Kathie
Kathie Lacey
Words are just not enough to sum up the life of Kathie D. Lacey of Sturgis (formerly of Otsego). Born on June 9, 1957, she was a loving mother and grandmother, a giving wife, a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church of Sturgis, MI, a devoted Christian and a friend of all. She loved her family more than anything else in this world. Kathie was never shy when it came to her faith and family.
Kathie graduated with the class of 1975 at Otsego High School. In 1976 she met Patrick Lacey and they married October 27, 1979. Their marriage is one of strong faith and love for over 34 years. She was employed for the last five years at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services of Sturgis, formally Prudential One Real Estate, where she supported a team of real estate agents.
Kathie had a rare talent of being able to host the best parties known to mankind; everyone had fun and remembered them forever. She was a God fearing woman and held her faith until the end. She fought hard until her last breath was taken on April 7
th
in the early afternoon. She will be forever missed and forever loved by all.
Kathie is survived by her parents Larry and Ardelle Hutchinson; her husband Patrick; her children Sean (Kileigh) Lacey and Sarah (Ryan) Moenke; the light of her life, granddaughter Grace; her siblings, sister Julie (Dave) Levett and brother Marty (Kelley) Hutchinson; many nieces and nephews; and a great niece and great nephew.
Friends may visit with Kathie’s family at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego from 6 to 8 P.M. Thursday, April 10, 2014, and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. Friday, April 11, 2014. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, April 12, 2014, at
Peace Lutheran Church
, Otsego, Pastor Paul Stern officiating. Burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery, Plainwell.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to either the
West Michigan Cancer Center
, 200 N. Park St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007 or
St. Joseph County United Way
, P.O. Box 577, Centreville, MI 49032.
Messages of condolence for her family may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com
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James & Barbara Woermbke
April 8, 2014 at 1:02 pm
Pat, Sean, Sarah & Family
Our prayers are with you and your family. Her friendly smile will be missed, but the angels will enjoy that smile of hers now!
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Michelle Williams
April 8, 2014 at 1:37 pm
My deepest sympathy to you all. I have known Kathie since our children were young. My oldest and her youngest graduated from St Johns together. Our daughters also had our first grandchildren within a few months of each other. This and our love for animals made us have a special bond. I will miss her smile and her laugh and the way she always went out of her way helping me with photos at work. She will be greatly missed. Will keep you all in my prayers.
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Todd, Kimberlin & Dustin Krontz
April 8, 2014 at 1:54 pm
Shocked beyond disbelief and weighted with tremendous sadness, we mourn for your family. Kathie was such a significant part of my life for the past 4+ years, I will carry an emptiness forever. Her little notes to Dustin’s girls in exchange for his fresh eggs will forever be missed.
She always kept things rolling in the office, whether it was organizing a party or planning a meeting, she knew the files and where they were. This was all just suppose to be a short little set back and things were to go back to normal as they were. The Lord has decided to let us all know, he needed her more than we did! Rest in Piece Kathie, we will miss you!
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Otsego High School Class of 1975
April 8, 2014 at 2:30 pm
We, the OHS Class of 75, are saddened and heartbroken by the passing of our friend and classmate, Kathie Lacey. We shall always remember her constant smile, her fiesty personality, and her warm heart. Her love of family, friends, and God is unsurpassed, as is our love for her. We extend our deepest condolences to the Hutchinson and Lacey families. We have all lost a most amazing person who touched us all in one way or another, but we can rest assured that God has gained an angel.
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Ronnie Marks
April 8, 2014 at 3:09 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with the Lacey and Hutchinson families during this time of loss. I, along with my classmates from OHS 1975, am quite stunned by Kathie’s passing. We all loved her dearly.
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Georgia Browne
April 8, 2014 at 3:14 pm
Kathie and her family, I and my family attended the same church for several years. Her children and my granddaughters attended St. Johns Lutheran School. She and I worked together in the same office for the past four years. So it is fair to say that we knew each other quite well. She was ill for such a short time and while all who knew her are in shock at her passing, I am glad she did not suffer any undo pain. It is such a blessing that she was a very Christian lady and that her sole is with the Lord.
