Mary "Kathy" Kathleen Kateridge

Mary Kathleen (Kathy) (Parkhurst) Kateridge, age 82 passed away at home in Yakima on March 10th, 2023. Kathy was born April 29, 1940, in Yakima, WA to Milo and Helen Parkhurst. She grew up in and around the lower valley, graduating from Toppenish High School in 1958 where she was the editor for the school paper. Soon after, she married Patrick Clayton and together they lived in Parker Heights, WA and had three sons. After moving to Yakima in the late 6o’s, Kathy met and married Edward Kateridge. They were married on April 17th, 1969. They had a daughter in August of 1970. Kathy and Ed belonged to bowling leagues at Skookum Lanes for many years and always enjoyed hosting gatherings at their home. Mom worked in the Printing industry for 45 years at both Shields Bag and Printing and Abbott’s Printing. She made so many friends and enjoyed the hard work she did. After retiring her favorite past times were gardening and donating a little money to Legend’s Casino.

Kathy is survived by her children Mark (Lynn) Clayton, Peter Clayton, and Jennifer (Edwin) Cox. Seven grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

She is preceded in death by her husband Edward Kateridge, Stepson George Kateridge, Son Jeffery Clayton and brother Richard Parkhurst.

There will be a gathering to share memories and desserts on Saturday March 25th from 2-4 pm at the home of Jennifer and Ed Cox. Keith and Keith Funeral Home is supporting the family.

Our family is so grateful for the care mom received from Memorial Hospice caregivers, especially Nurse Sarah. Also, my sister-in-law Jenn for her many trips to Yakima to help keep mom safe and cared for over the last seven months giving our family the gift of respite.