Lena Patricia Pickler of Taylor, Arkansas, passed away at the age of 80 on December 31, 2024. Born April 10, 1944, to parents Wayne and Murrah Pickler, Patricia lived the life she wanted to live with many health struggles along the way. She graduated from Taylor, then Southern State University (SAU), and began teaching. At just a bit over four foot six inches, elementary students, particularly kindergarten, were her perfect match. Hearing problems kept her from being able to teach longer, but she was a very successful teacher. Other passions for her were Arkansas Razorback football, traveling, and her homeless cats that she cared for diligently.
She survived colon cancer three times, a heart attack, broken bones, and other effects relating to Turner Syndrome. She always said her picture should be in the medical books about Turner’s because she had 19 of the symptoms.
Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, many aunts, uncles, and cousins. She is survived by her sister, Paula and husband Larry, of Minden, Louisiana, nephew Heath Hadwin and wife, Leslie, great nephew Jordan, great niece Cooper, and special cousins, Nora Corcoran, Mary Ann Elmore, Lee Ann Moore, Paul Edwyn Griffin, and Sam Griffin.
Special thanks to the nurses of Enhabit Home Health and Hospice and Summit Health and Rehab for their care for Patricia.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday January 4, 2025, at Taylor Memorial Cemetery on Highway 160 in Taylor, Arkansas, at 2:00 pm. Visitation will be at the cemetery for 30 minutes prior to the service. Reverend Carol Moore of Patricia’s church, Taylor Methodist Church, will officiate.
If anyone wants to honor Patricia’s memory with a donation, please consider CCAPS Animal Shelter, 510 W. Columbia Street, Magnolia, AR 71753 or any animal rescue of your choice.
Services are under the direction of A O Smith Funeral Home, Stamps, Arkansas.

Betty Ann (Schirlinger) Dauffenbach, age 73 of North Mankato, passed away Tuesday October 29, 2024 at Mayo Clinic Health Systems.

Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in North Mankato. Visitation will be held one hour before the service on Saturday at the Church. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Mankato. Mankato Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Betty was born November 8, 1950 to Herbert and Stella (Hanslick) Schirlinger in Forest Lake, Minnesota. She graduated from New Ulm High School in 1969. Betty was united in marriage to Joel Dauffenbach on September 25, 1976 at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New Ulm. Betty worked many years for State Farm and retired from the Pam Harbo agency.

Betty was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in North Mankato and Turner Syndrome Society. Betty and Joe loved to travel.

She is survived by her brother, Bob and Bonnie Schirlinger of New Ulm; many nieces, nephews and friends.

Preceded in death by her parents, husband, Joe on April 25, 2007; sister, Mary Odom and brother, Ron Schirlinger. Blessed be her memory.

Maria Montserrat “Montse” Miranda, 33, of Salt Lake City, UT, but native of Asheville, NC, was born on April 8, 1991 and sadly passed away too soon on September 14, 2024.

Montse was known for always being strong in her faith, friendly and kind to everyone, loving so fiercely and unapologetically and worrying about everyone before herself. Montse never met a stranger, only new friends. You weren’t able to meet Montse without falling in love with her. She was truly loved by so many friends and family who will remember her contagious smile, her quick wit and incredible sense of humor.

Montse graduated from Enka High School in 2010, and then followed up with studies at the University of North Carolina in Asheville and Salt Lake City Community College. She happily worked at the University of Utah Hospital with her loyal colleagues.

Montse was devoted to her family and is survived by her mother, Elba Miranda; sisters and their husbands, Judy Miranda and Elizabeth Summers; brothers and their wives, Humberto Miranda, Ricardo Leon, Luis Leon, Lorenzo Leon and Marco Leon; her nephew, Maddox Reid; along with many aunts, uncles and cousins who will miss her terribly. She enjoyed listening to music, watching her classic shows and movies, spending time with Lemon, her basset hound, and enjoying any time she could with family.

Montse’s family will be hosting a Celebration of Life on Friday, November 1, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Groce Funeral Home, 1401 Patton Ave., Asheville, NC, 28806. A livestream of the service will be broadcast on this page beginning shortly before 3:00 p.m.

Colleen Jenkins, age 53, of Dawsonville, Georgia passed away peacefully on Friday, July 26, 2024. Colleen was born in Buffalo, New York on September 24, 1970 to David Jenkins and Shelia Klein.

The Jenkin Family is being cared for by: CONRAD & THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 511 Emmett Street, Kissimmee, Florida 34741; (407) 847-3188.

No obituary per Kim's mom

Dorothy Jane Baume died at 70 on June 19, 2024. Born with Turner's Syndrome, Dorothy faced continuous health challenges from birth but never allowed them to define her or limit her zest for life she was thoughtful. loving, kind, generous, fun, and funny.

Dorothy grew in Michigan, and earned a BA Valley State University in Michigan, and an MA from Golden Gate University, in California.

