of Mountain Home, AR
July 20, 1960 - October 21, 2013
Kathleen Joy Blackburn Wedge traveled the rays of sunshine to meet her Lord Oct. 21, 2013. A memorial service will be held on Nov. 5 at 2:30pm at Roller Funeral Home. A gathering of friends and family will be from 2:00pm until the time of service. Interment will be private.
She was born in Wareham, MA on July 20, 1960 to Albert & Dorothy Ann Nichols, as Kathleen Joy Nichols, the youngest of four children. Kathy spent her younger years living in the Cape Cod area. She graduated from Flippin High School in 1978. She received her Bachelor's degree from UCA in Conway, AR. She was a real estate agent in Mountain Home for 20 years and during some of those years she was the proud owner/operator of Tea Time with Kathy. She served as an Ambassador for the Chamber of Commerce, Past President of the Committee of 100 and a Master Gardener. She held Meet & Greets for political candidates at her historical home and business on College St. and was a Host for the Baxter Bi-Centennial. She enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, cooking, and baking special cakes and desserts for others.
Kathy is survived by her husband of 5 years, Steve Wedge of Mountain Home as well as two brothers, Mike and William, and two sisters, Penny and Pat as well as 8 nieces and nephews and 4 great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
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47 Condolence(s)
Mia Nichols
Sunday, September 1, 2024
I never got to meet her, i was only 3 when she passed away. I'm the youngest of her great nieces and nephews, but from what I hear she was a wonderful and kind woman who was very loved and respected.
Becca Detwiler
Thursday, August 27, 2015
Hey Uncle Steve, If you ever check this....I hope you are well. I miss you, and her, very much
Tricia Turner (Mrs. Frederick C. Turner)
Sunday, November 17, 2013
Steve---I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. Tricia Turner
Tina Coates
Saturday, November 9, 2013
There is something special about Butterflies.Maybe it's their gentle nature,striking beauty or graceful flight.Makes me think of Kathy...And if one actually lands on you,somehow you feel honored as if you were singled out as an especially trustworthy companion.I feel honored to have been one of Kathy's many friends.Steve,may you find comfort in all the good memories you hold in your heart.
Tina Coates
Saturday, November 9, 2013
There is something special about Butterflies.Maybe it's their gentle nature,striking beauty or graceful flight.
Ben Jay & Jewell
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Sympathy & prayers sent your way. May God's love embrace each one.
Ben Jay & Jewell
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Sympathy & prayers sent your way. May God's love embrace each one.
Nickie Mitchell
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Dad...I don't entirely know what to say or how to say it. I just want you to know I love you very much. Kathy was a wonderful woman and I know she made you happy. Things may seem dark right now, but just know that I will always be here for you. Although our lives get busy and time passes so quickly...I'm just a phone call away. Please let me know if you need anything. I think about you everyday and want nothing more than for you to be happy again. I love you.
Bonnie & Jim Shepperd
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Steve and family, Just to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you today on this very difficult day. Sorry we were not able to be at the memorial. We are sending you and Kathy's families our love and prayers and ask that God give you the strength to get through this sad time. Remember the good times. God bless you all.
Bonnie
Bonnie & Jim Shepperd
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Steve and family, Just to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you today on this very difficult day. Sorry we were not able to be at the memorial. We are sending you and Kathy's families our love and prayers and ask that God give you the strength to get through this sad time. Remember the good times. God bless you all.
Bonnie
Kathy and Gregg Nebgen
Monday, November 4, 2013
Kathy's special personality will be missed by all her friends and family. Steve - remember the good times. We will forever cherish the times we spent with you and Kathy both here and in Mt. Home.
Willie & Chuck Sieben
Monday, November 4, 2013
Dearest Steve,
Words cannot express how deeply Kathy's passing has saddened us, so we can only imagine how brokenhearted you are. The love you shared was a true inspiration and her light will be missed in this world, which must seem terribly dark to you right now, and to our family of friends on CR15. Give your friends and family the blessing of helping and give time a chance to heal. May God bless and keep you, dear friend.
We love you.
