Krista M. Wilmink

Krista M. Wilmink, age 63, of Covington, Kentucky, was called home to the Lord unexpectedly

on August 7, 2025, leaving her family and friends deeply heartbroken yet comforted by the

assurance of her eternal rest. A devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, great-aunt, and friend, she

lived her life as a shining example of faith, compassion, and selflessness. Her capacity for love

was abundant, embodied so beautifully by her journey to adopt and mentor others.

She was a faithful member of Saint Pius X Parish for many years, attending Mass daily and

devoting herself wholly to her ministry of bringing Christ to others. Her trust in God’s plan was

unshakable, and she met life’s joys and challenges with grace and gratitude.

Krista’s greatest blessing was her family. She poured her heart into raising her children and

leading her family by faith filled example. She ensured that her home was a place of warmth,

laughter, and countless gatherings, where every person felt welcome and loved. Following the

passing of her mother, Krista surrendered herself fully to Christ and prayed daily to feel her

mother’s presence walking with her to lead the family. She cherished being an “auntie” and held

all the littles close to her heart.

Krista always answered the call. Whether it was a request for help or God’s call to serve, Krista

was there. She gave of her time, talents, and love throughout every moment of her life. She

instilled in everyone she met her joyful love of Christ and family. Krista believed that God gives

us opportunities at certain touchpoints throughout our lives and that if we surrender ourselves

fully to Jesus we will find peace. Her family is dedicated to continuing this journey in her

memory.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Jane Summe. She is survived by her

Husband of 44 years, Jeff; her children, Nicholas, Noah (Jamie), Madeline, Nathan, and Teddie;

her siblings Danny (Peggy) Summe, Brian (Jennifer) Summe, Kurt (Jennifer) Summe, Sheila

(Scott) Cooney, Betsy (Gerry) Greenwell, Jennifer (Kevin) Long, Father Matthew Summe, Scott

(Karen) Summe, and Chad (Kristin) Summe. She is survived by 36 nieces and nephews, 7 great-

nieces and nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

A Visitation will be held at St. Pius X Church in Edgewood, Kentucky on August 13, 2025 at

3:00 PM with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 6:00PM. The family has elected for a

private family burial.

The family has asked for memorial donations instead of flowers to: Covington Catholic High School, in care of: Charles and Jane Summe Family Scholarship Endowment 1600 Dixie Highway, Park Hills, KY 41011 or online at: https://www.covcath.org/support/

“Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her.”