For more than 30 years, Dorothy worked for the American Red Cross, She served in Germany, Italy, and many locations in the United States. Her final posting was at the organization's headquarters in Washington DC.

Upon retiring in 2012, Dorothy moved to Plano, Texas, to be closer to family. There, she channeled her energy into the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States, helping to grow it from a small group of people with shared concerns to a national educational, advocacy, and support organization. In addition to serving on its Board of Directors, Dorothy reached out tirelessly to Support others with Turners ("butterflies") and their families.

Dorothy loved her dogs! She adopted Jasmine, a long-haired dachshund, and together they became certified as a therapy dog team with The Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Their visits brought comfort to patients, students, and anyone in need of their calming, caring presence. After Jasmine's died, another dachshund, Tally became Dorothy's constant companion.

Dorothy Baume's life was a testament to resilience, compassion, and unwavering positivity. Known for her enthusiasm and dedication, Dorothy forged a wide range of lasting friendships. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness and a community grateful for her contributions. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Jeniffer Rene Bulick (Francescone), of Green Cove Springs, Florida, passed away suddenly on May 8, 2024, from an unexpected illness. She leaves behind her husband Charles Bulick “Chuck"; parents, Colleen and Scott Rapier; her siblings, Austin Francescone, Ariel Rapier, Lynn Talbott, Robert Rapier, and Brian Rapier.

Jenny spent most of her life living in Columbus Ohio where she was a big Ohio State Buckeye Football fan. After her marriage to Chuck, she discovered her love for Cleveland Guardians baseball and they spent many nights watching games.

Jenny spent most of her career working as a receptionist at two different auto dealerships, Mark Walburg Chevrolet (Jack Maxton) in Columbus Ohio and her most recent being Auto Nation Ford in Jacksonville Florida.

Jenny earned an associate degree in social work, as she loved people and was always the first to step in to help. She also was a Big Sister and loved her work with children.

Jenny found a love for travel that sent her near and far and experienced life to the fullest.

She had a profound impact on all the people she knew. She lived her life bringing joy and happiness to all through countless selfless acts of kindness. She was a gift from God.

Grandpa Powell and all who have proceeded her, please watch over her and help her find peace. Rest in peace my love your legacy will live through me every day of my life.

Jenny will be interned in Columbus Ohio with a celebration of life to follow.

Please consider donating to the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States.

Brenda Faye Latimer, 73, of Thaxton passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024. She was born on February 22, 1951, to the late George William Latimer and Norma Jean Hawkins Latimer. In addition to her father Brenda was preceded in death by brother, Richard Latimer.

Brenda was a very involved person, she wrote music for comedy skits at church, did stand-up comedy, was involved with little town players. She carried the torch for the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. Brenda had a B.A. degree from James Madison University, a degree in Biblical Studies from Liberty University. She taught Sunday School at Lighthouse Free Will Baptist Church.

In addition to her mother, Brenda is survived by her brothers, Kenneth Latimer (Joyce), Terry Latimer (Mary Beth); nephews, Kenan Latimer (Tonya), Neal Latimer (Tonya); Niece, Jessie Latimer Barceló; Numerous great nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A Funeral Service will be held 1:00pm, April 3, 2024, at Tharp Funeral Chapel Bedford, with Dr. Daniel Smith and Pastor Larry Ross officiating. Burial will follow in Virginia Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00pm Tuesday April 2, 2024 at Tharp Funeral Home, Bedford.

Tharp Funeral Home Bedford is assisting the family. (www.tharpfuneralhome.com)

Kim came into this world a wee fighter at just over 4lbs.
That spirit continued throughout her life.
Kim was a person who only ever wanted to be helpful to all: her family and her many friends. She gave value to her friendships and only asked for that in return. And she got it back tenfold.
She loved singing in multiple choruses: The Rock Voices, her Interfaith Chorus, and joined her mother in The Swinging Seniors. She had Turner Syndrome but she made the best of it. In fact, she went to her first Turner convention in Texas this past summer. Where she met wonderful people and had a great time.
She had hidden stores of energy she'd break out when we weren't expecting it!! She danced literally the entire evening of her sister's wedding. Many guests said "She Wins!"
She loved our mother fiercely. And cared for her so well. They were "running the circuit" we would say, going from one senior center to another getting all the activities in!!
Kim is survived by her mother, Jean, brother, Craig, sister in law Michelle, her dear nephews Alexander and Andrew, her sister Leigh and brother in law Tyler. As well as her cousin and best friend Dawn and lifelong friends Bob and Carolyn.
She is predeceased by her father Eric, her beloved cousin Elizabeth, as well as other cherished family members.
We hope they are all together again finding some comfort, as we turn to each other to find that comfort here.
Services will be held Saturday January 6, 2024 at Christ Church United 10 Arlington St Dracut, MA at 1pm.
With a short reception at the church to follow.
In lieu of flowers please donate in Kim's name to the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States. Link below: https://turnersyndrome.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/turnersyndrome/donation.jsp
For directions or to leave a message of condolence for the family please visit www.pollardfuneralhome.com
The Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home is honored to serve the Nelson family.

