Kathryn D. Falley

Kathryn D Falley, lovingly known as Kat, has embarked on her last, greatest adventure. Born on January 19, 1961, in Topeka, KS and passing away there on October 4, 2023, Kat's life was bright and vivid, painting a canvas filled with love, joy, and an indomitable spirit that still radiates warmth and inspiration.

Kat was a beautiful blend of humility and strength. She turned every stone, lived every moment, and loved those around her wholeheartedly. From her darling daughter, Kali Specht, to her precious granddaughter, Emma Specht, Kat's love radiated, warming the hearts of all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Even in her absence, her spirit thrives in the memories of her living family members. Yet, beyond these relationships, Kat was also a mentor and a friend, an individual whose aura touched not just her family, but everyone she came into contact with.

An alumna of Seaman High School and a holder of an Associate's Degree in Environmental Sciences, Kat was multi-talented, always eager to learn and grow. And grow she did - as an electrician, a lighting designer for concerts, and as the soulful owner of the River Rock Café & Bakery. No matter what Kat did, she always did it with a charm and grace that was uniquely hers - leaving no doubt as to why she was often fondly referred to as a "Jane of all trades."

Kat found her greatest joy in the simple pleasures of life. She adored the serene beauty of nature and took bliss in gardening- her hands creating a symphony in the dirt as she nurtured life in the heart of nature. The mountains echoed her spirit of adventure, their majestic heights presenting her with a canvas where she could express her love for art. But amongst all her interests, her family held a cherished place. Nothing could compare to the time spent with her dear granddaughter, Emma. The bond they shared was transcendent and often painted a smile on Kat's face that no mountaintop or sunset ever could.

Kat was a woman of vast dimensions. From her caring demeanor, a heart that harbored deep love, to her dazzling courage, she was truly an embodiment of compassion. This remarkable, kind-hearted woman celebrated the uniqueness in each of us and encouraged everyone to embrace their individuality.

Even though Kat is no longer amongst us physically, her spirit will live on through the lessons she imparted. Her remarkably brave life is a testament that tenacity, blended with love and compassion, can truly make this world a better place. In her, we find motivation to rise beyond our allotted paths, to embrace what we love wholeheartedly and to celebrate life's beauty in all its grandeur.

Kat's legacy lives on in every life she has touched, every person she has loved, every cause she championed, every seed she lovingly buried in the soil. Today, we celebrate Kat, not for the finality of her life, but for the vibrancy that was her existence. Her spirit remains alive in the echoes of her laughter, the wisdom of her words, the warmth of her love, and the beauty of her memories.

"I am the master of my fate…

I am the captain of my soul."

In Lieu of flowers please make a donation to -The Heifer Project -National Wildlife Federation -Wreaths Across America sent in care of Midwest Cremation, 525 SE 37th Street, Topeka, KS 66605.