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KATHLEEN KUNS Obituary

July 8, 1972 - May 12, 2013 OKLAHOMA CITY Kathleen Michele Kuns was born July 8, 1972 in Houston, Texas the daughter of Michael David Kuns and Elizabeth Gray Kimball Kuns. She completed this life on Sunday, May 12, 2013 in Oklahoma City at the age of 40. She moved to Oklahoma City as a child where she was raised and graduated from high school. Kathleen had a passion for helping others. She loved her brother and sisters and was so proud of each of their accomplishments. Her greatest joy was derived from being around her family, especially playing with her nieces and nephews, and watching her sister, Kristin, perform in musical theater productions. Though not much of a sports' fan, other than Longhorn football, she would tolerate any other sporting event that brought the family together for backyard BBQs or Daddy burgers! She was a patriot and spoke regularly about the sacrifices of our brave service men and women and our Veterans. Her greatest regret was not having her son, Noah, in her life, and not a day would pass that she didn't look at his pictures and pray for him. Kathleen will be deeply missed, but there is peace in knowing she is in God's hands and that we will all be united again in Paradise. Kathleen is survived by her son, Noah Ratliff; her father and step-mother, Michael and Maudie Kuns; her sisters, Amy Kuns Walker and her husband Richard of Edmond and Kristin Kuns of Oklahoma City; her brother, Michael Kuns and his wife Brooke of Oklahoma City. She was preceded in death by her mother Elizabeth Gray Kuns. A memorial service will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 18, 2013 in the Vondel Smith Mortuary North Chapel. Memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice.

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Published by Oklahoman on May 16, 2013.

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Heather Hickman

June 19, 2021

I find myself thinking about Kathleen a lot this week. Eight years since you left this Earth to join your mother and I miss you every bit as much now as ever. I carry your love and kindness with me and try to be as contagious and genuine with that as you once were Kitty Kat. Mighty big shoes to fill though. You were a gift in my life and Evan's as well. He is such a good boy and I believe you watch out for him now, how grateful I am too. I love you always my dear friend❤

Hickman Heather

May 11, 2020

My dear friend Kathleen, it's been 7 years since your passing, but it feels like twice that long since I last saw your face. I miss your love, and friendship. The supportive and or inspirational words that kept me strong meant everything. I miss the safety of knowing someone, you, without any doubt would have my back no matter what and unconditionally. A true Best Friend like no other I had before or since.
I still feel you guide me when I need it. Those times when I know the signs I see are gifts from you. I love you Kitty Kat and wish you were here, But your angelic spirit was on Earth just long enough to prepare you for Heaven and your rightful place as a guardian Angel. ❤

Heather Hickman

June 4, 2018

Heather Hickman

May 14, 2018

Happy Mother's Day Beautiful Kathleen. 5 years and still I think of you daily. I miss your kind spirit and the gentleness you radiated. A perfect balance for my sarcastic wit. I miss knowing you would always be in my corner and your time perfect adage or proverb for every situation. I just miss you my friend. 11:11 dear one.
Friends Eternally,
Heather

Heather Hickman

May 12, 2014

Happy Mothers day Kitty Kat. Evan and I miss you as much today as we did this day a year ago, more actually. We know you are at peace. Thank you for watching over us. I can still count on you like always, and always I will love you.

Heather Hickman

April 19, 2014

Thank you for your wise and always perfectly timed words and stories that even today get me through difficult times. I will never forget and forever treasure you. My dearest friend. I love you

Heather Hickman

March 8, 2014

I miss you every day. I only wish I had told you how valuable our friendship was. I hope you knew or know now. I Love you Kitty Kat. XOXO

Stefanie Duncan-Shaver

May 23, 2013

Sincerest condolences to Kathleen's family and friends for this great loss. She was a good and loyal to friends she kept near and dear. She could always make you laugh and she had a fiery spirit that could even outshine that beautiful fiery hair! ( i was so jealous of that gorgeous head of hair!)
Rest in Peace, Kathleen.

May 18, 2013

Amy, Mikie and Mr Mike, I love you all dearly and am praying for you all. Kathleen rest in peace. Love and prayers, Mary

Frances King

May 18, 2013

Dear Mike,Maudie,Amy,Kristen,Michael and Noah and all your family and friends.
We are saddened to find out about tht death of Kathleen. We send our deepest sympathy to all of you with love. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Frances and son Andy King

Heather Hickman

May 16, 2013

Kitty Kat, I am so grateful for you, and the second family Evan, You, and I became. Thank you for teaching my son of the goodness in people. We love you and will never forget everything you brought to our lives. XOXO

shelly bedzyk

May 16, 2013

I sure will miss you. I still can't believe it . Your always be in my heart. Love you

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