Mrs. Kathryn Stone Wait: Obituary

Kathryn Stone Wait was born on February 1, 1921 to Henry G. Stone and Mamie N. Stone. She passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2015.She was predeceased by her loving husband of 53 years, F.E. (Ed) Wait. She and Ed were Founding Members of University Heights United Methodist Church in Decatur, GA.

Kathy was a wonderful homemaker who was known for her beautiful handwork in crocheting, knitting and sewing as well as for her outstanding baking abilities. She was a devoted volunteer and played a positive role in her daughter Sheila’s childhood activities. Her thoughtfulness knew no bounds as she always put others first. Her family will always remember her legacy of love, kindness, and importance of family. She will never be forgotten.

She is survived by her daughter, Sheila Wait Thompson (Colin Thompson); grandsons, Chris Thompson (Stephanie Thompson) and Stephen Thompson (Melissa Thompson); great-grandchildren, Owen and Emma Thompson; her sister, Jewell Coker; her nephews, Ron Coker, Ryan Coker, Roy Moore; her nieces, Nancy Joines and Sharon Sittner; and several great nephews and great nieces.

Visitation will take place at Roper Funeral Home in Jasper on May 13 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. A graveside service will be held on May 14 at 1:00 pm at Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Tucker, GA. Rev. Stacey Rushing will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the University Heights United Methodist Church or the Bent Tree Foundation.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Staff of Roper Funeral Home & Crematory of Jasper, Georgia.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.roperfuneralhome.com.