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KENDRA COUCH Obituary

COUCH, KENDRA LYN Oct. 22, 1960 to February 5, 2013 Kendra was born in San Diego to Kenneth and Evelyn Bowen. Graduate of Clairemont High in 1978. In 1984, she moved to Oklahoma. On June 30, 1985, she gave birth to her first son Kyle Steven. She then met the love of her life Scott Couch. They moved back to her hometown of San Diego in 1990. Kendra then started her career at Southwest Airlines. She could light up a room by walking into it with her bright eyes and contagious smile. Kendra and Scott married on July 20, 1991. On October 9, 1997, she gave birth to their son Carter Griffith. It was then she became a stay at home mom. On July 29, 2002 she gave birth to their beautiful daughter Cassidy Lyn. This completed her family. During her 10 month battle with bone cancer, Kendra was thankful for the constant love and care shown by everyone. She is preceded in death by her father Kenneth and her Daddy Ben Benavides. She is survived by her former husband of 20-plus years, Scott Couch; sons Kyle and Carter; daughter Cassidy; mother Evelyn Benavides; siblings Larry, Lesley, and Todd; mother-in-law Cherrie Shults;many nieces, nephews, and cousins, and her constant companion of the last five years, John Boren. Services/Celebration of life for Kendra will be held Sunday, February 17, at the San Diego Mission Bay Boat & Ski Club, 2606 North Mission Bay Dr., 92109, at 2 p.m.

Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Feb. 14, 2013.
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My beautiful neighbor with a contagious laugh. I am going to miss you so much. Our condolences to Scott and kids! RIP!!

Sara Parsa

February 26, 2013

Kyle, I remember sitting at football games with your Mom. She was so proud as was your little brother. I remember how she would dress your baby sister (and she was a baby) in MC colors and always have a cute matching bow or headband for her hair. I always loved visiting and sitting with her. She was a beautiful lady on the inside and out. You are a wonderful son who will carry on her legacy. Prayers for you and the rest of your family.

Lisa Leavitt

February 19, 2013

A beautiful girl full of color and compassion. Truly an Angel now in God's care as she keeps watch over her family that she loved so dearly.
Our deepest sympathy to her loved ones,
DeeDee and Tony Larson

February 18, 2013

Jerry Bruno,(Angies Dad). You raised a wonderful family and i feel blessed just to have met you.

February 17, 2013

Kendra, we miss you and your beautiful smile,even when you were so sick and we came to visit you always had us laughing such a strong lady! My Dear Scott, Kyle,Carter and Cassidy we love you and our thoughts and prayers are with you!! Love Bud & Dawn

Dawn Matheson

February 15, 2013

Rest peacefully and pain free with our Lord now. It is time for you to relax now. I'll never ever forget your smile, laughter and fun loving spirit. No words are sufficient to express what you meant to those that knew you. You've touched so many and will continue to brighten this world through your three beautiful children. May God give comfort, guidance and peace to Scott, Kyle, Carter, Cassidy, Johnny and the rest of your family at this most difficult time. Always loved and never forgotten Pinkie. xoxo

Leslie Ellison

February 15, 2013

We were all so impressed with the way Kendra fought her courageous battle; she was always smiling and beautiful! What a privilege to know her. Our prayers and deepest sympathy to those she leaves behind.

The BLAST Staff at Los Pen

Melanie Beckstrom

February 15, 2013

My DEAR Little Sister, no words for OUR LOVE. I will miss your bright GREEN EYES, GREAT SMILE & BEAUTIFUL HAIR. And what a Great Daughter, Sister, Wife, Mother & Friend YOU were! So many things you did to make my life great and full of laughter will NEVER be forgotten. So many things I can say but never enough. Always & Always In Our Hearts & Prayers. Lesley & Ed XOXO

Lesley Howard

February 14, 2013

Valentine's Day today – This day is a day of love, a day of pink, a day of beautiful smiles, and a day when you should feel loved. To my dear friend of 28 years – You are ALL these things and you will always be a Valentine to me! I will always carry in my heart every memory, every laugh, and every adventure that we have had together. Thank you for your unconditional friendship. Thank you for being my lifelong friend. We will meet again and I know it will be once again filled with love and laughs. I Love you and I miss you so much!!

Gloria, Ty, & Aubry

February 14, 2013

Our condolences go out to Scott, Kyle, Carter and Cassidy.

Dave & Richard Fischer

February 14, 2013

Kendra I only knew you for a few years getting to know you for the first time when you coached my daughter for RPPW and we made bows together and have never forgotten your kindness and the love you have for your kids you make an impression on people and it lasts not many people can touch peoples lives the way you did. I've been praying for your family during this sorrowful time.

angela castle

February 14, 2013

Memories,to have shared half our lives together we have made many. I will always remember our last dance, our last laugh our last serious talk but most of all our last hug. "Pink is OUR signature color" Another one of our favorites. A best friend and sister you will always be in my heart. GOD bless this wonderful family at this most difficult time.

Dottie Davis

February 14, 2013

Even though we didn't talk much you have always been a very special friend to me. Rest now in heaven and know that all will be okay.

Lorri Crommelin

February 14, 2013

Miss you my sweet friend. XOXO

Cindy Legge

February 14, 2013

My condolences to the family during this difficult time.

Nick Cormier

February 14, 2013

My beautiful daughter-in-law you are so loved and will be forever missed. Thank you for giving me 3 precious grandchildren. Rest now little angel.

Gannie

February 13, 2013

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