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Willie Sunnerville ; dear frend and classmate
April 8, 2014 at 3:18 pm
My heart goes out to Pat , family and friends. She touched so many, in a positive way , the world will miss her.
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Kelley DePauw-Ayers
April 8, 2014 at 3:42 pm
God blessed me with Kathie and her family for many years that I will forever cherish. She is now in Gods hands and I ask that he take care of her family in this time of sorrow. Thank you Kathie for all the good years and good memories, I will see you again someday.
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Premier Dealer Transfers LLC
April 8, 2014 at 4:00 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family Pat.
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Deborah(Lovett)Todd
April 8, 2014 at 4:34 pm
Kathy was a beautiful person who always had that smile on her face.
My prayers go out to Pat Lacey and family. She was a beautiful woman who touched many hearts and will be missed. She is with God now and you will see her again. Sincerely, Deborah Todd.
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Jan (Anderson) Riva
April 8, 2014 at 5:37 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Kathies family I have enjoyed her posts and beautiful pictures on fb quite shocking to hear of her sudden passing she has been constantly on my mind. God bless to all of you.
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Nancy Volker-Oberlin
April 8, 2014 at 5:44 pm
I am at loss for words with the passing of a wonderful soul. We attended elementary, middle and high school together and attended many birthday parties for one another. Roller skating in Plainwell was always fun. So many other memories with such a beautiful friend. Your smile was infectious along with your bubbly personality. I will see you again my dear friend. My condolences to the Hutchinson and Lacey families. May you find comfort and peace.
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Drew Hooleyj
April 8, 2014 at 6:09 pm
I always looked forward to every Tuesday when I would stop into the office making my weekly calls to see Kathie, and every Tuesday she’d greet me with a smile on her face. She will certainly be missed and I’m extremely sorry for the loss of such a wonderful woman, and to everyone in the family.
My Deepest Condolences,
Drew Hooley
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Stephanie (Ware) Condon
April 8, 2014 at 6:46 pm
Thoughts and prayers for the whole family and friends! She sounds like an amazing woman!
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Wendy Hendricks Moyer
April 8, 2014 at 6:52 pm
My prayers are with Kathie’s family. I’ll always remember her as a nice girl. Rest in the peace of the Lord Jesus Christ dear Kathie.
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bonnie bowen
April 8, 2014 at 7:29 pm
kathie was a wonderful person to be around had fun in school with her rest in peace god be with you angels are with you
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Jeanne Lewis
April 8, 2014 at 7:42 pm
Our prayers go out to her family! May she rest in peace!!
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Jim and Julie Evans
April 8, 2014 at 7:43 pm
Jim and I – and most of all, our girls – are saddened by the sudden passing of Kathie. She was Mama Lacey to so many of “our” kids! We hope you find comfort in all of the heartfelt comments from so many…as well as all of your cherished family memories. So much love to you all from so many!
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Neil and Amy Neumann
April 8, 2014 at 9:05 pm
Pat, Sean, and Sarah,
Our prayers are with you all that the God of all hope and peace will comfort you at this time with unending promises. We can be confident that your wife and mother is with her Savior who lived her life, died her death and rose again so that she and all believers can have life everlasting in heaven. Please be confident of this that Kathie will rise again to eternal life. We joyously await that day when we will be reunited with her and all believers in Christ.
Our heartfelt sympathies to you all.
Neil, Amy, Erich, Emily, and Micah Neumann
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Dale & Linda Goss
April 8, 2014 at 9:30 pm
Dear Pat, Sean and Sarah,
We were so shocked & saddened by this terrible news …..
and so very sorry –
no words can express how truly sorry we are to hear about this.
Even though it’s been almost 20 years since we left the neighborhood,
we dearly remember Kathie as a wonderful, fun, & loving friend, wife and mom.
Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
With deepest sympathy,
Dale, Linda, Heather & Monica Goss
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Susan Makela Bosma
April 8, 2014 at 9:32 pm
Dear Pat, and Family, We are so very sorry to hear about Kathy’s passing. We send a hug and many prayers for all of you. Kathy was always so nice to me and so full of life and fun. I pray that those many wonderful memories will be ever close to your hearts. Love Fred & Sue Bosma
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Tony Schuster
April 8, 2014 at 9:53 pm
This was so unexpected… Kathie was a neighbor just a little south from my house growing up. I moved to Bronson just down the road from Sturgis many years ago. Who else do I run into while in Sturgis, but Kathie. “Neighbors” again 🙂 We crossed paths again a few times over the years and each time it was as though there was never a moment missed. I’m so glad I had a chance to “talk” with her again through Facebook over the past couple months and catch up. What special girl she was when we were kids, and still to her last day. We will all miss you Kathie, but the loss to your family when you were still so young and full of life has to be devastating beyond comprehension. I’m so sorry they have to experience it. My heart goes out to you all.
We will all meet again… and it will be just as before; as though there was never a moment missed.
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Martie Clark
April 8, 2014 at 10:57 pm
I knew of Kathie for years (through my son, David), but never really knew Kathie until I went to work at BHHS Michigan Real Estate three years ago. Once I went to work for BHHS, it didn’t take me long to become friends with Kathie because of her infectious smile and warm and caring personality. We hit it off right away, and she immediately made me feel as though I had been a part of the family at BHHS for years. Kathie and I shared hundreds of stories with one another – mostly about our familes and our pets, along with many a laugh and sometimes a tear or two. With Kathie’s passing, there is going to be huge void in my heart, but I am so happy that she is at peace and no longer suffering. I will miss her so much; however, I know God feels he needs Kathie by his side more than we do, and that he will take very good care of her. With her kindness and beautiful smile, she will be a golden star among the angels . . . and her memory will live on for years to come. Patrick, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Please take care . . .
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Matt Lacey
April 8, 2014 at 11:10 pm
Pat, Sean and Sarah, I miss your mom, Kathie. I knew every time I spoke to her there was a smile on the other end of the phone. She had a joyous spirit that radiated from her love of Christ and her love for you all. A light that was present is now with The Lord and for that we all rejoice.
Her legacy of love and joy now extends to Grace, Ryan and Kileigh. You all are part of her heritage of loving others selflessly. Thank you Larry and Ardelle for raising and loving a great daughter, we were all blessed to know and love Kathie.
No more car races at the Kalamazoo Speedway instead I look forward to her fellowship in heaven. Psalm 23
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Juliana Suarez
April 9, 2014 at 7:25 am
Sarah and family:
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May god grant you and your family peace during this difficult time.
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Rodney & Karen Hixon & family
April 9, 2014 at 8:02 am
You had stated that Kathy was a lady of faith, “Faith is the Victory that overcomes the world” (I John 5:4) Rest assured that Kathy’s faith in Christ, being the Son of the living Go,d has put her in the presence of the Almighty. God Bless you and your family, you are in our Prayers. The Hixons.
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Erin
April 9, 2014 at 8:52 am
May your memories help to ease the pain and loss you are feeling during this time.
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Maryann Boudrie
April 9, 2014 at 9:07 am
Sarah and family,
I am very sadden to hear of the loss of your Mother. I do hope you will find peace and happiness in your memories of her. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
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Marie Torres
April 9, 2014 at 9:19 am
Sarah and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss; my you find comfort in your loving memories of her. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
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Hailey Stefan
April 9, 2014 at 9:28 am
Sarah
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother, by reading all the posts on FB & message here she sounded like a wonderful person who will be missed by sooooo many. I know she was so happy when you moved back closer and she got to spend more time with your little Gracie. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts & Prayers during this difficult time.
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Kim Martin Kanet
April 9, 2014 at 9:33 am
I thank God for the blessing of having Hutch in my life all these years. Grade school on up to the very day that she went to Heaven.
My heart breaks for her family and she will be greatly missed by all.
