Kathy L. Pickett
December 22, 1949 – March 21, 2022
A service to honor Kathy’s life will be held on Monday, April 11, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Joldersma & Klein Funeral Home, 917 S. Burdick St., Kalamazoo. Friends may call on the family one hour prior to the service at the funeral home, beginning at 1:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Centrica Care Navigators (formerly Hospice Care of SW Michigan), in c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Age 72, passed away late Monday evening, March 21, 2022. Kathy was born in Kalamazoo, on December 22, 1949 the daughter of Donald Leroy and Betty Blythe (Knight) Babbitt. On November 21, 1970, she married Larry Pickett who survives her. Kathy was an avid gardener. She worked for many years as a medical transcriptionist and more recently she worked with a team on estate sales. She also like kayaking, boating and swimming, as well as other lake activities. She loved dogs, especially her little Westie, Pippin. Kathy also enjoyed shopping. Besides her husband she is survived by her children, Krista; (Ken) Teitelbaum of Beijing, China, Keri Pickett of Portage; grandchildren, Brandon Teitelbaum and Keegan Teitelbaum; brother, David (Val) Babbitt of Kalamazoo; brothers and sisters in law; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Our hearts are broken as we learn of this sad news. Larry, Kathy, Krista, and Keri were our WONDERFUL neighbors for 25 years. We were blessed to have known them. Even though we haven’t seen you in quite some time, you – sweet Kathy – will certainly be missed. Larry, Krista, and Keri… we’re SO very sorry for your great loss.
So sorry for your family’s loss. Sue and I will always remember the good times we had in our “wild” days. Although we grew apart, Kathy and you were never far from our thoughts. Thanks for all the good times.
Hi Larry Our deepest condolences for the passing of your wife, Kathy. Although we did not know Kathy, we are so happy to have come to know you over the past several years. We appreciate seeing you, especially over the warmer months. You’re always-present sense of humor and perpetual smile brightened up many of our days. We know that much of your happiness in life was the result of your many joyful years with Kathy. Also, we know your loving memories together will offer you much needed comfort as you mourn her loss. George & Gerrie