Ashleigh Elizabeth Jacot, a resident of Vassar MI, passed away December 28th, 2023 at the age of 35. She was born August 24th, 1988 at Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn, MI to Glenda Jacot and Ronald Waterman Jr.. Ashleigh was a 2008 graduate of Vassar High School and attended Hope Community Church of Frankenmuth.

She loved taking care of the family pets, especially her dog Bella. Ashleigh was a collector of dolls and dollhouses. Her greatest accomplishment was overcoming a congenital heart defect that claims the lives of most children in less than 24 hours of birth. She lived 35 years longer than her doctors expected. She was truly a miracle.

Ashleigh was preceded in death by her older brother Ronald “Ronnie” Waterman III and her grandfathers Donald Jacot and Ronald Waterman Sr. She is survived by her siblings Bethanie (Andre) Rodriguez , Elishia (Sam) Licavoli, Wade (Amanda) Waterman, Bryan (Cassandra) Waterman, Sarah (Michael) O’Brien, her parents Glenda Jacot and Ronald Waterman, and her grandparents Carol Jacot, Diane Jacot, and Judy Waterman.

The family will be receiving visitors Thursday, January 4th from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm and Friday, January 5th from 10 AM until 11 AM at Hanlin Funeral Home in Vassar, MI. A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 am January 5th at Hanlin Funeral Home in Vassar, MI with an interment service following at Millington Cemetery in Millington MI.

Donations in Ashleigh's memory may be directed to the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States.

Kindly share a memory with Ashleigh's family in the guestbook below.

Ashleigh and her family are in the care of Hanlin Funeral Home - Vassar. 1148 W. Saginaw Rd, Vassar, MI 48768. Phone (989) 823-8621.

Once upon a time in Seattle...
8:56 Am, January 22nd 2014 to be exact!
A beautiful Princess was born. Weighing 4 pounds, 9 ounces and measuring 19" long.
Cyndi Renee Barto went by many names: Buggy, Ninny and Cyndi Lou Who, were just a few.

This tiny wonder was no ordinary princess- oh no! There was just something about her... It was as though sunshine came directly from her. Her beautiful soul seemed so large for such a tiny body. Everyone who met her immediately lost a piece of their heart to her.

This little princess was a fierce warrior. Having been born with many obstacles that most would just accept as defeat, Cyndi continuously broke every assumption about her over the years. First, she would never roll over. Well, she did so- and topped that by sitting up on her own as well! Then she would never be able to stand or walk unassisted... Princess Cyndi said, "Bet!" She later attended school and proved to them she didn't need a wheelchair to get around!

Cyndi had the pleasure of growing up around her many cousins who doted on, loved and supported her thoroughly. And she was certainly going to keep up with them as much as she could! Living in a shared household with her loving mother, Sylvana Chapman, sweet little sister Gracie, Auntie/Mama Megan Marie Adamson, Uncle Nyle Adamson and her amazing cousins kept Cyndi active, thriving and of course, Sassy!

Throughout many surgeries Princess Cyndi continued to show us the possibilities if we were just able to keep up with her!

Unfortunately, on Christmas day 2023 at 12:48pm, Cyndi's warrior heart could no longer recover from the trauma of surgery and she passed, cuddled up in her mother's embrace with daddy Ryan watching over them. Her soul, going to meet those who have gone before her. There is no doubt that she ran unimpeded and joyfully into her Grandmother and namesakes arms to wait for the rest of us.

Until then, watch for her fluttering with the butterflies, and remember to celebrate the winter holidays with some extra lights in her honor. How lucky were we to be a part of Cyndi's life?

It is the wish of the family for Cyndi to be interred with her Grandmother. As par for the course, no one is ever prepared for a loss, particularly a child. Many have expressed interest in helping financially and it is appreciated more than you know. We are currently setting up this Gofundme and if you would like other options please contact us directly. There will be a celebration of life on the 20th of January and later this year, a smaller more intimate gathering for the internment once we have raised the funds to cover that part.

Deborah Linn Shoup, age 58, of Columbia, Maryland, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022, surrounded by her family.
Deborah was born in Cheltenham Maryland, in 1964. The Shoups were a Navy family, and traveled to and lived in Bremerhaven, Germany, Monterey, California, Bowie, Maryland, and Adak, Alaska. She was salutatorian of the class of 1982, Bob Reeve High School, Adak, Alaska. She attended the University of Evansville in Indiana and graduated cum laude in 1986 with a B.S in Nursing. She was a member of the Blue Key Honor Society and Sigma Theta Tau, the National Nursing Honor Society.

Deborah worked as a registered nurse for 20 years in neonatal care, intensive care, and obstetrics. She was a former neonatal care manager at Washington Adventist Hospital. She then earned an M.S. in nursing informatics from the University Maryland, and continued work in the medical field. Deborah was an employee of Johns Hopkins Medicine as a nurse and an information technology specialist.

