Kathy was born on January 21, 1956 to the late Joseph and Katheryn Goble. She is survived by her
husband, Joe Tharpe; son, Jonathan Tharpe and wife Katie; granddaughter, Koley Tharpe; sisters, Kay
Birkeli, Myra Jolly and Dotti Goble.
She will forever be remembered by her beautiful smile, bright eyes, and loving heart.
A gathering of friends will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday April 24, 2025 at Abernethy Memorial
Methodist Church in the Family Life Center. A celebration of life service will follow at 12 noon in the
sanctuary with Pastors Justin Grunewald and Tom Jones officiating. A private burial will be held at a
later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Corner Table or Abernethy Memorial Methodist
Church, both in Newton, NC
Condolences may be left at www.willisreynoldsfh.com
