Darlene Katzfey
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Darlene Katzfey, 86, passed away peacefully on Jan.2, 2025 at Cedarhurst Memory Care in Lawrence, surrounded by her family. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Lawrence. Burial will follow at Holy Family Catholic Cemetery in Eudora, KS. The family will greet friends on Friday, January 10, 2025, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence.
Darlene was born March 30, 1938 in Sarcoxie, Missouri, the daughter of Raymond and Grace (Sharon) Jacobs. She married Bernard Katzfey on February 11, 1956 in Sarcoxie, Missouri. He survives of the home. Together they have four children, Mike (Anne) Katzfey, Kansas City, KS, Lisa (Craig) Fiegel, Overland Park, KS, Keri (Scott) Schoessel, Naples, FL, Julie (J R) Rigg, Lawrence; nine grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. Other survivors include two brothers, Jim (Joann) Jacobs, and Bill Jacobs.
Darlene was a devoted wife and mother, spending most of her life caring for her family and the home. She attended every school event, concert, and sporting event for her children and grandchildren. Later in life, she worked as an office manager for Miller Insurance Agency, in Eudora, where she retired. She also loved being a Mary Kay consultant. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and Corpus Christi Catholic Church. She was actively involved in the St. Theresa’s Society and the Red Hat Society.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her great-granddaughter, Elle Turlip.
The family suggests memorials in her name to the Alzheimer’s Association or to the American Cancer Society and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary 120 W. 13th St. Lawrence, KS 66044. For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com.
Although we haven’t been in touch for so long, I remember your mother’s voice, her laugh and there was always so much laughter when Mother and Daddy got together with Bernard and Darlene. Mother always recalls the best stories and I heard she shared some with Julie.. Love to you all. Kristen K Katzfey (Strickler).
I will miss my “bestie” but she has struggled enough. Such a horrific disease. We had so many good times together. Roadtrip, cruises, lunch many times. She loved her family. I will miss her. Hugs to all the family.
Love and hugs for you and your family. I pray you can rest in God’s peace ~ I understand how difficult this has been ❤️
Rest in peace Aunt Darlene. Julie and family just know I loved her so much. I will keep you all in prayer.
Prayers and sympathy to the Katsfy family.
Darlene will be remember by many. She was a great lady and friend. May God be with her and the family.
My sincere condolences to the Katzfey family.
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. God be with you during this time. Hold onto all the great memories .