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KATHLEEN LEMON Obituary

Kathy, age 59, passed away on March 12, 2014, in Fresno, CA. Kathy was born on September 28, 1954, in Peoria, IL to her loving parents, Duane and Suzanne Heward. She graduated from Richwoods High School in 1972 and attended Northern Illinois University before marrying Doug Mitsuoka and moving to California. Kathy worked for Thomas R. Butler for many years as their office accountant. Kathy loved gardening, her dogs, camping, and was a crossword fanatic. She is preceded in death by four grandparents, Earl and Iola Copley, Ernest and Sylvena Heward; step-mother, Polly Heward, and her dogs Daisy and Wilbur. Kathy is survived by her son, Keith Mitsuoka; parents, Duane Heward and Suzanne Bruner; sister, Doreen Stachowicz; dogs, Sadie and Miley; and numerous other loving aunts, uncles and cousins. A Memorial Service will be held at Yost & Webb Funeral Home on Wednesday, March 19, 2014, at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. YOST & WEBB 1002 "T" Street Fresno (559) 237-4147.

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Published by Fresno Bee on Mar. 16, 2014.

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Kerry Smith

May 26, 2025

one of the nicest ladies I have ever had the pleasure to know. RIP you little cutie pie.

Carol Haley Ginger

March 10, 2024

Kathy,

I still miss you and Keith!

Love,

Carol Haley Ginger

Karen Campbell Long

March 31, 2014

I also was a childhood friend of Kathy's from Woodrow Wilson and Richwoods. Many a Friday night I was either spending the night at her house or she was at my house - playing with Barbies and then listening to the Monkees as we got older. So sad to hear of her passing.

March 19, 2014

Kathy's passing is such sad news. She was my childhood friend and she was also helpful introducing me to my future husband. Our condolences are with Kathy's family and friends.

Cheryl(McCarty) and Loran Reeves

Dave Rogers

March 17, 2014

My condolences to Kathy's family. Even though I hadn't seen her since graduating high school, her dad talked about her often during the last few years.

March 16, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies for all of you.

Bud and Joanne (Heward) Flynn

March 16, 2014

Kathy was one of my best friends while growing up in Peoria, and she was my matron of honor. She was a wonderful person and a dear friend. I will always remember our good times in the youth group at Glen Oak Christian Church. May her son Keith and her family remember her with much joy.

Love,
Carol Haley Ginger

March 16, 2014

Keith, I'm so sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. I can't imagine how hard this is for you. Keep the good memories in your heart and mind. I know your loving family and friends will be there for you. I always thought she was a beautiful, intelligent, funny, classy lady. I was so honored to have her and Doreen as my step sisters. I know my mom felt the same for all of you and was there to meet Kathy into heaven. Hugs and prayers. Call if you need anything.
Love, Christie, George, Lindsay, Brittany, Kali. The George Family

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