Kathryn Duerksen

Born only 14 months after I was, Kathy was not only my sister, but best friend. Her mantra at that time was "Me, too!"

Although I don´t recall her in the nursery at Olivet I´ve seen photos! lol, Kathy and I being the same age went through life together through high school. We were in Nocturnes with Ruth Johns. That year was Ruth´s pinnacle year. Then in the Inner Light, our singing group at Olivet. She had a great voice and since we sang together all our lives we blended like sisters do.

When I first met Kathy she was temporarily stationed in the health office. Since I was new to Reedley College there was a lot for me to learn. Kathy knew everything and she was kind enough to share. What a joy! I´ll never forget the fun we had.

Kathy, was a sweet friend. She was always caring and prayed for my family and I. She was full of joy and loved her dogs. I think back to the meals we shared together and her great advice. She always would text encouraging scriptures and encouragement. Her favorite verse was Proverbs 3:5-6. We will always cherish the memory of you in our hearts Kathy. Thank you for always being my friend. I am going to miss you.

We had gone out for a walk with her dogs, Charles and Daisy. Kathy was recovering well from her hip surgery. We got back to the house and she realized she had come out through the garage and didn´t bring her house key. We were locked out! The dogs were impatient to get inside to their water and food, but also excited to get to stay out longer. We were contemplating how we could get in, which window to break, how to break it, begging the dogs to settle down, it was taking a while. I was reluctant to break a window, but I had the crazy dogs, so I couldn´t really explore the options myself, and Kathy had already worn herself out.

Then it occurred to me that I had a copy of the key in my car! I unlocked my car, right there in the driveway, plucked out her spare key and unlocked the front door.

We laughed so long and so hard! The solution was so simple!

I am so very sorry to hear of Kathy´s passing. I fondly remember my time with her in Nocturnes at North High School. She had such a sense of humor and was a fun and loving person. I´ve thought of her over these many years and always smile. My prayers for all who loved her. She was a gem!

Dear Falconbridge Family, What a reunion there was in Heaven on the day Kathy received her new body. I remember your family fondly from our days at Olivet in the '50's and early '60's. May the three of you feel God's loving arms wrapped around you. With Christian Love, Judy Coffey Antrim

Rosemary my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May Kathryn Rest In Peace

I´m sorry to hear this. Kathy was a good friend in high school. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Kathy loved Jesus with her whole heart. She loved everyone. She never had a cross word to say about anyone. She was always smiling and happy.
We shared many laughs together and had fun being silly.
I miss her. I love her. I'm happy for her.
When she was grateful for good news, she would say, "Praise God from Whom all blessings flow". Amen.