Deborah's Christian faith was lifelong, constant, and central to her being. She was confirmed at Grace Lutheran Church in Bowie, Maryland, in 1979. At the University of Evansville, she was active in Kappa Chi, a Christian service fraternity. She was a longtime member of the Lutheran Church of St. Andrews in Silver Spring, Maryland. In childhood, Deborah developed an appreciation of music through learning to play the flute. She participated in the life of the church through music, with the flute and choir. She was also a member of Central Maryland Chorale.

Deborah is predeceased by her parents Linn Tyler Shoup and Diana Dauphinee Shoup, and brother-in-law Charles ‘Chuck’ Bias. She is survived by siblings Margaret ‘Peggy’ Bias, Michael and Jennifer Shoup, Laura Shoup; and nieces and nephews Mary and Mark Zoepfl, Brandon White, and Diana Shoup.

In memoriam donations may be made to the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States.

Funeral services will be held on December 28, 2022, 11:00am, at The Lutheran Church of St Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20905.

Amanda Lyn Fuller, 39, Kansas City, Kansas passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at her home. Visitation will be 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Friday, October 7, 2022 with the funeral service to follow at 11:30 a.m. both at Bruce Funeral Home, 106 S. Center, Gardner, Kansas 66030 (913) 856-7111. Memorial contributions may be made to Veer Church, 4326 Lloyd St., Kansas City, Kansas 66103. Condolences may be left at www.brucefuneralhome.com

Amanda was born in Kansas City, Missouri on August 13, 1983 to Tom and Sherry (Ford) McCleary . She grew up in Turner and graduated from Turner High School. She attended Kansas City, Kansas Votech nursing training to become an LPN. Amanda worked as a teacher at La Petite Academy. She married Colin Fuller on September 6, 2008 in Overland Park, Kansas.

Amanda enjoyed traveling, cooking and reading, especially the Bible. She was a fan of professional wrestling and had a passion for butterflies. She loved her cats Julio and Agusto. Amanda took pride in her Scottish-Irish heritage.

Amanda is survived by her parents; husband Colin of the home; brother Tommy McCleary; sister Jennifer (Adam) Heins; grandmother Mildred Ford and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Donna Kay McDonald passed away at her home on September 26, 2022, after a lengthy illness. She was born on June 28, 1955, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma to C.B. McDonald Jr and Phyllis McDonald. Donna suffered from Turner's syndrome, which included cognitive challenges and small stature.
Non the less, Donna enjoyed a fun and full life. She lived in several group homes as a child and settled back in Bartlesville to live in our mother's condo in the grove with her care givers.
Donna loved to swim, fish, birthdays, Braum's ice cream, traveling, working puzzles and staying up late at night. She liked to shop at Dollar Tree and the bookstores. Although she could neither read nor write, she loved books. Her truly favorite things were butterflies. She loved watching them and had them pictured on many of her shirts and other items.
Donna liked everyone. She would ask you when your birthday was and could remember it forever. She could even tell you what day your birthday would be on several years in the future. She worked at the sheltered workshop in Bartlesville for a number of years where she cleaned ceramic items for firing and sorted baby clothes. She loved traveling to Idaho to visit family, go in the jet boat and fish. She was also able to attend her brother's wedding in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Donna was preceded in death by her mother and father; her McDonald and Fisher grandparents; and brother, Charles Burnett McDonald III.
She is survived by her sister, Susan Mahan and Susan's husband Jim of Lewiston, Idaho, uncles Mike Mahan(Krista) of Walla Walla, Wa. and David Mahan of Lewiston ID, nieces, Malorie Hinkins, Spokane, WA, Lexie Flinner, Walla Walla, WA. And Nicole Jones of Milwaukee, Wis., sister-in-law, Connie McDonald of Albuquerque, N.M. And Mary McDonald of Bartlesville.
A memorial service will be Wednesday October 5,2022 at 2Pm. It will be held at Donna’s residence, 1550 Pecan Place Bartlesville, OK 74003. Cremation has taken place and Donna was placed in the mausoleum (Bartlesville) next to her parents.
The family would like to thank all of Donna's care givers in both Vinita and Bartlesville for the excellent care she received during her lifetime. Jan of Tulsa, Geneva of Bartlesville, and Stephanie of Bartlesville, and many, many more made her life full and meaningful..
Donations can be made to Ability Works of Oklahoma, 501 Virginia Ave/ Bartlesville, 74003 or a charity of your choice.

