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Tributes to Katie and Nate

I know I am not alone.  Speaking with some of you, Katie’s absence in our lives is a very difficult reality to accept given what a bright light she was for so many. Can you do us a favor?  We’d like to be able to share with Nate when he is older, some of the ...

Celebrating Life and Milestones

We’d like to thank everyone for the enormous amount of love you are sending in all forms.  Tammy, Jordan and David are all so appreciative of your support during this time.  For many, Katie’s peaceful passing is still a difficult reality to acknowledge as she was delightful part in many of our lives. It is ...

Another Bonfire Tribute Tonight

There was a gathering of friends and family on Wednesday night at Katie’s for a bonfire on her back patio, after the Shiva ended, that lasted well into the night. Tonight, one week after the evening of her passing, we had another bonfire, this time with kids and s’mores.  There will be many more to ...

Holding You In Our Hearts

We are all, near and far, struggling this week to acknowledge the passing of our dear friend and loved one, but Katie left us with yet another gift in trying to help us through these difficult days.  (read more about Katie’s peaceful passing here) Many who knew Katie gathered at 3:30 pm on Tuesday for ...

A Sad Loss, Katie has Peacefully Passed

It is with a very heavy heart that we tell you all that our beloved Katie is no longer with us.  She passed away very calmly and peacefully last evening, Sunday, July 13th at 7:48 pm.  She had been at Beaumont Royal Oak on the hospice floor since Monday, per her request, and many friends ...

Nate Graduates & More of Katie’s Most Recent Artwork Added

Hey All – Nate had a great graduation from preschool at JCC.  He had a wonderful time there and learned so much.  Wonderful teachers and staff, not to mention the facility with its many activities.  Nate is well prepared for Kindergarten in the fall!  Nate is having fun at sports camp for the summer.  So ...

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First Dance Recital / Fun with Friends

Nate’s dance career took flight today, with his first dance recital at JCC day care.  He loves his Moving and Grooving class, and today they showed their stuff in front of a big audience.  He had a blast! And below the dance video are a couple photos from a fun day with Joe and Jack… ...

Happy 5th Birthday to Nate!

A Happy, Happy Birthday to Nate!  The now 5 year old is growing bigger every day (literally) and is becoming even more vibrant and verbose.  Nate celebrated this birthday at school early before the Passover break, but we had a small party for him at home as well with friends Jack, Nicholas and Jessa! Nate ...

New photos and videos – Birthday Boy and Honoring Chuck

Hello everyone – Things are going well and Katie has been having some fun with Nate.  Please check out Nate’s Gallery page to see videos and photos from his 4th Birthday!  Thank you for all the great birthday wishes.  He had a blast and is still enjoying all of his presents.  We showed him all ...

Nate’s B-day soon, and a Project Give-Back update!

Nate is almost 4! Hello all….First off, we have an exciting week as Nate’s 4th birthday is coming this weekend.  Please visit his page and wish him a happy birthday, or send emails (and photos of your young ones wishing Nate a happy b-day) to TheLifeOfKatieK@gmail.com We’ll show him all the messages and emails on ...