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Frances Katherine Houtsma, 74

Frances Katherine Houtsma, 74, of Willison, passed away on June 27, 2017.  Born on January 8, 1943 in Jacksonville to Jacob and Anna Houtsma, and remained a lifelong resident of Florida.  A graduate from Clay County High School and the Florida School of Medicine Technology, she retired from the Laboratory Department of North Florida Regional Medical Center of Gainesville.

Known as “Kathy” to all, she was an avid Gators fan, a wonderful cook, and a devoted daughter, sister, and aunt.  Kathy’s gift and greatest joy in life was caring for family and friends alike.  Her devotion to the task knew no bounds, and you could always count on Kathy to be there in your time of need.  Much loved, her passing leaves a space in our hearts that will never be filled.

Surviving family members include her sister Sue Wolfe, of Hendersonville, TN; her niece, Denise Ludwig (Carl) of Grapevine, TX; nephews Kevin Sturgeon (Jeannie) of San Antonio, TX, Brian Sturgeon (Valerie) of Orange Park, FL, and Joe Wolfe (Angela) of Jacksonville, FL.

Memorial services will be held at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in Williston and Russell Haven of Rest in Green Cove Springs, with dates to be determined.

Arrangements are under the care of Russell Haven of Rest Cemetery, Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2335 Sandridge Road, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043.  Family and friends may share their condolences at: www.RHRFH.com 904-284-7720