Katharyn Cannon McPhie
1936 ~ 2015
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) ended the mortal journey of Katharyn Cannon McPhie on August 10, 2015. Born to Rulon F Cannon & Norma Udy Cannon on February 11th, 1936 in Tremonton, Utah. Beloved wife, mother, sister and special friend to all that knew her. An Alto in the S.D.C. chorus she met and married a tenor, Reuel Jensen McPhie on August 31st, 1961 in the Salt Lake City Temple. Married nearly 54 years. This union produced 4 very special daughters Cheri (Klaus), Karie, Jill (Maynard) and Marlene (Jim). She lived a lifetime of service, always busy with her “projects” for others; Including but not limited to tile work, plastering, painting or working on sprinkling systems.
The family would like to give special thanks to Dr Bromberg and his staff at the U of U ALS clinic and the very caring staff @ Summit Hospice. Especially her invaluable nurse, Becky, who made mom’s lasts weeks more comfortable. Also her aide Hector, whose tender yet strong touch made her daily care easier each day. Both kept an upbeat atmosphere and gave her the ability to maintain her dignity to the end.
Funeral services will be Thursday August 13th at 11 am. A celebration of her life will be held the evening before from 6 to 8pm. Both will be at held at Murray 8th Ward at 160 E 4600 S, Murray, Utah.
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Reul & Family
Sorry to hear about Katharyn’s passing. The Cannons/McPhies and Johnsons have many good memories of association. May the Lord comfort and support you in this mortal separation as you look forward to one day being together again.
Claudia Johnson
Dear Mr. McPhie and Family,
Hello, I saw the obituary for Mrs. McPhie in the newspaper and immediately phoned my Mom (Frances) to let her know. I knew she would want to know although she took the news hard. She asked me to please convey her sympathy to your family. She said that she has so many wonderful memories of Kathy & Reul and has always considered them as dear friends. She also said to let you know her thoughts and prayers are with your family through this difficult time.
God bless you all,
Melodee Edwards and Frances Martinez (Francie)
Dear McPhie Family,
We are sorry to hear of the passing of our former neighbor and the babysitter of my daughters for several years. I am sure you daughters will remember their ‘up the hill’ playmates. Her home was a caring, safe, happy place for my daughters after school.. .
Dear McPhie and Cannon family,
We are sad to read about Katharyn’s death. We send you our love and remember you all in our prayers. May you find comfort in the knowledge that she is not far away only beyond a special vail.
God’s speed to all your family.
Joachim and Trudy Schenk