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Katherine Gentry Obituary

VALATIE Katherine A. Gentry, 16, of Grandview Drive, Valatie, passed away suddenly Wednesday, September 15, 2004 at her home. Born in Hudson, September 21, 1987, she was the daughter of Kay L. (Ordway) Gentry of Valatie and the late Thomas John. Katherine was scheduled to graduate from Ichabod Crane High School this year and presently was attending Hudson Valley Community College. She worked part-time for the Kinderhook Animal Hospital, was co-captain of the ICC Girls Field Hockey Team and was a member of the Albany Obedience Club. Her love for animals was evident to everyone and she enjoyed showing and training her dog, Phantom. She loved horseback riding and especially being with her friends, Tanya, Cate and Kristin. Besides her mother Kay, she is survived by one brother, Clint Andrews of Valatie; her stepfather, Fred Andrews of Valatie; paternal grandparents, Elmer and Mary Gentry of Valatie; maternal grandparents, Donald and Carleen Ordway of Grand Rapids, Mich.; aunts and uncles, Vincent and Cynthia Gentry of Niskayuna and Benjamin and Kelly Nitz of Grand Rapids, Mich. She is also survived by three nieces. Funeral services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in the Raymond E. Bond Funeral Home, Rt. 9, Valatie with Rev. Stephen Allison officiating. Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Valatie. Friends may call Sunday from 1-4 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Katherine's name may be made to either the Albany Obedience Club, c/o Barbara Hackel, P.O. Box 191, Niverville, NY 12130 or the ICC Girls Athletic Council, c/o Donna Secovnie, ICC School, Valatie, NY 12184.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Sep. 17, 2004.

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Austin Sullivan

September 22, 2004

I'm so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Katherine but my thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless

Alyson Devine

September 22, 2004

Kay, Fred, & Clint~



My deepest sympathy goes out to the three of you. I thought of Katherine as my younger sister, since we grew up together and spent all of our time with each other. We just need to keep our heads up high, remember all of the wonderful memories we all had with her, and know that now she is with her father and being taken care of. I love you all so much. If you need anything don't hesitate to call.

Kristen Hewitt

September 21, 2004

Kay,

I only just met you at the beginning of the school year (I am a TA in EJ's room) but when I heard of what happened, I was so sad for you. I have a child, so I sympathize immensely at your loss. Please know that I am thinking of you and hoping that you will find comfort in your time of need.

Kelly Laraway

September 21, 2004

Happy Birthday Katherine! We all miss you and love you.

Amber Jansson

September 21, 2004

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KATHERINE!I LOVE YOU ALWAYS!

Amber Jansson

September 20, 2004

Kay & Family,

I'm deeply sorry for your loss of Katherine. She held her head high through every situation, not a thing ever got her down. She came in to school everyday with the biggest smile on her face. By the looks of it you would think that she's the happiest girl in the world. She had a lot going for her. She was on her way to the road for sucess. She was a very good friend and she was also easy to talk to. She loved having fun, joking around, and going for rides a lot. I'm deeply sorry for your loss and all of my prayers are with you.

God Bless.

Krystle Laraway

September 19, 2004

Kay-fred-clint

my deepest sympathy goes out to you. I remember all the times we had together and all the memories we shared. Like going to the saratoga fair with her granparentd and spending the night and staying u0p late playing games talking. I rememer all katherines beanie babies she loved them along with her doll collection. I will miss katherine and ill always remmebr her when we played field hockey. she was very smart and determined.

Patty Peters

September 17, 2004

Kay,Fred, and family

Dan and I want to extend to you our deepest sympathy. Katherine's death is a such a tragedy and we cannot express in words our sorrow over her untimely death. I'm sorry I can't be there with you but know I am sending my thoughts to support you now

The Ushers

September 17, 2004

We are so sorry about Kathrine. Being babysat by her was so much fun. I know the family and I are gonna miss her a lot and I'm sure you will too. I'll say again, I am so sorry about her.

Terry Bruss

September 17, 2004

TO The Gentry Family, We send our deepest sympathies in this very difficult time, We did not know Katherine personally but did know her father Tom very well, and our son Kyle attended school with Katherine.. please know that your all in our prayers.. Ron, Terry and Kyle Bruss

Carol Goold

September 17, 2004

Kay - we here at HRBT remember the excitement of her birth, and want you to know that we all have you in our prayers. Our sincerest sympathy to you and your family.

Jeff & Lisa Gentry

September 17, 2004

I am Bill Gentrys youngest son, We wish to express our deepest sympathy in this very difficult time. Reqretfully I never got to meet Katherine, but from what I have been told she was a very smart young lady. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.



God bless

Jeff & lisa Gentry

Jackie Brumley

September 17, 2004

Thinking of you and your family with sincere sympathy in your loss.

Memories keep the one you loved close to you in spirit and thought

and always in your heart, today and forever.

God Bless

Deborah Evans

September 17, 2004

Dear Kay and Family,



My heart and prayers go out to you all. Being a mother of a son who has diabetes, I understand even more. Please know I will continue to keep you all close in my prayers.



Debbie Evans and family

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