Elaine Marie Ritzert, 62, of Evansville, Indiana passed away Thursday, June 16, 2022 at St.Vincent Medical Center. Elaine was born in, Evansville, Indiana on February 6, 1960 to William "Bill" John and Anna Marie (Bayer) Ritzert. Elaine attended St. Theresa grade school where she started to play the organ for mass. She graduated from North High School in 1978 where she was a member of the marching band. After high school, Elaine went to Indiana University in Bloomington and eventually finished her master's degree at IUPUI. While at Indiana University, Elaine dreamed about being in the marching band but was not selected because of her short stature, due to Turner's Syndrome. While looking for answers, Elaine's mother, Anna, wrote a letter to the president demanding a reason. IU responded, that she wouldn't fit in the uniform and she couldn't do the marching style because of her short stature. Throughout life, Elaine did not let the disability stand in her way. Because of her strength, her siblings didn't even realize she struggled with a disability. After graduating college, Elaine found her first job at an adult daycare center in Philadelphia as a music therapist. She worked there for 15 years. She eventually moved back to Evansville and took a job at Good Samaritan as the Activities Director. She continued to work at Good Samaritan until her death. Faith was very important to Elaine. She was a life-long Catholic and was a current member of St. John the Evangelist in Daylight, Indiana. Elaine was a professed member of Brothers and Sisters of Charity based out of Arkansas where she took the vows of poverty, obedience and charity as a lay person. She was also a member of the Turner Syndrome Association. She played the organ for many different Catholic churches in Evansville including, St. Theresa, St. Clements in Boonville and was currently playing at St. John the Evangelist. As Fr. Forler said "Elaine was a saintly woman. The embodiment of perseverance". Elaine will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved her. Elaine is survived by her mother, Anna Marie (Bayer) Ritzert; brother, Greg Ritzert; sisters, Cathy Ritzert and Jane Mulherin (Mike); nieces and nephews, Janelle, Justin, Michael, John, and Marianna Mulherin; and great-nephew, Maverick. Elaine was preceded in death by her father and brother, John Ritzert. A Mass of the Resurrection will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at St. John the Evangelist, 5301 Daylight Dr., Evansville, IN 47725, with Father Chris Forler celebrating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Friends may visit from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Monday, June 20, 2022 at Browning Funeral Home, 738 E. Diamond Ave., Evansville, IN 47711 with a prayer service beginning at 6:00 pm. Visitation will continue on Tuesday from 9:00 am until Mass time at the Church. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John the Evangelist or Turner Syndrome Foundation, P.O. Box 726, Holmdel, NJ 07733. Condolences may be made online at www.browningfuneral.com.

Dr. Jennifer Beth Mazer, 50, died unexpectedly on February 1, 2022, in Greensboro, North Carolina, after suffering an aortic dissection. She was welcomed into Heaven by her father, Charles, who preceded her in death by almost 20 years.

Beth was born on December 31, 1971, in Lubbock, Texas, but from age 8 months was raised in Texarkana, TX. She attended Texas High, completed a BS in biology at Austin College, and went to medical school at the UT Health Science Center at San Antonio. Born with Turner syndrome, a chromosomal condition, she saw pediatric specialists her entire childhood and aspired to help other kids by becoming a pediatrician herself. She lovingly cared for patients in Palestine, Nacogdoches, and San Antonio, TX, before moving her talents and her family to NC in May 2019.

Beth loved to travel and to sing. She was fluent in Spanish. She was a terrible cook but usually happy to help with the dishes. She appreciated the simple things in life: riding waves at the beach, a game of Uno, a walk in her neighborhood, a bowl of Blue Bell ice cream, cuddles on the couch with her kids and her cats. She had a loud and infectious laugh; once she started, you just had to join in. She was incredibly stubborn but claimed to have inherited that from her mom. (It served them both well.) She was a faithful Methodist and prayed for anyone with any burden.

Beth is survived by her husband, Jerry Hooper, and her children, Kayden (11), Katie (11), and Gracie (8) Hooper (Greensboro, NC); her mother, Barbara Hampton (Mebane, NC); her sister and family, Sarah, Richard, Eli, and Abram Zink (Hillsborough, NC); her aunt and uncle, Carol Scott and Christian Pease (Palo Alto, CA); and her cousin, Cami Pease (Washington, DC).

A memorial service will be held on Sat., Feb. 12, at 11 a.m. at Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church, 2600 Pisgah Church Rd., Greensboro, NC 27455. Masks are mandatory. Guests are invited to wear Beth’s favorite colors, purple and teal. There will be no indoor reception but the family will be available outside after the service. For online streaming information, email mazerzink@gmail.com.

Kimberly Michelle “Kim” Wawrzonek was born on May 19, 1973, in Tulsa, Oklahoma to James Wawrzonek and Susan Elaine (Twist) Wawrzonek. She passed from this life on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, in Tulsa, Oklahoma at the age of 48 years. Kim was raised and educated in Owasso, Oklahoma and graduated with the Owasso High School Class of 1991. She then went on to attend some classes at Tulsa Junior College. Kim spent most of her working life as a customer service operator with Coca-Cola in Tulsa for over 10 years. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Broken Arrow, where she loved to volunteer as a Pre-School Sunday School teacher and sang in the choir. Kim was also a proud member of the Turner Syndrome Society – Northeast Oklahoma Group. She enjoyed a variety of past times such as traveling with her roommate and spending time with her nieces and nephews. Those she leaves behind who hold many cherished memories include:
Parents;
James and Susie Wawrzonek
Sister;
Melissa Levesque
Brother;
Josh Wawrzonek and wife Kelli
And her nieces and nephews
She was preceded in death by her grandparents.
A memorial service will be held 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 20, 2021, at the Mowery Funeral Service Chapel in Owasso with Pastor Clint Morgan officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Turner Syndrome Society – Northeast Oklahoma, 11250 West Rd. Suite G. Houston, TX 77065.

