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Katherine Kovaleff Obituary
11/25/1952 ~ 06/24/2004
Kathy was called home by the Lord June 24th, 2004, after a short and courageous battle with cancer.
She leaves behind her loving husband of 33 years, Al Kovaleff, her three children, Chrissy Gates, Amy Kovaleff and Alex Kovaleff, son-in-law, Scott Gates, and grandson, Michael Gates, with another grandbaby due to arrive soon. Kathy also leaves behind her mother, Mary Larsen, and sisters Kris Timmel, Karen White, Beth Wolf and brothers John Larsen and Arnie Larsen.
As a homemaker she devoted her life to creating comfort, warmth and happiness for her family. She opened her heart to all she knew and always encouraged friends and strangers to follow the Lord.
Kathy's life started November 25th, 1952 in Seattle, WA. She made a permanent home in Marin County in 1964. She attended Terra Linda High School, while her high school sweetheart, Al, attended Drake. They married soon after graduation. Kathy will be missed by her many family members and friends. Truly a woman after God's heart, she touched the lives of those she knew and cherished her family. She will be in our hearts forever. We love you Kathy. You were a wonderful wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, sister and friend.
You are invited to attend a service in memory of Kathy, Tuesday, June 29th, at 1 p.m. at Novato Presbyterian Church with internment to follow at Mr. Tamalpais Cemetery in San Rafael.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to: UCSF, Vincenti Kidney Transplant Donors Fund, 44 Montgomery Street, Ste. 2200, San Francisco, CA 94104-4709.
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Memories and Condolences
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1333 Broadway Administrative staff and property management
July 4, 2023
Kathy mentored me and gave me inspiration to grow and expand my career opportunities during the short period we worked with each other in property management. Thank you Kathy for encouragement to fulfill and acquire my real estate license just a few years following our brief and greatly missed association.
Sharon Miller-Kutasy
July 8, 2004
My memories are fond ones of Kathy and the precious impact she made on all our lives. Our prayers and love are with you all. God is with you each step of this difficult journey.
Love, Sharon, Todd & Jennifer Miller
Michele & Jason Tarantino
June 29, 2004
We send our love and are here for you if you need anything.
Lisa Bridges
June 28, 2004
Al and family: I am so sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. I know that she was a great mom and wife and most definitely a wonderful grandmother, that was her best quality. She loved her life and her family. Even though we haven't been in touch, I will miss her I have many great memories. All my love Lisa Bridges
Betsy Mazzina
June 28, 2004
I am so saddened to hear of Kathy's death. She was a beautiful person both inside and out. She always had a smile on her face. She will truly be missed by many.
Sincerely, Betsy Mazzina Viau
Bernie & Cindy Benson
June 28, 2004
Bernie & Cindy Benson
Barbara, Bernie Meyers and Family
June 27, 2004
We are so sorry to learn of Kathy's passing and want to send our deepest condolences to Al and the entire family. We have fond memories of Deborah and the gang building homecoming floats at your house. Deborah says that Kathy was one of the 'cooler' Mom's, and that is why every year the class would return to the Kovaleff's to build the float (and the Kovaleff's generously opened their home for it!) Just a few months ago we had the pleasure of seeing Kathy and Al at Rod Wood's going-away party. Please know that you are in our prayers.
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