing to take on nearly any task that came her way. She will be remembered always for her loving and joyful spirit, and her generosity and kindness. Memorial service 2 PM Monday November 12 at Lakewood Cemetery Chapel. 651-224-2341


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Published by Pioneer Press on Nov. 11, 2012.

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Paul Riley

November 5, 2025

only just found out about Katy...we were all shocked as we all used to live together in Taiwan for a couple of years and had such a good time together. Would love to find out more about her life if someone could get in touch with me...my email is [email protected]. I know it's a long shot but I hope this works.

Miss you so much Katy. always have and always will.

Paul

Berny

October 13, 2025

Missing you Katy.

Aaron

April 16, 2013

Was such a beautiful person so sorry. I will see u again one day.

John Lockie

January 9, 2013

Katy and I became close during her time in San Diego. She was a great spirit and I always enjoyed our times together. To hear of her illness and passing comes as a great shock. She will be truly missed. I wish the Lasley peace and comfort in their time of loss.

Susan Saly

December 9, 2012

Katy's spirit burns bright. Holding on to sweet memories. Missing my beautiful sister so much.

December 9, 2012

On behalf of the Lasley family,thank you, Dear Ones, for your kind words.
Katy is missed. The most amazing,kind and beautiful soul. So brave. She was always the first to go out and try new adventures. Of the five of us, here she is going to Heaven to lead the way. She is in Heaven ready to meet all of us. We are all better for having known and loved her. December 16th of December marks the 40th day of her passing. Please continue to pray for her soul. Please light a candle in her honor on the 16th and allow the candle to burn out. Carry out her good works on our beautiful planet Earth. Blessings and love. Namaste. May our souls meet again.

Mary Rutherford

November 15, 2012

I was so sorry to learn that Kathleen had passed away, and did not know about the memorial. She was such a gracious and spirit-filled woman. I am sorry, Jeremiah, for your loss, in particular. I send you my prayers.

Karen Lusnia

November 15, 2012

I miss you very much. You were the most special person I knew. Love you lots. nHUgs to your family.

Sabra Thurber

November 14, 2012

So sorry for your loss of a great spirit. Friends from years ago, but left an impact.

Suzi Niemiec

November 14, 2012

The whole Bravo Family would like to say
thanks to her family for allowing us to share fun times with your daughter at CTC.

Mary Thompson

November 14, 2012

my heart goes out to the family, Katy was a part of our family and she will be truely missed, My prayers go out to you all

Tammy Boots

November 14, 2012

When I saw your picture it took me right back to loving you in my youth, dear Katy. While I feel sadness at discovering your passing and send thoughts of love, support and peace to your loved ones, I am thankful to be reminded of the vibration you spread wherever you went with your amazing smile and laughter. Namaste, you will be missed.

Maya Gabriel

November 13, 2012

Dear Lasley family,
My heart aches with the news of Kaytys passing. I knew her many years ago when we attended CTC. I will hold those dear memories in my soul forever,and cherish them.
Peace to you all.

Kim Hines

November 13, 2012

I attended theater school with Katy. She was such a beautiful young woman, and such a lovely dancer. Kindhearted and gentle. I can see her smile even now. I was always glad for her accomplishments. She will be missed terribly by those who knew her.

My prayers for her family.

Laura Stephans

November 13, 2012

I was surprised and saddened to hear of Katy's passing.I worked with her for many years and she was simply lovely in every way-kind, gentle and graceful.

Robyn Lynch

November 13, 2012

My heart goes out to you, Katy's family and friends. Few women possess true grace, warmth and radiance as Katy - a true and rare beauty. I'm so sorry she's gone.

November 13, 2012

Dearest Lasley Family,
Sending LOVE & deepest sympathy as news of Katy's passing makes it's way around the world. Katy's kind spirit and her gentle personality traits will live on forever in the hearts of those she knew, loved, laughed with and touched in her young life. So many happy childhood memories come to mind now ... As childhood family friends - Katy was the one who we just wanted to be around wherever the moment found us - Although it has been many years since I've seen any of you - the whole Lasley Family - I'd like to share from the heart with EACH and ALL of you that your family and Katy will definitely ALWAYS BE a cherished part of my family history until my own time comes! I can only say now that Katy left us WAY TOO SOON - and she left us wanting to know her better for the remarkable woman and person she is ... I'm deeply saddened to learn of her recent illness and subsequent passing - as I remember her now at this very moment - while I write this note - she had a SMILE, a way of moving and way of laughing that Lit up the Universe!!! Thank you Katy for what GIFTS you brought us all during your beautiful life! May You Rest in Peace!

Berny Goott
Las Vegas

Debra Schmidt Antone

November 12, 2012

Such a kind person with a beautiful twinkle and sweet demure smile.... I always enjoyed Katy, at work or at play. My prayers are with her family.

Maika Wong

November 12, 2012

Such a lovely and graceful beauty, quietly elegant with a quick but shy smile...that's how I remember Katy. my heart goes out to her family and those who loved her.

Elaine and Kurt Marple

November 12, 2012

Sue- We are so sorry to hear about your sister! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Noel Remigio

November 12, 2012

Dear Lasley Family, I was deeply saddened to hear of Katy's passing. I have fond memories of spending time with Mary-Lee and Katy in Hawaii. Although I lost touch after college, I've never forgotten the impact they both had on my life. She will be missed. God bless you and your family.

Janita Ericsson

November 12, 2012

Dear uncle Bill and cousins, what a terrible loss but Katy will always be in my heart forever and ever with all cheerful memories of our time together.
With love forever, cousin.

November 12, 2012

Dear Lasley Family, We are so sorry to hear of Katy's passing and our hearts and prayers go out to you. We remember when Mary-Lee brought her to our house in Hawaii just before school started at Mid Pac and she was eating Kim Chee straight out of the jar.

We are grateful to have known her and pray for your comfort.

Lois Ikeda-Wedlock

Lisa and David Africano

November 12, 2012

This news came as a complete surprise, so sorry that I had no idea Katy was ill. We loved thinking of our fond memories of a true beauty, that lovely face was just the tip of the iceberg on an amazing woman. Love and prayers to her family and loved ones, the world will miss you. God Bless Katy. Love Lisa and David Africano

jane mcmonagle

November 12, 2012

Dear Lasley family,I'm so sorry to hear this news. I will always remember Katy as a stunning,unique and talented artist and model. She was beautiful inside and out. So many memories of Dayton's oval room shows etc ,Katy was a standout always!
Prayers for Katy and all who love her,
Janie Casserly McMonagle

Lori Anderson

November 11, 2012

I am grateful to have known Katy. So sad, she left us at such a young age. I remember her sweet gentle spirit.

Tinka Bloedow

November 11, 2012

I give thanks for Kathy's life and for all the other adopted children who blessed so many lives. We are all richer for their presence in our lives and world. She left too soon. My sympathy to all who knew and loved her.

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