Kay M. Nau

Kay M. Nau

Kay M. Nau, 72, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2012 in Darrington, WA. She was born in Hayes, England, a small town in the county of Middlesex, on March 26, 1940. While still in England, she graduated from Secretarial School England and gained employment as a clerical assistant at the Central Education Office, Westminister. She later worked for the U.S. Air Force and Nestle Food Products also while living in England.Kay was diagnosed with Muscular Dystonia while in her early 20’s. The physical limitations and daily pain associated with her illness didn’t stop Kay from living life on her terms. Even with crippling Dystonia, she climbed Mt. Si under her own power. She was a woman of courage, strength, wit and charm.Kay and Albert were married at the Mt. Si Church in North Bend, WA on October 22, 1976. They shared a blessed marriage of 35 years. Theirs was a marriage based on fun and adventure…the Rolling Stones concert, trips to Reno, NV, the Oregon Coast and more. They also made regular trips to Canada so Kay could purchase products from England and feel connected to her roots. Kay and Al also travelled to England many times over the years. Because of their love for each other and her disabilities, they were never apart for more than a day.Kay and Al moved to Arlington Heights in 1984. There, they tended their little slice of heaven under the canopy of fir trees. Their blueberry patch is legendary among friends. In 1988, Kay passed her immigration tests and became a U.S. citizen. She won more than her share of Jeopardy challenges.In addition to traveling, Kay enjoyed the needle arts, watching her soaps and especially the Seattle Mariners. She and Albert attended Mariners games regularly until her illness would no longer allow her mobility. Kay was also a gifted knitter, she created many sweaters and layettes for children of her friends and relatives. Kay is survived by her loving husband, Albert, residing in their home in Arlington Heights; her loving family in England: brothers, Reginald Terence, Robert (Jill), and Jim (Mary); niece and goddaughter, Tracy (Nick); nephews, Michael (Lainey), Stephen (Denise), and David (Bea); great-nieces, Chloe and Eve; and great-nephews, Joe and Finn. Despite the distance, Kay maintained a special bond with her brothers and their families. She is also survived by her American godchildren, Taylor, Hailey, Brady and Jesse. She also leaves many, many grieving friends who loved her and cherished her friendship.The family would like to thank the wonderful caregivers at the Mt. View Adult Family Home in Darrington. The love and care they gave to Kay in her final months is sincerely appreciated and will not be forgotten.A memorial service will be held July 7, 2012 at 1 p.m. at Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church, 1272 SR 530 NE, Darrington, WA. A reception will follow in the church fellowship hall.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the following; The Church of the Transfiguration (Episcopal) Memorial Fund, PO Box 55, Darrington, WA 98241, The American Distonia Foundation website: americandystoniafoundation.org or a charity of your choice.HiLine Helicopter Service will offer 12 minute flights at $60 per person over Whitehorse, Three Fingers and back immediately after the service.

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