Connie Jo Garland 57, Brownsburg, passed away May 1, 2021. She received her Bachelor Degree from Indiana University and was a research assistant at IU Health and Riley Hospitals. She was a member of the Avon United Methodist Church and member and past president of the Turner’s Syndrome Society of the US. Her father Charles Thomas Cox preceded her in death. Connie was the loving and very proud mother of Martina Sutton, her daughter she personally adopted in Bulgaria. Connie was a member of a very large and loving family. Other survivors include her husband John Garland Jr.; mother Shirley Cox; brother Timothy Cox (wife Suzanne); sister Cathy Babcock (husband Bruce). Visitation will be from 4-7pm Wed. May 5 at the Avon United Methodist Church, 6850 E. US Hwy 36, Avon, IN 46123, with funeral services 2pm Thurs. May 6 at the church. Friends may call from 1-2pm Thurs. at the church. In compliance with current conditions, it is recommended that guests wear masks and observe social distancing. Contributions may be to the Turner’s Syndrome Society of the US at www.turnersyndrome.org or mail to 11250 West Rd., Houston, TX 77065

Ann Shelton Currie, age 62, of Houston, Texas passed away peacefully on January 4, 2021 at St Luke’s Hospital surrounded by family. Ann was born February 20, 1958 in Houston, Texas and was the daughter of William and Mary Currie.

Raised in Houston, Ann was a graduate of Bellaire High School and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Houston Baptist University. She then began a 35 year career with Texaco/Chevron in Accounting that took her to a variety of locations before finally settling in Houston in 1988 to work until her retirement in 2015.

Ann was a devout member of St. Martin’s Episcopal Church where she taught Sunday School for special needs children and participated in many Bible studies.

Ann was predeceased by her mother Mary Shelton Currie. She is survived by her father, William Stanley Currie and her sister, Mary/Mimi Currie Barber (Jim) and brothers, Charles S. Currie (Sue) and Michael M. Currie (Lea). Ann also leaves her nieces and nephews who she loved and was beloved by: Michael Barber (Lauren), Betsy Barber, McLeod Barber, Jennifer Currie, Stephanie Ahmed (Kareem) and Nicholas Scott (Lisa).

Ann’s devotion to her friends will always be remembered. Her love for beagles and all things Snoopy will continue to bring a smile to all who knew her.

Her strength and faith in God through many adversities was a great testament to all who knew her. Ann’s family would like to express its sincere thanks to the St. Luke’s Liver Transplant Team and all her other doctors, nurses, and staff whose efforts extended Ann’s life for over a decade.

Ann will be interred privately in the Garden of the Cross at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church. A Memorial Service to celebrate Ann’s life, due to weather the service has been postponed, at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church, 717 Sage Road, Houston, TX 77056.

In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial donations be made to The Turner Syndrome Foundation or St. Martin’s Episcopal Church.

Cassandra Mae “Cassie” Garrett, 34, beloved Daughter, Sister and Granddaughter, passed peacefully and went to her heavenly home on Friday, December 18, 2020. Cassie was born February 2, 1986, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Alferd and Sondra Garrett (Miller). She grew up attending Tuttle Schools where she was a national championship cheerleader and friend to all. Involved in FFA, Cassie was a FFA Sweetheart, officer for two years, and loved showing pigs that she raised with her daddy. She loved her classmates and proudly graduated from Tuttle High School in 2005. Following high school, Cassie began her college career at the University of Central Oklahoma where she was a member of the Alpha Gamma Delta sorority. While at UCO, Cassie also enjoyed being involved in the RLCC honors program and school pride program. She transferred to the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, where she earned her degree with a double major in Early Childhood and Deaf Education. With a servant’s heart and a special love for children, the Lord used her gifts in many roles including teaching preschool and Kindergarten in public and private schools, serving as Children’s Pastor at the House of Restoration, and fulfilling roles in both the retail and restaurant industries. No matter the role, she was always drawn to serving others.

Cassie had a pure love for her family and especially her German Shepherd "Bear." She had a special relationship with her parents, siblings and extended family. Her nieces and nephews were her world, and she loved them as though they were her own children. She was proud to have accomplished independence by purchasing her first home and car and was loving her work as a server and cashier at Swadley’s BBQ. She always enjoyed the annual Garrett family reunion at Lake Texoma - especially breakfasts with her cousins and fishing with her daddy. She loved watching hallmark movies with her momma, spending time with her friends, taking Bear to dog parks, scrapbooking, and serving in children's ministry. She had many dear friends with whom she had always been in contact with throughout the years. Cassie was also a devoted member of Yukon House of Restoration Church. Cassie was faithful to her Heavenly Father and leaned into her faith in both triumphs and when facing obstacles. As a result of this, she has touched people from around the world in more than 40 countries.

