Kathy Ann Schatner, age 79, went to be with her Lord on Friday, February 19, 2021. She will be remembered by her husband, Thomas Schatner; children Dawn Stauffer, Michele (Chris) Layle, and Cindy (Mike) Heilmann; grandchildren Alysha (Jim), Rachael (Alex), Mandy (Tony), Alexandra, Samantha, Taylor, Tyler (Kayla), Carrin, Sierra, and Megan; great-grandchildren Noah, Trinity, and Toryn and Evelyn on the way; sister-in-law, Rose (Harley) Huffman; many nieces, nephews, and friends.
On June 6, 1941 Kathy was born to Alfred “Fritz” and Betty Heibel. Kathy was an only child, but was never without friends growing up. In fact, her friends became her brothers and sisters. In November of 1963, she met Tom Schatner, who was home on leave from the USAF. It was love at first sight. Tom went back to Georgia for ten months. On September 5, 1964 they were wed at Holy Name Church. They moved to Savannah, Georgia, where they had their first child, Dawn. After moving to Illinois, daughter number two, Missy, was born. In 1968, they moved back to Michigan and later had daughter number three, Cindy. Tom and Kathy had ten grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and another one on the way. They were married for 57 years of pure joy.
A Funeral Mass for Kathy will be held on Wednesday, February 24, 2021, 10:30 a.m. with visitation one hour prior at St. Sebastian Catholic Church, 9408 Wilson Ave. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315. Msgr. William Duncan will be officiating. In honor of Kathy and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Sebastian Catholic Church. Interment will be at St. Sebastian Cemetery. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookcaresbyron.com.
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