Katherine Honora Kane Chapin Whitney

Kay Whitney of North Bend passed away at age 95 on Friday, July 11, 2014. She was born in Boston, Massachusetts on March 25, 1919 to James and Gertrude Kane. A city girl through and through, it was a great surprise when, after marrying Don, she moved clear out to North Bend, Washington, where they took over the property homesteaded by Don’s grandparents on Rattlesnake Ridge. It was there that they built their home and raised their family.

Kay is deeply missed by her children, Kathleen Teed, Jane Chapin Erickson, Donald Whitney Jr. (Debra), Thomas Whitney, Arlene Whitney Scott, Mary Whitney Burns (Terry), Timothy Whitney (Amy), and her beloved grandchildren. She was predeceased by Donald Whitney Sr., her son, Stan Chapin (Sue) and her first husband, Lloyd Chapin.

Kay was Irish Catholic to her toes, and retained her Boston accent her entire life – both were the essence of who she was. She was a real hot ticket; a stunning, intelligent woman with a quick wit and a generous heart.

A memorial service will be held Thursday, August 7th at 7:00 PM in the chapel at Forest Ridge School, 4800 139th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98006, with a reception immediately following. Please sign the online guestbook at www.flintofts.com or leave a sentiment on the “In Loving Memory of Kay Whitney” Facebook page. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Union Gospel Mission.