See ya on the other side Hutch.
Love ya
Kim
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Dennis & Tami Hamilton
April 9, 2014 at 9:35 am
Pat, Sarah and Ryan,
As we are all saddened by the sudden loss of Kathie, let the great memories help us through this difficult time. The memories we especially hold dear to our hearts are of our many Ford trips we took together. We sure went to some fun places and our years of friendship with the Lacey family will forever be cherished. Hugs!
Dennis & Tami
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Pam Hall
April 9, 2014 at 3:03 pm
Dear Sarah and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Love to all of you.
Pam
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Lisa McBride-Ayers
April 9, 2014 at 4:47 pm
My thoughts and prayers go out to Kathie’s family. She was like a big sister to me as she was my sister Kelley’s best friend. She spent many times at our house as we did hers. Her younger sister Julie and I were the so called little sister tag-a-longs. Kathie always wore a smile on her face and was so kind to everyone. She will be missed by many. R.I.P. Kathie
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Lisa Irwin
April 9, 2014 at 4:49 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with the Hutchinson and Lacey families. :May God grant you comfort and peace in this time of loss. I too am an OHS Class of 75 classmate and remember her bright smile and energy..
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Joe and Debbie Krivan
April 9, 2014 at 7:51 pm
Our thoughts are with all of you at this time.
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Barb Lounsbery
April 9, 2014 at 8:25 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Kathie was a wonderfully person had some good times together we worked together at Kmart
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Marianne Drobny
April 10, 2014 at 12:11 am
Even though I didn’t know Kathie personally I know she must have been a wonderful person having Ardelle and Larry as parents and Aunt Sharon in her life. So sorry to hear about her passing at such a young age. I know she will be missed by her family and friends. May God be with you all.
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Barb (Atwater) Alden
April 10, 2014 at 8:31 am
I worked with Kathie at Kmart. Just a couple of years ago. When she met Pat her whole world changed. My thought & prayers go out to her family as your memories become treasures.
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Andi Carlin
April 10, 2014 at 11:40 pm
I was very very saddened to hear of the loss of one of the most vivacious persons I have ever known. Kathie was THE personality to our bowling team for years. She could throw a party together in hours that would take us mere mortals days or weeks to plan. She was always so full of energy and always had a beautiful smile on her face. I want to send my most sincere condolences to Patrick, Sean and Sarah.
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Linda Venen-Cole
April 11, 2014 at 6:41 am
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I went to High School with Kathie and have fond memories of her. May God be with you all .
Linda Venen-Cole
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Connie Curio
April 11, 2014 at 10:08 am
Kathie’s family:
We are so sorry for your loss. Kathie was always happy and cheerful and made us smile. She will be greatly missed.
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Rob & Barb Robinson
April 11, 2014 at 11:11 am
Pat & family
We had no idea that Kathie was ill Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So very sorry.
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Pat & Anne McColgan
April 11, 2014 at 11:21 am
We are deeply sorry for the loss of special person. She always had infectious laugh and her smiling face will be deeply missed on our street on Crestlane Drive in Sturgis. Wishing your family strength & peace.
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Julie
April 12, 2014 at 6:43 pm
Go fly with the Angels my dear sister! ♡♡♡
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Julie
April 12, 2014 at 6:45 pm
Fly With Angels my Dear Sister….. ♡♡
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Terrie McDonald
April 17, 2014 at 9:23 pm
She always made me smile…fun and witty ! She’ll make God laugh too ! Bet she is already having fun !
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Lynn Higgs
April 23, 2014 at 12:09 am
I want to send my deepest sympathy to the families of Kathie ~ I’m so sorry to hear of her passing. I will be praying for your comfort and peace. I want to share how special Kathie was to me and my Mary Kay sisters. I remember her bright smile, laughter and joy and giving heart, she brought a joy with her wherever she went. I loved the time we spent together and her sharing heart, she put into my heart the love of my Mary Kay business. It seems just like yesterday this is the power of her light, it stays with you forever. Her example and influence and friendship had a great effect on me for which I will be forever grateful. She was a very great friend ~ whom truly cared. Thank you Kathie for your love! Sisters In Christ….
