Kathy Walker Spainhour died peacefully Sunday morning July 9th, 2023 at CMC Main Hospital surrounded by 6 lovely nurses all holding her tightly while hearing the comforting voice of her sister, Karen Pickett.
Kathy, was born on October 4th, 1956 to Charles and Jean Walker. She was one of five siblings being four sisters and one brother. She graduated from Garinger High School in 1974. She then worked at the Nalle clinic here in Charlotte, NC where she was a Front Desk Administrative Assistant. She made so many close relationships with everlasting friendships even there after she worked at the place of business. She married her first husband Johnny Cranor, and they started their family with bringing life to their son Cary Cranor. Born on May 4th, 1977.
She began her remarkable career at The Rehab Center also here in Charlotte, NC, as Front Desk Administrator. She made so many friends with patients who regularly came into The Rehab Center, they always asked for Kathy! As well as growing even more everlasting relationships with her beloved, caring coworkers. She retired in 2021 at the age of 65 and left her legacy to continue on.
Throughout her life, Kathy made her family and friends her full time job. She would always put others first, and was so dedicated to her work. Family came first with Kathy. She then remarried to David Spainhour in 1989 and they started a family with bringing life to their son Steven Spainhour being born June 23rd, 1993. They enjoyed life to the fullest. She made the absolute best of every situation possible. Kathy was always such a kind hearted soul always full of positivity, and generosity. Kathy fought hard against her battle with cancer, and through it all, remained positive. She was a Carolina Panthers Fan and was always very supportive of them during regular football season.
Kathy is survived by her two children, Cary Cranor and Steven Spainhour; one grandchild who adored her, Brendon Cranor. Her beloved sisters Karen Pickett, Carolyn Lindsay, Sharon White and her only most cherished brother Charles Walker; Many nieces and nephews, Amber Benfield and her husband Bradley Benfield, Karl Bost, Wesley Bost, Austin Walker, Michael Walker, and Savannah Ingram.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.wilsonfuneralservices.com for the Spainhour family.
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