Kathleen Cancik

Kathleen M. Cancik (née Thibodeau), 68 of Buckeye passed away on March 9, 2022 in Goodyear, Arizona. She was born in Skowhegan, Maine on January 20, 1954, the daughter of Rodney C. Thibodeau, Sr. and Geraldine V. Thibodeau (née Campbell). Kathy attended both Skowhegan and Madison school districts growing up. She graduated from Madison High School with the Class of 1972 and later attended Thomas College, earning her associates degree in science.

She worked many years in Maine for the Madison Water District and Scott Paper Company prior to moving to Arizona in 1994 where she eventually retired from the Mohave County Attorney’s Office as the Victim Witness Assistant Director. During her years of work, she was recognized for her numerous accomplishments and commitment to helping others.

Kathy enjoyed reading, spending time with her beloved family, and cheering on her favorite football team – the Patriots. In all that she accomplished in life, her biggest joy was being called MumMum and G.G.

Kathy is survived by her husband, Phillip M. Cancik of Buckeye. Her daughter, Stacy (David) Woods of Buckeye who will always be the light of her life. Her brother, Victor Thibodeau of Allenstown, New Hampshire. Her grandchildren: Madison Sanchez, McKenna Woods, Josh (Sara) Woods, Mercedes Nutt, Megan (Daniel) Holser; her five great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

Kathy was preceded in death by her father, Rodney C. Thibodeau, Sr.; mother, Geraldine V Thibodeau; sister, Debbie Bruneau; brothers, Leland Thibodeau, and Rodney Thibodeau, Jr; and grandson Dominic J. Sanchez.

Kathy had a smile that would light up the room and a laugh that was contagious. She will be missed by all that knew her but will forever live on in our hearts.

A memorial service will be held at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 South Litchfield Road, Goodyear, Arizona 85338, on Saturday, March 19 at 8am.