Obituary of Kathleen Faye Tawney

Kathleen Faye Tawney, 70, of Apple Valley, MN, passed away on December 7, 2023. Kathy was born on March 10, 1953, in Grand Rapids, MN, to John J. Tawney Sr. and Gladys (Tuddy) (Yingling) Tawney. Kathy was a graduate of Nashwauk-Keewatin High School. She went on to attend the Minnesota School of Business, where she obtained an associate degree in accounting, leading to several successful accounting jobs throughout her career. Kathy moved to Apple Valley, MN, with her sister Janet (Jenny) & brother-in-law Richard (Rich) Hendrix. As Kathy moved into retirement, she was able to spend her days relaxing, reading, watching TV, walking, and spending time with family. Kathy always had a special place in her heart, not only for her family but for animals as well. She loved spending time with all the pups that had been a part of her life.

Kathy was preceded in death by: Father John J. Tawney Sr., Mother Gladys (Tuddy)(Yingling) Tawney, and Sister Dolores A. (Tawney) Gaskins.

Kathy is survived by her four siblings: Darlene Black (Philip) of Hibbing, MN; Janet (Jenny) Hendrix (Richard) of Apple Valley, MN; John Tawney Jr. (Patricia) of Medicine Lake, MN; and Lisa Johnson-sharp (Paul) of Lakeville, MN.

Kathy is survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

No memorial service or funeral is planned. A celebration of Kathy’s life will be held at a later date.