Kathy Ann (Sandefur) Cantu, 50

Kathy Ann (Sandefur) Cantu, 50, was born March 11, 1956, to Arnold and Eileen Sandefur in Whitefish. She 'passed into the arms of our Savior, the Lord Jesus,' on Aug. 7, 2006, at Healthcenter Northwest in Kalispell.

Kathy was the oldest of three children, attended Whitefish schools and graduated at Whitefish High School with the class of 1974. She worked as a telegrapher for the Burlington Northern Railroad where she met Octavio Cantu. They were wed in 1980 and moved to Lolo, where they had three children, Brooke, Brad and Brian.

Kathy was a giver, with a big heart, very appreciative, never forgetting birthdays or special occasions. She kept a very gracious home in Lolo, where she was involved with many neighborhood activities with her children as well as home decorating projects and quilting.

She loved being a mom and was very proud of each of her children. She enjoyed playing the piano and over the years, had taught lessons and played for her church.

Kathy is survived by her three children, Brooke of Kalispell, Brad, his wife, Jenn, and their daughter, Angelyn, of Missoula, and Brian of Missoula; also her parents, Arnold and Eileen Sandefur, of Kalispell; brother, Larry, of Whitefish; and sister, Janice, of Missoula.

A memorial service will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 19, at First Baptist Church of Stevensville.

Memorial donations may be made in her name to: Valley Christian School, 2526 Sunset Lane, Missoula MT 59804.