Kathryn Umbreit Obituary (1950 - 2014)

Kathryn Umbreit Kathryn Christensen Umbreit, at the age of 63, returned to her Heavenly Father on January 15, 2014. She passed away surrounded by her friends and family, having been stricken with Pancreatic Cancer, diagnosed a mere four months earlier. Kathy was born in Brigham City, Utah, to Dayton Velroy and Marjorie Carter Christensen on November 17, 1950. After graduating from Box Elder High, Kathy went to BYU and Weber State where she studied to become a caring Respiratory Therapist. After 30 years of service, she retired from Alta View Hospital in 2012. At the age of 27 she was chased down and asked out by her soon-to-be husband, Douglas R. Umbreit. They were sealed for time and all eternity on August 24, 1978, in the Salt Lake City Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They enjoyed a happy marriage for 33 Years before he passed away, though they are now reunited on the next part of their journey. Kathy had many hobbies but her true passion lay with her family, her friends and the gospel. Her love knew no bounds, and there was little time when she wasn't serving those lucky enough to know her. As a member of the LDS church Kathy had many callings, but her favorite calling was her last, which was as a Temple Coordinator at the Draper LDS temple. Despite her declining health, she continued to serve in the Church until she was no longer able. During the final chapter in her life it was her two beautiful granddaughters that brought her the most joy and kept her strong until her final days. She loved and was loved by all who knew her. Kathy is survived by her son Matthew D. Umbreit, her daughter Melissa U. Meru, her son-in-law Michael C. Meru, granddaughters Elle and Emme Meru, and brothers Dick (Sharon) and Scott (Diane) Christensen. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 25, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the LDS Stake Center located at 1911 East 14110 South Draper, Utah 84020. A viewing will be 9:30 to 10:40 a.m. at the Church. Interment will be at 3:00 p.m. in the Brigham City Cemetery. VisitationLDS Stake Center 1911 E. 14110 S. Draper, UT 84020 January 25, 2014 9:30 AM - 10:40 AM ServiceLDS Stake Center 1911 E. 14110 S. Draper, UT 84020 January 25, 2014 11:00 AM CemeteryBrigham City Cemetery 325 South 3rd East Brigham City, UT 84302 January 25, 2014 3:00 PM