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Katheryn Rose Yarger

York, Nebraska, formerly of Centralia

10/29/1985 - 03/06/2021

Katheryn Rose “Katy” Yarger, 35, of York, Nebraska, formerly of Centralia, Kansas passed away unexpectedly on March 6, 2021, at her home.

Katheryn was born on October 29, 1985, in Griffiss AFB, Rome, NY to Steven Yarger and Justina “Tina” Van Gilder. Katheryn attended school at Centralia and graduated from Centralia High School in 2004. She attended Peru State for two years, Community College Lincoln and did some online classes in her young life. She was diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of 12. However, yet she had no intention of letting a seizure stand in her way and refused to not live her life to its fullest and enjoying every moment. She loved life and was loved by those who knew her.

Katy was currently employed as a phlebotomist for the State of Nebraska Department of Corrections. It was while working for the department of corrections on July 12, 2019, that she met the love of her life, Keith Krumrei. The couple were to be wed on October 23, 2021.

Katy was a coffee lover and enjoyed a good “cup of joe” and collected coffee paraphernalia. She was an avid reader and enjoyed hanging out with her friends.

She was preceded in death by her great-grandparents; her grandfather, Earl Yarger; her grandmother, Ilda Santos; her uncle, Lester Briggs; and cousins, Jason Adams and Roger Briggs.

She is survived by her fiancé, Keith Krumrei; her parents, Steve (Louise Jones) Yarger of Plattsmouth, Nebraska and Tina (Dean) Zartman of Centralia; her brother, Chris Yarger of Plattsmouth, Nebraska; her sister, Karee Zartman of Centralia; her grandparents, Joann Yarger of Centralia and Jim and  Karen VanGilder of Centralia; step-siblings, Dawn (Chris) Blewett, Dave (Jennifer) Jones, Michelle Jones and Marie Jones; her nieces and nephews, Sylas Yarger, Maddie Jones, Noah Jones, Sammy Jones; her aunts and uncles; and numerous cousins. She will be missed Keith’s family, his parents, Terry Krumrei and Dianna Gruber; and his siblings, Jessica (Todd) Hansen, Andrea Aldrich, Mikaela Krumrei and Nicholas Krumrei. Nieces and nephews to be Oren, Olivia and Oakley Hansen, Keira and Gwendolyn Aldrich and Emora Krumrei;

Katy will lie instate all day on Friday, March 12, 2021 at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca.

Katy’s Funeral Services will be Saturday, March 13, 2021 at 11AM at the West Centralia Community Church. A Visitation will be from 9 to 11 AM, prior to the funeral service.

Memorials are to be left in Katy’s memory to the Epilepsy Foundation of America.

 

Katy will lie instate all day on Friday, March 12, 2021 at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca.

Katy’s Funeral Services will be Saturday, March 13, 2021 at 11AM at the West Centralia Community Church. A Visitation will be from 9 to 11 AM, prior to the funeral service.

Katy’s Funeral Services will be Saturday, March 13, 2021 at 11AM at the West Centralia Community Church. A Visitation will be from 9 to 11 AM, prior to the funeral service.

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34 Comments

  1. Jake L Brazil on March 11, 2021 at 12:24 am

    The world is a darker place without you.

    • Tina Zartman on March 12, 2021 at 8:15 am

      Thank you.

  2. Ted Henderson on March 11, 2021 at 7:31 pm

    Katy was such a kind and cheerful soul! Her challenges with epilepsy did not hold her back from her dreams. We are so sorry for her families and fiancé’s loss. God bless the family and prayers to all who loved Katy.

    • Tina Zartman on March 12, 2021 at 8:02 am

      Thank you for your kind words. We get comfort from them.

  3. Teresa Royer on March 11, 2021 at 8:35 pm

    Katy is missed greatly by her coworkers. She had lots of energy and was very efficient. Her friendliness and smiles are missed every day.
    I am so sorry for your loss.

    • Tina Zartman on March 12, 2021 at 8:05 am

      Thank you for your comment. We draw comfort from your thoughts.

  4. Kim Isabell on March 11, 2021 at 8:53 pm

    I had the pleasure & honor of working with Katy. She had a heart of gold, infectious smile, and could brighten your day with her presence. She is already missed by so many. Sending thoughts and prayers to her family and loved ones during this difficult time.

    • Tina Zartman on March 12, 2021 at 8:07 am

      Thank you for your thoughts. It gives us some comfort.

  5. Alverta heward on March 11, 2021 at 11:45 pm

    Katy was a good friend to all of us that knew her,a good co worker,she loved taking care of her residents. I am heartbroken that she left us so suddenly,she had received the education she wanted to achieve,the job she cared for and found the man of her dreams. Fly high with the angels my friend Katy! We will miss you so much.prayers to Keith and families.

