Katharine Kaiper Whiting passed away on January 10, 2026, at the age of 79. Born in Reno, Nevada on January 1, 1947, Katharine was a resident of Tempe, Arizona.
She will be laid to rest at Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery, located at 10940 East Chandler Heights Road, Chandler, Arizona.
May we offer our most sincere condolences to the family during this difficult time.
In your time of sorrow, light a candle in remembrance of those no longer with us. Light a candle in honor of her memory. Continue to honor her memory now and forever.
We encourage friends and family to share your most fond memories, favorite photos and expressions of sympathy below.
Please contact the staff at Advantage Melcher Chapel of the Roses for questions, concerns or comments.
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“Afterglow”
I'd like the memory of me
To be a happy one.
I'd like to leave an afterglow
Of smiles
When life is done.
I'd like to leave an echo whispering
Softly down the ways.
Of happy times and laughing times
And bright sunny days.
I'd like the tears of those who grieve,
To dry before the sun
Of happy memories that I leave
When life is done.
