King, Katherine (Kathy) Louise – Passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 20, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. Kathy was born in Montreal on September 10, 1951, to Frank and Jean King (née Barbour). She spent many years in Saint John, NB, before making London, ON, her home in 1973..

A longtime member of Highland Golf and Curling Club, Kathy was passionate about sports, excelling in curling, golf, and swimming. She will be remembered for her constant smile, unwavering positivity, and kind words that uplifted everyone around her. The friendships she cultivated were a source of great joy, and she cherished those who surrounded her.

Some of Kathy’s happiest memories were of times spent in the Maritimes with her sister Penny and her extended family, especially her nine great-nephews. She is predeceased by her parents, her grandparents Peter and Annie Barbour, and her sister Holly of London.

Kathy is lovingly remembered by her sister Penny Fletcher; her nephews Peter, David, and Daniel (Denise) Fletcher; her niece Jennifer (Michael) Power; and her treasured great-nephews Danny, Sam, Jack, Ben, Jacob, Sean, Joe, Noah, and Matthew, and family by choice, Brenda and Bill McGinley.

A celebration of Kathy’s life will be held at Harris Funeral Home 220 St. James St. at Richmond, London, ON on Saturday, February 22 at 2 pm, Rev. Michelle Owens officiant.  Interment of ashes will take place in the Spring. Donations in her memory may be made to Calvary United Church, where she was a longtime member, or to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Kathy’s family extends heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful staff of The Village at Glendale Crossing, as well as the compassionate palliative care team, including nurses Getika and Ajeesh and Dr. Achetar, for their kindness and support.