Cassie is preceded in death by her grandparents Adrian A Garrett, Wanda J Garrett (Scott), Lloyd D Miller, cousin Edward Dills, and her beloved nieces Lyla Anne Garrett and Renae Merrick. Those who wait to see her again include her parents Alferd and Sondra Garrett, sister Nicole Merrick and husband Jake, sister Jennifer Jones and husband Philip, brother Jeschke (Jake) Garrett and wife Felicia, nieces Emilia & Adilynn Merrick, nephews Kyden & Zane Garrett and Breed & Sammy Jones, and numerous extended family members and friends.

Visitation for Cassie will be held Monday, December 21, 2020 from 4:00pm – 7:00pm. A Celebration of Life service honoring Cassie will be 10:00 am, Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Tuttle First Assembly of God Church with a burial following at Fairview Cemetery. Donations may be made in honor of Cassie Garrett to Sooner State Bank in Oklahoma where the family have set up a memorial fund to provide scholarships to girls with Turner Syndrome so they can attend the National Convention.

Barbara Ann DeRoo, age 72, passed away at Attic Angel Health Center on October 23, 2020. Barbara was born November 20, 1947 in Muncie, Indiana to Eleanor (Rush) and Robert F. DeRoo. Barbara grew up in Elmhurst, Illinois and graduated from York High School in 1966. She attended Oberlin College before graduating from Northern Illinois University. Barbara worked for over 30 years at the Department of Children and Family Services in Chicago, Illinois. She moved to Madison in 2015, residing at the Attic Angel Health Center for the last five years. Barbara enjoyed reading, classical music and talking with friends. At Attic Angel she participated in all activities and maintained her good humor, kindness and optimism despite her declining health. She particularly enjoyed church services as well as having an Angel volunteer read to her. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her brother, R. Lawrence DeRoo and sister-in-law, Patricia Kokotailo of Madison. Barbara is also survived by her cousins whom she was very close to, Rebecca (David) Pritchard of Sumter, SC, Richard (Beth) Rush of Lincoln University, PA, Sarah Rush of Glendale, CA, Mark Rush of Gainesville, FL and Carol Hacker of Pleasant Hill, CA.

Barbara remained very attached to co-workers, friends and church members in Elmhurst and Chicago, as well as friends in the Turners Syndrome Society. Barbara’s optimism and loving nature will be missed by all.

Thank you from Barbara’s family to the staff of the Attic Angel Health Center who cared for her and loved her for many years, the staff of Agrace HospiceCare and a very special thank you to Barbara Berven, her special angel. Memorials may be made to the Attic Angel Employee Appreciation fund."

Beloved mother, Faithful daughter, Committed wife, and best friend


Sunday July 5, 2020, our family lost a loving daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and wife. She will be greatly missed by all. Laura Ann Pruett was called home peacefully in her sleep, amongst those that loved her.


Laura Hamel met Dean Pruett, her husband of 30 years, at the youth group of Saint Andrews Episcopal church. When they met Dean was 16 years old, while Laura was 18. They met while they were still in High School, in Livonia Michigan. They were married in that same church eight years later and started their married life together in a small one bedroom apartment on the banks of the Detroit river. In 1990 She moved with her husband back to Houston Texas were Laura’s parents already resided, to complete her college education. She graduated from the University of Houston’s School of business with a Bachelors degree in Operations Management three years later. She was a officer of Delta Sigma Pi business Fraternity, And vice-President of the Houston chapter of the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States.


After completing her education she then took the next six years to foster/and or adopt five children (Mercedes, Bryant, Stacy, Ruby and Tranesha). In 2005, Mercedes Villagas was adopted and became Mercedes Pruett. After Mercedes Adoption, Laura went back to work and worked for 20 years serving as a court clerk for the Harris county criminal courts in Houston Texas. Laura is survived by her Husband Dean, Her Parents Richard and Francis Hamel, Her two sisters Sue and Karen, her brother Rick, her 5 children, and 15 grand children.


Laura and her family have been active members of the Houston international Church of Christ for over 20 years.


Her sisters in the church Knew her as a kind and loving friend. She was known to have a kind word of encouragement for everyone she met. Her and her husbands house was known as one of great hospitality. She was referred to by some of the younger members of the church as their second mother. People could come to her house and always find waiting for them an open door, a plate of food, and a listening ear. Her advice, kindness and cooking will be greatly missed, especially among the younger members of the church.


A funeral service will be held Saturday, July 18, at 3:00pm., with visitation one hour prior to the service, at Niday Funeral Home, located at 12440 Beamer Road Houston, TX 77089.


There will be a drive by reception/receiving line in the parking lot after the service due to covid considerations. No other reception will be held at this time.


