Born on January 29, 1937 in Kennett, MO to William and Irene Lambert, Katherin lived a life full of grace and devotion to those she loved. In her younger years, she worked as a switchboard operator at Union Pacific Railroad where she met her future husband. Her lifetime career was as a manager of the cafeteria at Monsanto
where she was known for her work ethic, kindness, and dedication.
On March 9, 1957, she married the love of her life, Ronald Ray Metzler, and together they built a home filled with warmth, laughter, and endless love for over 50 years.
She was the proud and loving mother of Ronna (Dan) Robinson, Jim (Sam) Metzler, and Kara Crismon and a doting grandmother to Matthew (Sarah) Robinson, Katherin (Derik) Elmore, Luke (Lauren) Arens, Mallory (Travis) Hamilton, Ronald (Mariah) Robinson, Dalton and Hanna Metzler. She was a very proud great grandmother to 9 great grandbabies with a couple more on the way! Her home was a safe haven and her kitchen was always open. She enjoyed baking, crafting, decorating, and shopping. She will be remembered for her famous barbie doll cakes, ambrosia fruit salad, and handmade dolls. She always enjoyed hosting her large family for holiday get togethers. Later in life, you could find her at the casino playing slots with a Diet Coke by her side. Her witty humor and the unconditional love she gave every member of her family will always be remembered and cherished.
Katherin is survived by her children, her grandchildren, siblings, and many extended family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, sister, husband, son-in-law, and many beloved friends.
A celebration of life service will be held on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 12:00 noon at Alexander White Mullen Funeral Home located at 11101 St. Charles Rock Rd. St. Ann, MO 63074. Visitation will begin an hour before at 11:00.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Cure Alzheimer's Fund in her memory.
