Katherine Sue Pettycrew was born on June 23, 1929 in Saginaw, MI as Katherine Sue Brown. She married Jack Kenney and they had 3 daughters. In 1978 she relocated to Largo, FL and married her Sweetie "Wild Bill" Dr. L.W. Pettycrew who preceded her in death in 2003.
Katherine was a trend setter being the first female City bus driver in Saginaw, MI. She also owned her own drivers training school "Kenneys School" and helped many learn the roads. Katherine retired from the State of Michigan in 1977.
Katherine was known by several nicknames over the years. Peanut, Mo, Kay, Chatty Kathy, Lemon Drop, and Mum-in-Law. All nicknames came with wonderful stories that she would proudly claim. Katherine was a fun loving person who enjoyed theme parks, swimming, beaches, ice cold beer, extra crispy chicken wings, good friends, family and a great parade especially if she could be in it.
Katherine loved wearing her bathing suit, bright colors, bright red lipstick, jewelry, and she always had to have her hair fixed just right. She loved cooking home cooked meals and specialized in spaghetti, candied carrots, ham & beef stroganoff.
She was buoyant and could float. She loved a good joke! Katherine could cure anything with good ole Apple cider vinegar and Nivea cream.
Katherine leaves a legacy rich with funny sayings & love.
Katherine passed away on February 3, 2023 at 93 years young. Remembered by many including her family: Daughters: Penney Smewing, Holly Kinde, Robin (Dave) Lennie. Grandchildren: Brook Mishler, Cortney Llanes, Jamie Smewing, Nicole Kinde, Korey Carlton. Several Great Grandchildren & Great Great Grandchildren. Her sister: Sally Peters.
In her words "Make sure you have one for me" “Charge”
A visitation will be held, Friday, February 10, 2023 from 2:00-3:00, Serenity Funeral Home 13401 Indian Rocks Road Largo, FL 33774. A graveside service will follow at 3pm. At 4:30 a celebration will follow at Lakeview Largo Clubhouse, 14130 Rosemary Lane in Largo, FL
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Suncoasthospice.org if you wish.
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