Bill Kimball
Monday, November 4, 2013
Steve, I want you to know how sincerely sorry I am for what you are going through. I can't even imagine the loss you have suffered and the grief you are feeling. Please know that my sincere thoughts and prayers are with you every minute and though I'm unable to come to the memorial, I will see you in the next week. Love,Bill Kimball -
Colleen and Dan Cramer
Monday, November 4, 2013
Steve - Dan and I want to send our deepest sympathy to you and your family during the time of great loss. We still have fond memories of the time we spent with you and Kathy during the Harley 100th Anniversary in Wisconsin. Please reach out to us whenever you come this way again. I hope you can take comfort knowing you are all in our thougths and prayers.
Dan and Colleen Cramer
Butch and Carol Roberts
Monday, November 4, 2013
Steve, Butch and I are so very sorry.Kathy was such a beautiful lady, inside and out.. She always made us feel so welcome in your home. And we always enjoyed our visits so much. I got such a kick out of "junktiquing" with her. She was just such an amazingly warm, sweet soul. She will be missed by so many.. I know your heart is breaking without her. But try to let your beautiful memories of her keep you strong. Until your together again one day, in the Lord's house. I know until then she'll be watching over you. Much love Butch and Carol
Dee and Susie Teague
Sunday, November 3, 2013
Steve,
We just want to let you know that we are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Your Neighbors,
Dee and Susie
Greg Thorpe
Sunday, November 3, 2013
Steve,
We are sorry we will be out of town for Kathy's
service...Will be thinking about you, Pretty useless to try and put into words our feelings about Kathy's passing. .You know how we feel about your terrible loss. . She is at peace...as we talked about this, or tried--there is really a lot to question, but there is no good answer. You are one of my best friends, and I am here for anything you need, as are the other 2 amigos...and many more as you have found out. Every day is a challenge now. I see your strength and love of life returning and that makes me happy. Be strong and know that Kathy loved you very much...and your loss is also her loss. You won't get over your loss, but I know you will come back, stronger than ever, with lots of good memories that will never leave you. Think about the good times, and there were many. Keep those thoughts front and center. You have many friends that care for you...don't forget that on your down days. See you soon, hunting and fishing with the fun memories of Kathy right there
with you. Chin up, my friend. Luv ya man.
Greg and Nancy Thorpe
tony gerzen
Saturday, November 2, 2013
Steve, please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of Kathy.
donna and tony
Jay &: Marsha Lanning
Saturday, November 2, 2013
Steve; No one could ask for better neighbors than you and Kathy. We will always be here for you if you need to talk or help with Sammy. God Bless.
Timothy Curtis
Saturday, November 2, 2013
Kathy always had a smile on her face she will be missed!!
kathy jo Anderson
Friday, November 1, 2013
Remembering Kathy Joy with great fondness from our Committee of 100 days--my sympathy and condolences to all her family--kathy jo
Karen Hernandez
Friday, November 1, 2013
Dear family
I have the honor to work with Mike, Kathleen's sister. Knowing Mike, I would like you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Loss of a loved one is a very sad time for all of us. We must focus that our loved one's are in a better place.
Sincerely, Karen Hernandez
jessica jones
Friday, November 1, 2013
Kathy was such a wonderful and caring lady.she would have given the shirt off her back if u needed it.i will never forget the time we had a horruble ice storm and my family was stranded in the middle of nowhere freezing with no power....out of nowhere i hear kathy screaming for me from out side and when i looked outside here come my daddy and kathy dressed like an eskimo running to my rescue.she will be greatly missed.daddy i love you and am always thinking of you!!
Barbie & Ken Bridger
Friday, November 1, 2013
My Dear Brother,
Our hearts are broken for you, Kathy's family and her many friends. I wish we could have stayed until the services, but we know that being there this past week was the right thing to do to help you through this heartbreaking time. We love you. Stay strong. We are here for you always -
Love Barbie & Ken
South Dakota
Dorothy Kennedy
Friday, November 1, 2013
I thought a lot of Kathy Joy and enjoyed being with her at Comm. of 100 meetings.
Nancy and Ted Roney
Friday, November 1, 2013
Dear Steve,
Down at the lake, six years ago or so, Kathy was on your boat dock while I was walking our Bonnie. We chatted a bit and I said "so, are you getting married?" While holding up her left hand on which was a beautiful ring, she responded, "can't sleep with Steve if I don't. My mother would NEVER forgive me!!" Kathy surely did live up to her middle name, didn't she? She gave me one of her metal bowls for whipping cream, and I will always cherish it. Give time........time, Steve. You have many friends all around you who love you and share your sorrow. Hugs, Nancy and Ted
Dianna and Mike Roller
Friday, November 1, 2013
To all of Kathy's family: We extend to you our condolences. We will keep you in our prayers at this difficult time of loss.
