Search by Name

Search by Name

Kathryn Wagstaff Obituary

Kathryn Marcella (Solley) Wagstaff 1918-2010 Oct. 13 in Santa Cruz. Preceded in death by husband Jack, d. 1978. Survived by sons Kenneth (Davis), John (Berkeley), Alex (SF), Bruce (Sacramento), & Thomas (Menlo Park); grandchildren David, Lisa, James, Sarah, Kathryn, & Elizabeth, great-grandchildren Kendall, Brooke, Trey & Xander; sisters-in-law Meta & Eleanor Wagstaff, many nieces & nephews. Active Santa Cruz community volunteer; Director, La Fonda Children's Center 1967-1977. UC Berkeley 1940. Daughter of Albert (& Anita) Solley, 1st SF orthodontist; granddaughter of Julius Fuendeling, pastor St. Marks Lutheran SF. Seacliff resident, Presidio Jr High & Lowell High School. Married 1940, Jack was US Navy officer at sea, Kay at Wagstaff family home 41st Ave. Marin resident 1950-63, San Anselmo. Santa Cruz resident since 1963; Jack was original campus architect for UC Santa Cruz. Gregarious, energetic, independent & loyal, infectious sense of humor, loved family, social activities, and her garden. Private remembrance pending.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Oct. 17, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Kathryn Wagstaff

Not sure what to say?





1 Entry

Kenneth Wagstaff

October 17, 2010

In lieu of flowers, the Wagstaff family requests contributions to the Santa Cruz Stroke Center, Santa Cruz Art Museum, or the UC Santa Cruz Arboretum.

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results

Make a Donation
in Kathryn Wagstaff's name

Memorial Events
for Kathryn Wagstaff

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Kathryn's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Kathryn Wagstaff's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more