Katherine Marie Pierce, 77

Katherine Marie Pierce, 77, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2014, surrounded by her loving family.

Kathy is lovingly survived by her husband, Richard, of 61 years; and their three children, Diana Sandalack and husband Bill of Calgary, Susan Gendreau and husband Larry of Creston, and son Rick of Columbia Falls.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Kathrine and Emil Strand; brother, Laurence Strand; and grandsons, Zachery and Tyler Pierce.

Katherine's legacy is the many grandchildren and great-grandchildren that adored her greatly. Her warm smile and spirit brought joy into the lives she touched.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 29, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 640 7th Street West, Columbia Falls.

Columbia Mortuary is caring for Kathy’s family.