Sincerely,
Mike and Dianna Roller
Paula Roddy
Friday, November 1, 2013
sorry for your loss-I loved her little Tea Time shop-got to eat there once
deepest sympathy
Eddie & Sandy Nichols
Thursday, October 31, 2013
Steve our hearts go out to you. Kathy was a beautiful and loving person who was a joy to be around. She will be missed by all who knew her. Love Eddie and Sandy
K.Sugg
Thursday, October 31, 2013
Condolences from the Committee of One Hundred
Kedra Sugg, Current Chair
Michellle Pace
Thursday, October 31, 2013
Uncle Steve,
We are so sorry for your loss. Although we cannot be there with you know that your family loves you and we are all praying that God will give you the strength to get through this difficult time. We are thinking of you and sending love and prayers your way!
Love,
Michelle, David,
Blake, Brandon & Brooke
Tony & Kathy Hollech
Thursday, October 31, 2013
Dear Steve, Kathy was loved by many & will be missed. The memorial service will be a wonderful & beautiful tribute to her life. God will give you strength to get through it & the times ahead. We are here for you when you need us. Love & prayers, Sis & Tony
Bonnie & Jim Shepperd and Family
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Dear Steve and family,
We were so sorry to hear about Kathy. We wish we could be there for the memorial service to give you our support. Kathy will be missed. Our hearts and prayers will be with all of you.
Pat Black
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
I met Kathy when her mother was the administrative secretary for CEO Charles Macmillan at the local hospital back in the 70's. I thought she always had the most joyful countenace. I lost track of her after Charlie Blackburn passed away, but I offer my sincere condolences to her family. She was a genuinely happy spirit.
Judy Stewart Matty
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Kathy was a lovely person and someone you could count on to always greet you with open arms and a warm heart. Kathy and I went to high school together.
Rest in Peace my friend.
Mark Hollech
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Uncle Steve ,
We are very sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and the family that God will give you strength. If you need anything please let us know! We love you ...stay strong!
Love & prayers -
Mark, Teresa, Lance and Laynee
Bruce and Tina Benton
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Dear Steve, We want you to know you have been in our thoughts and prayers, Kathy will be truly missed.
Charlotte Nall
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Kathy passing from this earth! She was a lovely lady with a sunny smile! She gave much to our community!My sympathy goes out with prayers to her family and loved ones!
Bradley Morris
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
The Morris family sends its condolences for your loss of Kathy. We love you so much if you need to talk or anything we are not far away by telephone! Stay strong Steve! I love u Bradley!
The Morris Family
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Steve, as your nephew, I want to send our heartfelt sympathy to you and the family. Kathy was a wonderful person who will be greatly missed. We are sorry that we could not travel from Las Vegas to be with you in your time of need but we want you to know that we are here for you. I hope that my mom being there has been a comfort to you in these trying times. We love and miss you all.
~Brian, Deena, Tyler and Dylan
Jim Smith
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
So very sorry for your lose, Steve. And for the lose of the rest of us who knew Kathy. She will be missed by all of us at the Bull Shoals Visitors' Information Center.
Kay Kunkel
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear about Kathy. I am an old friend from her Master Gardener days and remember some good times with her. She sold me all her dishes from the tea room when she closed it. I always thought of her as a beautiful person.
Bob Ketchum
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Steve & family- Our most sincere condolences in your time of loss. They say time heals all wounds. I hope you find consolation in the company of family and friends during this time.
Bob, Jane & Robert Ketchum
Pat Dearing
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Steve, Were so sorry for the loss ofKathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and we'll talk to you soon.
Pat & Linda Dearing
Valerie Bivona Royal
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. We went to school together at Flippin and Kathy was always friendly, always smiling. She was a good friend and will be greatly missed. Rest in peace Kathy. We will miss you.
Floyd & Pam Menzies
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Our deepest sympathies for Kathy's family and friends. We met Kathy 20 yrs ago buying our first home here. She loved Mtn. Home, and she showed us through the tour of this area.
Bruce Sanders
Monday, October 28, 2013
My deepest condolences to her family. I knew her from High School and she was a sweet and kind person.