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Kathie graduated with the class of 1975 at Otsego High School. In 1976 she met Patrick Lacey and they married October 27, 1979. Their marriage is one of strong faith and love for over 34 years. She was employed for the last five years at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services of Sturgis, formally Prudential One Real Estate, where she supported a team of real estate agents.
Kathie had a rare talent of being able to host the best parties known to mankind; everyone had fun and remembered them forever. She was a God fearing woman and held her faith until the end. She fought hard until her last breath was taken on April 7
th
in the early afternoon. She will be forever missed and forever loved by all.
Kathie is survived by her parents Larry and Ardelle Hutchinson; her husband Patrick; her children Sean (Kileigh) Lacey and Sarah (Ryan) Moenke; the light of her life, granddaughter Grace; her siblings, sister Julie (Dave) Levett and brother Marty (Kelley) Hutchinson; many nieces and nephews; and a great niece and great nephew.
Friends may visit with Kathie’s family at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego from 6 to 8 P.M. Thursday, April 10, 2014, and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. Friday, April 11, 2014. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, April 12, 2014, at
Peace Lutheran Church
, Otsego, Pastor Paul Stern officiating. Burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery, Plainwell.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to either the
West Michigan Cancer Center
, 200 N. Park St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007 or
St. Joseph County United Way
, P.O. Box 577, Centreville, MI 49032.
Messages of condolence for her family may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com
Offer Condolence for the family of Kathie Lacey
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James & Barbara Woermbke
April 8, 2014 at 1:02 pm
Pat, Sean, Sarah & Family
Our prayers are with you and your family. Her friendly smile will be missed, but the angels will enjoy that smile of hers now!
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Michelle Williams
April 8, 2014 at 1:37 pm
My deepest sympathy to you all. I have known Kathie since our children were young. My oldest and her youngest graduated from St Johns together. Our daughters also had our first grandchildren within a few months of each other. This and our love for animals made us have a special bond. I will miss her smile and her laugh and the way she always went out of her way helping me with photos at work. She will be greatly missed. Will keep you all in my prayers.
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Todd, Kimberlin & Dustin Krontz
April 8, 2014 at 1:54 pm
Shocked beyond disbelief and weighted with tremendous sadness, we mourn for your family. Kathie was such a significant part of my life for the past 4+ years, I will carry an emptiness forever. Her little notes to Dustin’s girls in exchange for his fresh eggs will forever be missed.
She always kept things rolling in the office, whether it was organizing a party or planning a meeting, she knew the files and where they were. This was all just suppose to be a short little set back and things were to go back to normal as they were. The Lord has decided to let us all know, he needed her more than we did! Rest in Piece Kathie, we will miss you!
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Otsego High School Class of 1975
April 8, 2014 at 2:30 pm
We, the OHS Class of 75, are saddened and heartbroken by the passing of our friend and classmate, Kathie Lacey. We shall always remember her constant smile, her fiesty personality, and her warm heart. Her love of family, friends, and God is unsurpassed, as is our love for her. We extend our deepest condolences to the Hutchinson and Lacey families. We have all lost a most amazing person who touched us all in one way or another, but we can rest assured that God has gained an angel.
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Ronnie Marks
April 8, 2014 at 3:09 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with the Lacey and Hutchinson families during this time of loss. I, along with my classmates from OHS 1975, am quite stunned by Kathie’s passing. We all loved her dearly.
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Georgia Browne
April 8, 2014 at 3:14 pm
Kathie and her family, I and my family attended the same church for several years. Her children and my granddaughters attended St. Johns Lutheran School. She and I worked together in the same office for the past four years. So it is fair to say that we knew each other quite well. She was ill for such a short time and while all who knew her are in shock at her passing, I am glad she did not suffer any undo pain. It is such a blessing that she was a very Christian lady and that her sole is with the Lord.
