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Kathy Whitney Obituary

Kathleen Whitney (née Parcher) passed away on May 20th after a short fight with pancreatic cancer. Kathy was born May 10th, 1963 in Bellingham, WA to parents DeLancy Stump and Mary Parcher of Lynden. Kathy grew up surrounded by her brothers Tim, Tommy, and Danny; she was a track star and horse enthusiast with a well-developed taste for being in the know. She graduated Lynden High School in 1981, settling in Anacortes to raise her daughters Janice, Jillian, and Jenna alongside a string of naughty cocker spaniels. Kathy turned her love of sports into becoming an avid Anacortes Seahawks fan though she cheered for Lynden when they were the opposing team. After her daughters started swimming she became a revered swim official. Kathy was also a quilter, giving them as laborious gifts of affection. She always said her greatest point of pride was being a mom, so heres some of her advice: Read with your kids at least 30 minutes a day. Dogs love being talked to in a baby voice. Put on a coat, youre making me cold. Travel anywhere you can. Do things to make other peoples hearts feel warm.

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Published by Bellingham Herald on May 31, 2020.

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Erika Miller

June 21, 2020

Kathy was a friend and mentor. We spent hours and hours on the pool deck as USA Swim officials, and some good times winding down with a glass of wine and a long chat after swim meets. Kathy always had a word of encouragement, and was one of the kindest people I've had the pleasure of meeting. My condolences to her family . She was a bright soul who is sorely missed.

Dianne Batz

June 16, 2020

Kathy was our neighbor for over 20 years. I was so shocked to hear she had passed away. She was such a bright spot in mine and Tom's life until he passed away last year. My prayers for her family and especially her daughters. She will be missed.

Dennis Scott

June 14, 2020

I was saddened to learn only by chance of Kathy's illness and passing. I matters of privacy, Katy would have wanted it that way. I will miss her. My Condolences to Jillian, and Jenna.

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Deb McGinnis (Struiksma)

June 2, 2020

Kathy was a wonderful childhood friend that spent hours with me and her horse. She was kind, loving and generous. She made my childhood amazing. Without her and her family, I would have not been as good of a person as I hope I have turned out to be. I am so sorry for this loss. Heaven just gained an angel.

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