Kathryn H. Ricci

Katie passed away suddenly February 22, 2011 due to complications from surgery. She was born April 5, 1926 in Kanab, Utah. Her parents were Franklin and Flora Heaton.

Katie married Albert Ricci Jr., living in Salt Lake City, Utah, and later divorced. She relocated to Mesquite, Nevada in 1994.

She was a wonderful mother and grandmother. Mom was a terrific homemaker and enjoyed golfing, bowling, and knitting items for family and friends.

She is survived by daughter Gina Milano/Susan Ricci, granddaughter Abbi Kimball, great granddaughter Madisen Kimball, son Randall (Terri) Ricci, grandson Steven Ricci, granddaughters Rachelle (Antonio) Santos, Ciara Ricci, and stepsons Richard Smith and Karl Smith. She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, Albert Ricci, Richard Ricci (son), Ricky Ricci (grandson), Brady Kimball (great grandson).

Katie's wishes were to be cremated with no formal services. She did ask that any memorials be given to: We Care For Animals, P.O. Box 3028, Mesquite, NV 89024, 702-346-3326.

The family invites you to leave a message or memory in our "Memorial Guestbook" at www.virginvalleymortuary.com.