Kathryn Coats Jorgensen passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on September 20th at the age of 79 in the year 2024. She was born in 1945 on February 11th to Samuel (Lee) Coats and Mary Russell Coats in San Antonio, Texas. She was preceded in death by her sister Evelyn Trenhaile, her mother Mary, and father Lee. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, William (Bill) Jorgensen, son Rayburn Lee Jorgensen and his wife Michelle, daughter Terri Jorgensen Chastain and her husband Michael, and grandchildren Kelsey Leigh Jorgensen (Aaron Fast), Megan Chastain Guzman (Daniel Guzman), Trey Alan Chastain (Abigail Chastain). She is also survived by her sister Elsie Anderson, brother Marvin Coats and his wife Bonnie, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Kathryn was known to all as a strong woman who was devoted to her family and unfailingly loyal to her friends. She was a sweet but stern Momma, a fun and loving Gram, and a superb cook. She knew how to have a good time and make everyone around her feel at ease. Her multiple battles with cancer proved that her bravery knew no bounds. She enjoyed serving others through her work with the Order of the Eastern Star alongside her beloved sister-in-law and friend Jo Cullifer.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 24th, 2024, from 5-8pm at Southern Cremations and Funerals in Marietta, GA. Funeral services will be held the following day, Wednesday, September 25th at the same location from 1:30-2:30pm with a one-hour visitation preceding the service. The immediate family requests that the interment be reserved for their private goodbyes. In lieu of flowers, well-wishers are invited to make donations to the American Cancer Society or the American Lung Association.
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