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Willie Sunnerville ; dear frend and classmate
April 8, 2014 at 3:18 pm
My heart goes out to Pat , family and friends. She touched so many, in a positive way , the world will miss her.
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Kelley DePauw-Ayers
April 8, 2014 at 3:42 pm
God blessed me with Kathie and her family for many years that I will forever cherish. She is now in Gods hands and I ask that he take care of her family in this time of sorrow. Thank you Kathie for all the good years and good memories, I will see you again someday.
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Premier Dealer Transfers LLC
April 8, 2014 at 4:00 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family Pat.
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Deborah(Lovett)Todd
April 8, 2014 at 4:34 pm
Kathy was a beautiful person who always had that smile on her face.
My prayers go out to Pat Lacey and family. She was a beautiful woman who touched many hearts and will be missed. She is with God now and you will see her again. Sincerely, Deborah Todd.
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Jan (Anderson) Riva
April 8, 2014 at 5:37 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Kathies family I have enjoyed her posts and beautiful pictures on fb quite shocking to hear of her sudden passing she has been constantly on my mind. God bless to all of you.
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Nancy Volker-Oberlin
April 8, 2014 at 5:44 pm
I am at loss for words with the passing of a wonderful soul. We attended elementary, middle and high school together and attended many birthday parties for one another. Roller skating in Plainwell was always fun. So many other memories with such a beautiful friend. Your smile was infectious along with your bubbly personality. I will see you again my dear friend. My condolences to the Hutchinson and Lacey families. May you find comfort and peace.
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Drew Hooleyj
April 8, 2014 at 6:09 pm
I always looked forward to every Tuesday when I would stop into the office making my weekly calls to see Kathie, and every Tuesday she’d greet me with a smile on her face. She will certainly be missed and I’m extremely sorry for the loss of such a wonderful woman, and to everyone in the family.
My Deepest Condolences,
Drew Hooley
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Stephanie (Ware) Condon
April 8, 2014 at 6:46 pm
Thoughts and prayers for the whole family and friends! She sounds like an amazing woman!
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Wendy Hendricks Moyer
April 8, 2014 at 6:52 pm
My prayers are with Kathie’s family. I’ll always remember her as a nice girl. Rest in the peace of the Lord Jesus Christ dear Kathie.
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bonnie bowen
April 8, 2014 at 7:29 pm
kathie was a wonderful person to be around had fun in school with her rest in peace god be with you angels are with you
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Jeanne Lewis
April 8, 2014 at 7:42 pm
Our prayers go out to her family! May she rest in peace!!
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Jim and Julie Evans
April 8, 2014 at 7:43 pm
Jim and I – and most of all, our girls – are saddened by the sudden passing of Kathie. She was Mama Lacey to so many of “our” kids! We hope you find comfort in all of the heartfelt comments from so many…as well as all of your cherished family memories. So much love to you all from so many!
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Neil and Amy Neumann
April 8, 2014 at 9:05 pm
Pat, Sean, and Sarah,
Our prayers are with you all that the God of all hope and peace will comfort you at this time with unending promises. We can be confident that your wife and mother is with her Savior who lived her life, died her death and rose again so that she and all believers can have life everlasting in heaven. Please be confident of this that Kathie will rise again to eternal life. We joyously await that day when we will be reunited with her and all believers in Christ.
Our heartfelt sympathies to you all.
Neil, Amy, Erich, Emily, and Micah Neumann
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Dale & Linda Goss
April 8, 2014 at 9:30 pm
Dear Pat, Sean and Sarah,
We were so shocked & saddened by this terrible news …..
and so very sorry –
no words can express how truly sorry we are to hear about this.
Even though it’s been almost 20 years since we left the neighborhood,
we dearly remember Kathie as a wonderful, fun, & loving friend, wife and mom.
Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
With deepest sympathy,
Dale, Linda, Heather & Monica Goss
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Susan Makela Bosma
April 8, 2014 at 9:32 pm
Dear Pat, and Family, We are so very sorry to hear about Kathy’s passing. We send a hug and many prayers for all of you. Kathy was always so nice to me and so full of life and fun. I pray that those many wonderful memories will be ever close to your hearts. Love Fred & Sue Bosma
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Tony Schuster
April 8, 2014 at 9:53 pm
This was so unexpected… Kathie was a neighbor just a little south from my house growing up. I moved to Bronson just down the road from Sturgis many years ago. Who else do I run into while in Sturgis, but Kathie. “Neighbors” again 🙂 We crossed paths again a few times over the years and each time it was as though there was never a moment missed. I’m so glad I had a chance to “talk” with her again through Facebook over the past couple months and catch up. What special girl she was when we were kids, and still to her last day. We will all miss you Kathie, but the loss to your family when you were still so young and full of life has to be devastating beyond comprehension. I’m so sorry they have to experience it. My heart goes out to you all.
We will all meet again… and it will be just as before; as though there was never a moment missed.
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Martie Clark
April 8, 2014 at 10:57 pm
I knew of Kathie for years (through my son, David), but never really knew Kathie until I went to work at BHHS Michigan Real Estate three years ago. Once I went to work for BHHS, it didn’t take me long to become friends with Kathie because of her infectious smile and warm and caring personality. We hit it off right away, and she immediately made me feel as though I had been a part of the family at BHHS for years. Kathie and I shared hundreds of stories with one another – mostly about our familes and our pets, along with many a laugh and sometimes a tear or two. With Kathie’s passing, there is going to be huge void in my heart, but I am so happy that she is at peace and no longer suffering. I will miss her so much; however, I know God feels he needs Kathie by his side more than we do, and that he will take very good care of her. With her kindness and beautiful smile, she will be a golden star among the angels . . . and her memory will live on for years to come. Patrick, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Please take care . . .
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Matt Lacey
April 8, 2014 at 11:10 pm
Pat, Sean and Sarah, I miss your mom, Kathie. I knew every time I spoke to her there was a smile on the other end of the phone. She had a joyous spirit that radiated from her love of Christ and her love for you all. A light that was present is now with The Lord and for that we all rejoice.
Her legacy of love and joy now extends to Grace, Ryan and Kileigh. You all are part of her heritage of loving others selflessly. Thank you Larry and Ardelle for raising and loving a great daughter, we were all blessed to know and love Kathie.
No more car races at the Kalamazoo Speedway instead I look forward to her fellowship in heaven. Psalm 23
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Juliana Suarez
April 9, 2014 at 7:25 am
Sarah and family:
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May god grant you and your family peace during this difficult time.
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Rodney & Karen Hixon & family
April 9, 2014 at 8:02 am
You had stated that Kathy was a lady of faith, “Faith is the Victory that overcomes the world” (I John 5:4) Rest assured that Kathy’s faith in Christ, being the Son of the living Go,d has put her in the presence of the Almighty. God Bless you and your family, you are in our Prayers. The Hixons.
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Erin
April 9, 2014 at 8:52 am
May your memories help to ease the pain and loss you are feeling during this time.
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Maryann Boudrie
April 9, 2014 at 9:07 am
Sarah and family,
I am very sadden to hear of the loss of your Mother. I do hope you will find peace and happiness in your memories of her. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
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Marie Torres
April 9, 2014 at 9:19 am
Sarah and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss; my you find comfort in your loving memories of her. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
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Hailey Stefan
April 9, 2014 at 9:28 am
Sarah
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother, by reading all the posts on FB & message here she sounded like a wonderful person who will be missed by sooooo many. I know she was so happy when you moved back closer and she got to spend more time with your little Gracie. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts & Prayers during this difficult time.
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Kim Martin Kanet
April 9, 2014 at 9:33 am
I thank God for the blessing of having Hutch in my life all these years. Grade school on up to the very day that she went to Heaven.
My heart breaks for her family and she will be greatly missed by all.
See ya on the other side Hutch.
