Franklin , Velma & family, sorry for your loss.  
Morris & Judi Johnson

I am so sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. I worked with her at SORC and loved her dearly. She was such a sweet girl. She gave the best back and shoulder massages. 
My prayers are with her family and the caregivers and friends that loved her so much. 

After my  stroke, she loaned her bed to me when I needed a nap during our regular visit with her.

She enjoyed looking at magazines of clothing, jewelry, and picking out gifts for friends and family

I remember when my mother bought us matching beach sets when we spent one summer in Virginia 

I remember mother making a yellow dress for me, a pink dress for Virginia, and a blue dress for Kathy.  And my mother painted each one of an individual box (purse) which she lined with (fabric from) our dresses

I remember my dad showing the ropes when we had to lobby in the capital (to keep SORC open) 

I remember the patience my parents held while teaching Kathy to work on puzzles and the great joy (which came often) when would "found a piece of puzzle "!


God created a wonderful child, sister, friend! Kathy’s pleasantries and smiles and joyful reciprocal conversations always made my heart sing.  She will live in my heart forever. 

Heart felt condolences to her precious family. Nothing I can say will ease your pain, but I am forever sorry for losing someone so special as Kathy.   
And let me quote:
Grief is a reminder that love was present and even though it is not in its original form, that love STILL exists . — Michelle Maros 

A few messages that were shared with me (Kathy's sister, Virginia) from Kathy's wonderful friends and support staff:

Alicia E:  "She is in heaven showing everyone her clips and bows and all her other trinkets loving the afterlife"

Karin C: "I am saddened to hear this...she was just telling me how pretty I was a few days ago...she will be missed."

Tanya P: "She has been such a joy. She always brought a smile to my face. Kathy has a pure soul and is definitely an angel from our heavenly father."

I was shocked to see Kathy's name in the paper yesterday.   Many years ago, I was one of Kathy's babysitters.  I remember reading a book to her, then she proceeded to read it back to me, word for word.  I learned later that she actually had an incredible memory,  and she wasn't reading, she was reciting from memory!   I was blown away.  

Kathy was sweet, with a lot of energy.  My heart goes out to the family.  I pray that the good times and the funny moments help carry you through the grief.  

Much love and hugs to the family. 
Agi (Kovach) Lurtz


Kathy was always such a ray of sunshine.  Christmas of 2021

Kathy and Cynthia, fun with dress-ups, 1969, Manhattan, Kansas. 

I want to share a joyful memory of my cousin Kathy. I will never forget playing Concentration (the card game) with her at Grandma and Grandpa Appl’s house. My heart goes out to all the family at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. 

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Kathryn "Kathy" Louise Appl

30 December, 1965 – 16 March, 2023

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