Kyung Ja "Momma Kay" Garrett

Kay passed away peacefully on the morning of November 4th, 2026 at home with her family by her side. She was a woman whose life was defined by determination, resilience, generosity, and an unwavering love for those around her. Her legacy is one of perseverance, independence, and devotion to family.

A woman of extraordinary courage and vision, Kay was the first in her family to make the journey to the United States from Pusan, South Korea. With resourcefulness, hard work, and an entrepreneurial spirit, she built a life of opportunity through her own determination and ingenuity. She owned and operated a successful sewing company, invested in apartment complexes, and pursued other business ventures. Financially savvy and fiercely independent, she understood the value of hard work, the importance of planning for the future, and the rewards of perseverance. She was a trailblazer whose accomplishments reflected the strength and ambition that defined her life.

Yet, for all she achieved, her greatest pride and joy was her family. She was their heart and soul and she embodied loyalty, devotion, and unconditional love. Through both her words and actions, she taught her daughters the true meaning of family. Her strength, work ethic, and unwavering commitment to those she loved remain among the most treasured gifts she leaves behind. She would do absolutely anything for the people she loved.

Her phenomenal cooking was one of her many talents, but it was the love behind every meal that made it truly special. Feeding others was her love language. Through every dish she prepared and every person she cared for, she made others feel welcomed, valued, and at home. Her kitchen was a place of comfort, connection, and belonging.

She is survived by her beloved daughters, Priscilla (Robert) and Stephanie (Melanie); her cherished grandsons, Liam and Lucas; and many loving family members and friends.

Though our hearts are broken by her absence, we are forever grateful for the life she lived and the love she gave. She was our mother, our foundation, and the heart of our family. Her love will continue to live on in us, in the way we care for one another, in the meals we share, and in the family she taught us to cherish.

She will be deeply missed, endlessly loved, and forever remembered. We love you, mom.