“It’s time for you to grow your wings and be set free”
Kathleen Ann Corne, age 66, a longtime Birdsview resident, went to be with the angels on Saturday, November 9, 2013. She was on born April 14, 1947, in Santa Rosa, California, to Shirley “Al” and Gladys (Pelton) Jay.
Kathie spent her childhood in California, moving to Washington in 1981. Kathie and Jerry Corne were married at the Hitchin’ Post, in Idaho, on October 9, 1992. She worked at Albert’s Red Apple in Concrete for several years as a clerk. She loved family get togethers and all her dogs. Kathie enjoyed hunting and fishing with Jerry, and loved watching old movies and playing computer games.
Kathie leaves behind the love of her life, Jerry; son, Chris Smith; daughter, Raeanne Ashe; step-children, Amie and Keith; grandchildren, Kristina, Anthony and Kaylei; five great-grandchildren; brother, John Jay and his wife, Lisa; sisters, Molly Short and her husband, Sam and Dot Hoffman and her husband, Jack; brothers-in-law, Ken Corne and his wife, Edna and Charlie Corne and his wife, Gail; step-grandchildren Mersades, Felicia, Markki and Layne; 2 step great-grandchildren and and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, Shirley; mom, Gladys; brother, Leonard; step-father, Hank and grandmother, Mae Pelton (Nanny).
Kathie will be greatly missed by everyone. She was an amazing wife, mother and grandmother. Kathie was a unique person who always put other’s needs before her own.
A Celebration of Kathie’s Life will be held and a potluck enjoyed from 1-4:00 PM, Saturday, November 16, 2013 at the Birdsview Fire Hall on Russell Road. In lieu of flowers the family wishes memorial be sent to assist with Breast Cancer Research.
Kathie was my sister, my friend, and my confidant, we shared our secrets and our dreams and ALWAYS our bedroom. She taught me to dance, about life, and what what was cool and what was not. She was a kind and gentle soul and always there for those she loved. And Jerry when she met you I believe she was truly happy for the first time. I want to thank-you for the loving care you took of our sister during her hard fought and brave fight. There’s a hole in my heart that can’t be filled. So Kathie save me a seat somewhere around yours for the day that I come home. So our hearts can be filled with love and laughter once again. I missyou.
Jerry, I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your dear wife. May God comfort you at this difficult time. I have not had contact with you in many many years. I moved away from that area in 7th grade but I have never forgotten all the good times I had with the folks of the community. My mother was Juanita Queen, and she and your Mom were best friends, we had a lot of wonderful times going to Mount Vernon shopping, and eating out, and you and I being the youngest children were always with them. Take care, and always look to God for his help and he will get you through any trials.
Joyce Queen Roper
I will miss my sweet sister in law who was also my friend. I will miss our trips to town and our Skip Bo marathons and all the other things we used to do together. She treated my family as her own , we all loved her and she will be forever missed. God bless you Jerry, Chris, Raeanne, Kaylei, Krissy , Tony and all her great grandchildren, she loved you all so much.
Jerry so sorry for your loss. Kathy will be deeply missed. Her smiles always cheerful. We had good Times together. Not just at work. She was a great friend. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Jerrry, I am very sorry for your loss. I went to grade school with you until moving to North Carolina in 1970. I still try to keep up with my Washington buddies. I want you to know that my family will be praying for yours.
Ralph and Jo Anne Bell
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Will always remember Kathy…. So fun, kindhearted, easy to laugh… Many years spent enjoying just seeing her at work or around the community. One of the best gals! I’ll see u in heaven Kathy!
Dearest Sister we will forever miss you, your smile your laugh and your love. You are now with Mom and Len and many others who also loved you. God bless your family we will always be there for them. Love you sis John and Lisa
I miss her so very much already. Kathie was my sister in all the ways a sister can be. We had our times when growing up like all sisters. Getting after her for getting my last pair of nylons or wearing my sweaters. We got separated after high school her going to Washington and me going to Oklahoma. In these last few years we had become closer than ever. She fought so hard for every last minute, I know she is with Mom and Len and is no longer in pain and I feel comforted by that thought. Kathie was a beautiful loving lady and will be miss by all. My God bless you Kathie, Jerry, Raeanne and Chris. I Love you all.
Kathie was a lovely lady with a winning smile and friendly manner…as a neighbor and as that Red Apple clerk I always looked forward to seeing when I was shopping. She will be missed by so many who had the pleasure of interacting with her.
Jerry, Raeanne and Chris. I am so sorry to hear of Kathies passing. I will always remember what great fun we all had together when we were all much younger. I will truly miss her. She was an awesome friend and though we didn’t see each other that often there was a bond between us that will always be there. If you need anything please contact me. She was the best!!
The lord got a beautiful angel, my thoughts and prayers are with you all, she is going to missed, she was like my second mom, always loved to hear her words of wisdom and I will miss her giving me a hard time everytime she saw me… Love you and miss you