In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Houston chapter of the Turners Syndrome Society of the United States.

Linda June (Krafcsik) Keely, 64, formerly of Newtown, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on March 29, 2020, as the result of a massive cerebral hemorrhage sustained from a fall. Born on October 24, 1955 in Danbury, CT.

Linda grew up in Newtown and attended Bridgeport School of Nursing for one year before moving to Salina, Kansas to finish her nursing degree. Upon graduation from Marymount College, she moved to Kansas City to pursue her profession in nursing which ultimately led to a very fulfilling 37 year career. Linda decided she wanted to be nurse when she was in sixth grade and was a cardiac patient at Yale New Haven Hospital. She was enamored by the work of those attending to her. She retired in 2016 due to a progressive hearing loss.

She was generous to all with monetary funds and/or by donation of her time to volunteer activities, which usually revolved around medical needs of the underserved.

Linda had Turner Syndrome (TS) which presented its own set of challenges throughout her life. She managed numerous medical issues, one being hearing loss associated with this condition, with commitment to maintain her health and enjoy a full life. She was very active in the local KC Turner Syndrome chapter and loved attending the national Turner conventions. She enjoyed spending time with long lasting friends, many of them being fellow TS gals who were dear to her. She also maintained numerous friendships from childhood, college, and past nursing jobs via phone calls, text messages, and frequent lunch dates. All of Linda’s friends meant a great deal to her and deeply enriched her life.

Linda loved to travel and took many trips with friends as often as she was able to over the years. She was disappointed the trips she had planned for this spring/summer had been canceled or postponed due to COVID-19. Linda loved to learn new things and had recently taken sign language classes and clarinet classes. She had taken knitting lessons for many years. She routinely worked out with a trainer to maintain her health, strength, and balance.

Linda married Jon Keely on October 4, 1980. They had no children of their own, but Linda adored her niece and nephew and attended all major events that marked their lives. She was always interested in their lives and accomplishments. She oversaw and managed her mother’s health for 2 ½ years when she was failing from cancer. Linda’s nursing skills and compassion were invaluable during this time.

Linda was preceded in death by her mother, June Krafcsik, and her younger sister, Debra Krafcsik. She is survived by her husband Jon Keely; her father, Michael Krafcsik of Newtown; sister Laura (William) Koehn of Kansas City; nieces and nephews Adrienne (Erik) Nelson, Peter Koehn, and Danielle (Krafcsik) Frye; and great-nephew and nieces, William, Maggie, and Eleanor Nelson.

Marcia Lizabeth Garfinkle, beloved daughter, age 57, born in Canton, Ohio on August 14, 1962, to Elaine (Margolis) and the late Jack Garfinkle, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2019 with her devoted mother by her side. She is a graduate of GlenOak High School and was a loyal employee of the Olive Garden Restaurant for over 31 years. Marcia loved driving her own car around town, loved reading biographies and autobiographies, and watching good movies and was a girl scout for many years. Marcia was a lifetime member of Shaaray Torah Synagogue and attended Sunday School regularly. She shared her joy with friends and strangers through her infectious smile.

She is survived by her Mother Elaine Garfinkle; Aunt, Lt. Colonel Cyrene Ellen Margolis; Uncle Jack Asael; Cousin Sandra Asael; and numerous extended family members and many loyal friends. Preceded in death by grandparents Dora (Adelman) and Clifford Margolis, Mary (Press) and Hyman Garfinkle; great-grandparents Shana Fagel (Kantorowitz) and Isaac Adelman, Lizzy (Albert) and Isadore Margolis; great-great-grandparents Boska and Elia Kantorowitz of Europe; Aunt Rose (Garfinkle) Asael; Cousin Mark Asael.

Graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family. Please no home visits, but telephone calls will be accepted. Donations may be made to Shaaray Torah Synagogue.

Aubree Renee Fenske was born August 21, 2002 in St. Paul, Minnesota, the daughter of Michael and Karie (Anderson) Fenske. Aubree attended Eastview High School, 10th grade, in Apple Valley. She was the center of life for her family and everyone she met. Her loving and unmatched energy constantly sprang forth to bless everyone. Aubree had absolute love for everyone and everything. She formed deep relationships that will remain unsurpassed. She had a rare gift of making every single person she encountered feel special and of greatest importance to her. Aubree constantly had a smile on her face and her laughter always brightened everyone’s day. We will sorrowfully miss the purity of this precious soul. Aubree entered Heaven’s gates into the loving arms of Jesus on Wednesday, June 5, 2019. She awaits to reunite in glory with the family that she left behind, her parents Michael and Karie, and her sisters MyKayla and Lexee, of Apple Valley. Also survived by grandparents Teresa Fenske of Rochester, and Doug and Pam Anderson of Apple Valley; her aunts and uncles and 18 cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandfather Daniel Fenske. Memorial service to be held at South Suburban Evangelical Free Church June 15, 2019 at 10 a.m.