Katherine “Katie “Denise Roberts-Grantham

Katherine "Katie "Denise Roberts-Grantham, age 39, passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. Katherine was born on December 27,1983, in Oklahoma City to Pamela Kay Estes-Roberts-Vetovitz and Wendell Roberts. Katherine was an only child and remained in Oklahoma City all her life. Following graduation from Putnam City West in 2002, she obtained both her nursing assistant and medical assistant certification and was employed for several years within this field. In 2008 Katherine graduated from Vatterott College with an associate degree in medical assistance, phlebotomy, and coding. She married Charles Grantham in 2012, but the marriage ended in divorce.
Katherine was baptized at Sunnymeade Baptist church, later became an Episcopalian, and joined St. David's Episcopal Church. She enjoyed church, sang in the choir, and loved helping with the children. Due to health issues, Katherine never had children of her own. Yet, she was loved by many of her friends' children and known as "Aunt Kathy." Next to God, Katherine's family was most important to her. She also loved animals, and always had some kind of pet around her. Katherine's service animals included a toy chihuahua named Tiki and a tabby cat named Monster. Katherine absolutely loved dolphins. Her entire apartment was decorated with almost every imaginable dolphin.
Katherine was kind-hearted, caring, and always concerned about others. She even selflessly chose to be a donor at the end of her life to help anyone, in any way she possibly could.
Katherine is survived by her mother, Pamela Vetovitz; father, Wendell Roberts; and countless friends.
Katherine "Katie" Denise Roberts-Grantham, aged 39, passed away on Tuesday, May 29, 2023. She was born on December 27, 1983, in Oklahoma City to Pamela Kay Estes-Roberts-Vetovitz and Wendell Roberts. Being an only child, Katherine spent her entire life in Oklahoma City. After graduating from Putnam City West in 2002, she pursued her nursing assistant and medical assistant certifications and worked in the field for several years. In 2008, Katherine obtained an associate degree in medical assistance, phlebotomy, and coding from Vatterott College. She married Charles Grantham in 2012, but unfortunately, the marriage ended in divorce.
Katherine's spiritual journey began with her baptism at Sunnymeade Baptist Church, but she later embraced the Episcopalian faith and became a member of St. David's Episcopal Church. She found joy in attending church, participating in the choir, and assisting with the children's activities. Although she faced health challenges, Katherine was unable to have children of her own, yet she was adored by her friends' children and lovingly known as "Aunt Kathy." Family held a special place in her heart, and she cherished her bond with them. Additionally, Katherine had a deep affection for animals and always had a furry companion by her side. Among her cherished pets were Tiki, a toy chihuahua, and Monster, a tabby cat. Dolphins held a special place in Katherine's heart, as her apartment was adorned with various dolphin-themed decorations.
Katherine was known for her kindness, compassion, and unwavering concern for others. Even at the end of her life, she made the selfless decision to be an organ donor, offering assistance in any way possible.
Survived by her mother, Pamela Vetovitz, father, Wendell Roberts, and numerous friends, Katherine's memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved her.
Celebration of life will be at St. David's Episcopal Church, 3333 N Meridian, Oklahoma City, OK 73112 Saturday June 17, 2023 at 2:30pm. Please have all deliveries for the service sent directly to the church. Tel: 405-942-1740.