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Katryna “Katy” Marie Wentz
10/27/1971 — 04/30/2014
From Richland, WA, US | Born in Sunnyside, WA
Katryna “Katy” Marie Wentz
She had an infectious giggle. She loved to be surrounded by friends. And she left us all too soon. Daughter, sister, mother and grandmother, Katryna "Katy" Marie Wentz passed away on April 30, 2014 at her Richland home.
Katy was born October 27, 1971 in Sunnyside, WA. She attended Prosser High School, the International Air and Hospitality Academy and Columbia Basin College. She lived in the Tri-City area for over 20 years.
Katy had a kind and generous heart and made friends easily. She could brighten a person's day with her silly nature and beautiful smile. She happily shared what little she had with others. Friends knew they could always stay on Katy's couch if they found themselves in a difficult situation.
She adored animals and cherished her "furry babies". She had an amazing green thumb, coaxing the most stubborn plants to thrive. And she packed a lot of living into her short lifetime.
Katy's legacy is the three wonderful children she brought into the world, Brittany, Karleigh and Ricky. She beamed as she told others of her children's accomplishments. She encouraged them to succeed where she had struggled. She cherished spending time with her two granddaughters who called her "Kiki".
Katy is survived by her parents, Terry and Judy Wentz; children Brittany Mike Johnson, Karleigh Bybee and Ricky Riddell; sisters Kristyna Scott Graff Wentz-Graff and Terra Griffin; grandparents Hank Jeannette Ebbelaar; grandchildren Makiah Bybee and Scarlett Johnson; niece Brooke Griffin; and nephews Coby Wentz, Owen Graff and Vin Graff. She is also missed by countless aunts, uncles and cousins.
A celebration of Katy's life will be held Saturday, May 17, 2014 1:30-4:00 p.m. at her parent's home in Prosser. Bright colors are requested. In lieu of flowers please consider donating towards her children's educational funds. Contact Einan's at Sunset for the celebration location and contribution information.
I am so sorry for your loss. May the love you all shared carry you through the difficult times.
I’m so sad to not be able to see you again. We had just connected on FB. I was looking forward to giving you a hug again. I have so many memories of you at the Rattlesnake; I thought of you as a daughter and loved you very much. I still laugh at those lady bug sneakers you used to wear to work! We did have some great times! God Bless you Bug! Lets connect again in heaven!!!
My condolences to all the family and friends of Katy. I have not met her ever but have some of her family and her sister here in Milwaukee.
My mom and Hank Ebbelaar are cousins so that makes me a bit family too.
I pass on the condolences of my family in the Netherlands as well.
Wishing you all a lot of strength in dealing with the sudden passing of Katy.
Kind regards,
Esther
what a shock, so sorry to read of Katys passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you her family in this time of sorrow…
I am so sorry for your loss. May the love you all shared carry you through the difficult times.
I’m so sad to not be able to see you again. We had just connected on FB. I was looking forward to giving you a hug again. I have so many memories of you at the Rattlesnake; I thought of you as a daughter and loved you very much. I still laugh at those lady bug sneakers you used to wear to work! We did have some great times! God Bless you Bug! Lets connect again in heaven!!!
My condolences to all the family and friends of Katy. I have not met her ever but have some of her family and her sister here in Milwaukee.
My mom and Hank Ebbelaar are cousins so that makes me a bit family too.
I pass on the condolences of my family in the Netherlands as well.
Wishing you all a lot of strength in dealing with the sudden passing of Katy.
Kind regards,
Esther
what a shock, so sorry to read of Katys passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you her family in this time of sorrow…
Mom, I miss you so much. But I know you are at peace now. I’m sure you are up there having a blast. I love you mom. Forever and always -Britt
I am so sad for the family. She was a wonderful loving and caring person that had so much love to share with everyone. The write-up is wonderful and truly tells of her wonderful character. I will truly miss her.
N
I will see you on the other side. I love you Tater bug. Frankie loves you too. You are our angel. Love, Auntie Sherry
KATY…I LOVE YOU MORE THAN YOU COULD EVER KNOW…I TREASURE ALL OUR MEMORIES….LATE NIGHT CHATS….ALL NIGHT MOVIES….AND JUST HANGING OUT….TIL I SEE YOU AGAIN….LOVE YOU BUG….AUNT C. ♥♥♥
I love you madly, Bug. Hug Little Kenny, Sport, and my great grandma Knight for me. Thinking of you always.
It’s been so many years since I last saw Katy. I remember all the good times Katy, Kristy and Shaun used to have together. Too many years have passed. But you are safe now. No more worries.
I will forver miss your smile, your giggle, your tender heart and your sweet face Katy-bug aka Buggy butt! Love you and see you later alligator, tell Jesus Hello ~Aunt Pam~
This is the last thing I thought I’d be doing, is saying goodbye to you Kate, this way. I will always have & carry you in my heart. You meant so much to me and to all that got the privilege to know you. You were an amazing person. I’m glad I got to have you in my life for as long as I did. I’ll forever cherish you, and love you Katy. You were my bestest..this isn’t goodbye, this is until we meet again baby. Let me know every now and then that your still watching over us, I’ll feel your presence, and say hello, to my Katy bug. Love you girl…
Terry & Judy, We were so shocked and sorry to read about the passing of your beautiful daughter, Katy. I know it’s been a long time since we’ve been in touch but we just want to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Love you and prayers to all of the family, along with Katy’s children and grandchildren.. grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends. Take care & God Bless you all!! Sincerely, Jack & Lorie Phelps & family
I would just like to give my respects to her and her family. She was a great person, I only knew her for a short time. I will be praying for your family, may she rest in peace and feel no pain. You will be missed Katie by more than you knew you would
Judy and Terry; We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers during your difficult time.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss of your dear daughter Katy. She was close in age to my children and they also attended Prosser schools. A loss that will be so very hard to process and is heart wrenching. My son Tony as well as I share the same October 27th birthday date with Kate. Bless you and your family.
We were so sorry to hear the terrible new about loosing your daughter, Katy. The good Lord will be watching over her. Have faith in him.
Katy, Life got in the way of spending time together like it has with so many. When I think of you, I always felt you weren’t far away and I would hear from you or how you were doing from Aunt C of course. I never felt you were far away. That was foolish of me. We have run out of time, you were taken too soon. You are already so missed. I can only pray that you know how very loved you are now and always will be. No one and nothing will ever fill the hole that your leaving has left in our family. I love you Bug. Rhea
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Katryna “Katy” Marie Wentz