Wendy Ann Kinkopf

Wendy Ann Kinkopf, born on May 26, 1967, in Cleveland, Ohio was welcomed into Heaven on November 16, 2025, following her courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She was reunited with her late son, Mason Kinkopf, along with her beloved mothers, Georgia Kennedy and Ann Sommers, and her brother, Ricky Johnson.

Wendy is survived and missed by her loving husband of 36 years, Charles Kinkopf, along with her oldest son, Tyler Kinkopf, and her daughter, Mackenzie Kinkopf. Her memory lives on in Bobbi Johnson, the woman who helped raise her. She is cherished by her brothers, Chris and Rich Spear; her sister, Susan Johnson; and her Canadian siblings, Leanne Raad, Colleen Kennedy, Brian Kennedy, and Lindsay Zebrowski. Her bright light will live forever in the hearts of her nieces and nephews, family members and friends, and all who knew and loved her.

Wendy and Charles met when they were in high school and forged a love that will last an eternity. They married on July 28th, 1989, at Saint Ann's Church in Cleveland, Ohio. As their family grew, so too did their love. Their bond grew stronger with each memory, and the spark they lit in high school never dimmed.

Wendy was a shining light for all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her laugh was infectious-bright, contagious, and capable of lifting even the heaviest of hearts. Her

legacy lives on in the countless lives she touched, in the love she gave freely, and in the ripple effect of her kindness that will continue far beyond her time here. Though we mourn her loss deeply, we also celebrate the extraordinary life she lived-one filled with laughter, generosity, and a radiant spirit that will never fade.

She was, and always will be, one of a kind.

Please join us in celebrating the amazing life of Wendy Kinkopf: wife, mother, sister, daughter, and friend.

A viewing service will be held: Monday, November 24th Time: 4:00-7:00 pm: at Rutherford Funeral Homes 450 W Olentangy Street, Powell, OH 43065

In Loving Memory of Wendy Kinkopf A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, November 25th at 10:00am

at St Joan of Arc Catholic Church. A reception will follow at the church. 10700 Liberty Road South in Powell, OH

Wendy wished that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in her memory to The James OBGYN Oncology Department, whose team provided exceptional and compassionate care, please use the links below:

Gynecologic Oncology Development Fund: My gift details - Make your gift to The Ohio State University

Ovarian Cancer Research and Education in Gynecology Fund My gift details - Make your gift to The Ohio State University