i just heard the devastating news.  I last saw Kathy in May when I met her iin Gray's Summit. I have two of Kathy's precious dogs. We have shared so many emails over the years.  I have learned so much from her.  She loved life, had a very special energy, and made everyone feel special.  She made a difference!

Dear Jessica and Emily,

 I was so shocked and saddened to hear about the death of your mother. She and I had recently exchanged messages on Facebook. I will always remember her as a kind, generous person whose graciousness touched everyone she met. She will be deeply missed.

Vicki

I was very shocked and saddened to hear of Kathy's passing. I met Kathy as her trainer for a period of time at the Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center and really enjoyed the time I got to spend with her.  Her personality was refreshing to me.  I looked forward to seeing her every week. I am sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with her family.

We are so very sorry to hear about your loss.  Kathy was my maid of honor, we have not talked for years but I have wonderful memories of our friendship.

Dear Keith and Kathleen's family,

we are devastated to hear of her passing.  We are the owners of Toto.  We have stayed in close contact since getting him 4 1/2 years ago. She was an amazing breeder and human.  

My deepest sympathy to Kathy's family and friends. When I heard of her passing, I was shocked.

I will always remember the times together as kids, her kindness and beautiful smile.

Love to all,

Sheila ( Bierlein ) Erickson

We want to express our deepest condolences on Kathy's passing and our sorrow for your loss.  It is such a shock!

When we met Kathy in early 2011, we thought we were picking out a darling Norwich puppy, which of course was true, but we also met a warm, smiling woman who became such a kind and beautiful friend to us.  Our dog, Sidney, is the love of our lives and we are forever grateful to Kathy for entrusting him to us. 

Our visits to see her and Keith and their dogs, and the times we took care of Sidney's brother, Red, when they went on vacation enriched our lives in so many ways.  Kathy was so generous to groom Sidney at her place or ours; we so enjoyed her good company and lively conversation.  She was happy to take care of him several times when we went on vacation. And we had such a fun time seeing Keith in his acting debut and meeting Kathy's family at the Mantorville Opera House.

Kathy touched our lives, as she has done with so many dog lovers and other people.  We will miss her very much.

Peter and LuAnn

No words can describe my reaction when I read the email of her passing. I am so sorry for the loss for Keith and her family. They all meant everything to her. Her dogs will carry on her memory in so many hearts.

I hope she enjoys this next adventure.

Sue Osborne

 So sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out  to all of  Kathleen's family and friends. Such a shock.    

The words to express the level of sympathy and sorrow felt for the family of Kathy Wherley do not exist. You are all in the thoughts and prayers of all of the McLafferty's.

God bless the Wherley family.

Tim McLafferty

Sandy and Family - I am so sorry to learn of the death of your loved one!  What a shock.  So difficult to process.   My heart breaks for all of you.  Thinking of you.

Paula Graskamp

Mayo (used to work with Sandy) xoxoxoxoxoxo

We send our heartfelt condolences to Kathy's family and nearest friends at this very sad time. As she did for so many others, Kathy changed our lives in January 2002 when she offered us one of her Norwich Terriers, Cameron. We got to know Kathy over the years sharing news about Cameron, and then later Zachary, and most recently, Frasier. Kathy understood these dogs are the children of our hearts, and we have always been so grateful to Kathy for bringing them into our lives and then helping us care for them by sharing her amazing stores of knowledge, kindness, and ongoing interest. Kathy had such a loving and wise heart about both dogs and people, and part of that wisdom and love was her understanding of deep connections, be it of family, friends, or between people and our dogs. We admired, trusted, and relied on Kathy over all these years, so very much. We sorrow in her passing, along with her family and friends. She made the world a better place, in so many ways, and we will always remember her with love.

Kathleen was a very patient, loving, kind, and happy person. I had the pleasure of working with her at Mayo HR Employee Service Center and will miss talking with her everyday. I'll never forget the time she told me about her playing darts as I wasn't excepting that to be a hobby of her's. She laughted at the expression I made. Kathleen will be greatly missed by all of us.

I had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know Kathy during our training together at Mayo in the ESC.  Being teleworkers we don’t get to see each other face to face often.  Not so long ago she and I had the chance to spend the morning digging plants, it was a great day!  She was so happy, smiling and excited to be digging in the dirt.  So very sorry, Kathy will be greatly missed.  Prayers and thoughts are with you all.  Jenny Brummer

My deepest sympathy to Kathy's family.  I have had the privilege of working with Kathy at Mayo Clinic HR Employee Service Center.  She will be greatly missed.  She was such a kind and thoughtful employee and friend.

My deepest condolences to you all.  I loved Kathy like a sister and her departure has left a whole in my heart that will never be filled.  Kathy was the most generous, kind, and loving friend that I have ever had.  I could spend hours talking to her.  We both wished we lived closer but we were able maintain a close relationship though states apart.  Kathy loved each and every one of you.  She spoke of her parents and her daughters, her grandchildren, and her siblings.  She was so very proud of Emily and Jessica and what they accomplished with their lives. She spoke of Keith and how greatful she was to have a partner that loved her dogs as she did.  I have the honor of having two of the Norwich terriers that Kathy raised and I will hold them even closer to my heart as my living connection to her.  Kathy, you left me too soon, but what you added to my life will remain with me forever.  I love you.

Jessica, my deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.

My condolences to the family.  Kathy was a beautiful person inside and out.  We will miss her very much.  Kiss all the norwich in heaven that were waiting your arms again.

I bred Norwich with Kathy many years ago. I will always remember the kindness she showed me when my husband passed away.

She will be remembered by everyone whose life she touched. I am so very sorry for your loss.

I knew Kathy well enough to admire her in many ways.   I bred Norwich with her a couple of times and knew of so many others that did and were so pleased with her professionalism and knowledge.   I know she had many interests way beyond the norm but her first love was her girls and her family.   She just adored them.                            She was a very lucky woman in so many ways and to loose her is unthinkable..  My thoughts are many but I send my empathies to all of you who knew her best.   I never got to meet her companion of many years Keith but know he was so very wonderful to her and a great friend to everyone that knew them.

Peace be with you Kathy but it sure is way too soon..

Joan Eckert  

Dear Emily and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you. If I can help in any way, please let me know.

Karol

Her dogs were her passion.  Her family was her life.  So very sorry for your loss.

.To Kathy's  husband,her daughters,her parents,her brother and sisters

Please accept our deepest sympathy. We have very fond memories of Kathy.You are all in our prayers

Emily and family! There are simply no words to share the thoughts and feelings... Cannot imagine what you all are going through and just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers daily...  God bless you...  

I was shocked and saddened to learn the news of Kathy's sudden passing.  I used to work with her in the Department of Neurology.  She was a very smart and kind women.  She will be missed.  Please accept my deepest condolences. 

Fond memories will inspire life-long smiles. I will pray for your family.

My deepest sympathy. I worked with your Mom in Neurology. She was a great person!! Prayers to you and your family.

I am so sorry for your loss.  My deepest sympathies to you all.  Kathy and I recently did a painting at Canvas and Chardonnay.  Fond memories.  You will be missed.