Love ya
Kim
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Dennis & Tami Hamilton
April 9, 2014 at 9:35 am
Pat, Sarah and Ryan,
As we are all saddened by the sudden loss of Kathie, let the great memories help us through this difficult time. The memories we especially hold dear to our hearts are of our many Ford trips we took together. We sure went to some fun places and our years of friendship with the Lacey family will forever be cherished. Hugs!
Dennis & Tami
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Pam Hall
April 9, 2014 at 3:03 pm
Dear Sarah and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Love to all of you.
Pam
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Lisa McBride-Ayers
April 9, 2014 at 4:47 pm
My thoughts and prayers go out to Kathie’s family. She was like a big sister to me as she was my sister Kelley’s best friend. She spent many times at our house as we did hers. Her younger sister Julie and I were the so called little sister tag-a-longs. Kathie always wore a smile on her face and was so kind to everyone. She will be missed by many. R.I.P. Kathie
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Lisa Irwin
April 9, 2014 at 4:49 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with the Hutchinson and Lacey families. :May God grant you comfort and peace in this time of loss. I too am an OHS Class of 75 classmate and remember her bright smile and energy..
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Joe and Debbie Krivan
April 9, 2014 at 7:51 pm
Our thoughts are with all of you at this time.
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Barb Lounsbery
April 9, 2014 at 8:25 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Kathie was a wonderfully person had some good times together we worked together at Kmart
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Marianne Drobny
April 10, 2014 at 12:11 am
Even though I didn’t know Kathie personally I know she must have been a wonderful person having Ardelle and Larry as parents and Aunt Sharon in her life. So sorry to hear about her passing at such a young age. I know she will be missed by her family and friends. May God be with you all.
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Barb (Atwater) Alden
April 10, 2014 at 8:31 am
I worked with Kathie at Kmart. Just a couple of years ago. When she met Pat her whole world changed. My thought & prayers go out to her family as your memories become treasures.
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Andi Carlin
April 10, 2014 at 11:40 pm
I was very very saddened to hear of the loss of one of the most vivacious persons I have ever known. Kathie was THE personality to our bowling team for years. She could throw a party together in hours that would take us mere mortals days or weeks to plan. She was always so full of energy and always had a beautiful smile on her face. I want to send my most sincere condolences to Patrick, Sean and Sarah.
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Linda Venen-Cole
April 11, 2014 at 6:41 am
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I went to High School with Kathie and have fond memories of her. May God be with you all .
Linda Venen-Cole
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Connie Curio
April 11, 2014 at 10:08 am
Kathie’s family:
We are so sorry for your loss. Kathie was always happy and cheerful and made us smile. She will be greatly missed.
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Rob & Barb Robinson
April 11, 2014 at 11:11 am
Pat & family
We had no idea that Kathie was ill Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So very sorry.
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Pat & Anne McColgan
April 11, 2014 at 11:21 am
We are deeply sorry for the loss of special person. She always had infectious laugh and her smiling face will be deeply missed on our street on Crestlane Drive in Sturgis. Wishing your family strength & peace.
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Julie
April 12, 2014 at 6:43 pm
Go fly with the Angels my dear sister! ♡♡♡
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Julie
April 12, 2014 at 6:45 pm
Fly With Angels my Dear Sister….. ♡♡
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Terrie McDonald
April 17, 2014 at 9:23 pm
She always made me smile…fun and witty ! She’ll make God laugh too ! Bet she is already having fun !
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Lynn Higgs
April 23, 2014 at 12:09 am
I want to send my deepest sympathy to the families of Kathie ~ I’m so sorry to hear of her passing. I will be praying for your comfort and peace. I want to share how special Kathie was to me and my Mary Kay sisters. I remember her bright smile, laughter and joy and giving heart, she brought a joy with her wherever she went. I loved the time we spent together and her sharing heart, she put into my heart the love of my Mary Kay business. It seems just like yesterday this is the power of her light, it stays with you forever. Her example and influence and friendship had a great effect on me for which I will be forever grateful. She was a very great friend ~ whom truly cared. Thank you Kathie for your love! Sisters In Christ….
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