    • Tina Zartman on March 12, 2021 at 8:10 am

      Thank you for the kind words. Katy was always thoughtful of the people in her care. We draw comfort from your comments.

  6. Holly Langemeier on March 12, 2021 at 6:35 am

    Katy had a heart of gold. She will be missed so much! Prayers for Keith and her family.

    • Tina Zartman on March 12, 2021 at 8:11 am

      Thank you.

  7. Victor Schwarz on March 12, 2021 at 7:43 am

    My family grew to know and love Katy while she cared from my wife at Cambridge Place Nursing home in Marysville. We owe a great debt of gratitude to her for the love and care she showed in her daily work. She was always among my favorite nurses. Katie was a beautiful person outside and inside.

    • Tina Zartman on March 12, 2021 at 8:15 am

      Thank you. Katy took care of her people as if they were her family. I know she got close with some of them. We draw comfort from your thoughts.

  8. Laurel DeLammermore on March 12, 2021 at 8:44 am

    Katy was such a special person. I shared on my facebook and one of my friends said “she has the prettiest eyes”. Prayers and hugs for you guys.
    Love you all.
    Lori

    • Tina Zartman on March 20, 2021 at 11:29 pm

      Thank you.

  9. Jenina Gatnoor on March 12, 2021 at 9:25 am

    My thought and prayers with the family and all the friends for comfort. Kati, we will miss you so much working together. God rest your soul in peace.

    • Tina Zartman on March 20, 2021 at 11:30 pm

      Thank you.

  10. Lynn Schafer on March 12, 2021 at 9:26 am

    Tina, such a tragedy, I cant imagine your pain and heartbreak, and send love and hugs of consolation to you, your mom and dad, Lynn Schafer

    • Tina Zartman on March 20, 2021 at 11:31 pm

      Thank you Lynn.

  11. Christy Servido on March 12, 2021 at 10:30 am

    Katy will be greatly missed by all who were blessed to know her, my thoughts and prays go out to her family and friends.

    • Tina Zartman on March 20, 2021 at 11:31 pm

      Thank you.

  12. Cindy Rogers on March 12, 2021 at 11:33 am

    My dear Friend Tina. I never knew Katy but if she is anything like her mother, she had to be an awesome person…. you are in My thought and prayers for you and the family. Sending big hugs….
    Im here for you…

    • Tina Zartman on March 20, 2021 at 11:32 pm

      Thank you Cindy.

  13. Sharon Reinecke on March 12, 2021 at 12:22 pm

    Tina, I can’t even imagine the loss you are feeling. Know there are family & friends praying for all of you.

    • Barbara Deters on March 12, 2021 at 2:05 pm

      Tina,Jim, Karen and family. You have my deepest sympathy. Prayers for God to comfort you with this deep pain .

      • Tina Zartman on March 20, 2021 at 11:33 pm

        Thank you Barbara.

    • Tina Zartman on March 20, 2021 at 11:32 pm

      Thank you Sharon.

    • Tina Zartman on April 7, 2021 at 7:08 am

      Thank you Sharon

  14. Carrol and Georgia Gudenkauf, Seneca Ks on March 12, 2021 at 12:24 pm

    Katy’s uncle Frank Lindemuth spoke of Katy often. He was so proud of her. We wish we could have met her because Uncle Frank told us about her loving spirit. I can’t imagine the grief of Keith, mom and dad, siblings, or the rest of her family, but know that you are in our prayers.

    • Tina Zartman on March 20, 2021 at 11:34 pm

      Thank you so much. She was very fond of her Uncle Frank.

  15. Becky Brinson on March 12, 2021 at 4:55 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss, Katy was an amazing woman and she will be greatly missed. I loved working with her at LCC, she was very caring, good at her job and so happy to be getting married soon. She spoke often of her family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, it will be hard not seeing her smiling face every day.

  16. Tina Zartman on March 20, 2021 at 11:35 pm

    Thank you Becky. It has been nice to hear from her coworkers.

  17. Robert Gabriel(LPN) on May 31, 2021 at 2:53 pm

    I was off on a medical leave and found out about Katy’s passing upon returning to LCC. I worked with Katy at NCCW and also at LCC. She was a wonderful person who will be missed by everyone who worked with her. I am so sorry for your loss. Katy was a special person and you have my sincere condolences in your loss. I know from our conversations with Katy that she was a Kansas state wildcat fan. I used to tease her good naturedly because I am a huge Cornhusker fan. I think about those conversations frequently.

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