Kathryn June Oviatt Pierce passed away peacefully on March 8th, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was born to James Lyman Oviatt and Ruth Hansen Oviatt on September 30, 1937.
She was raised on the family farm in Price, UT. Her childhood days were spent learning the arts of gardening, baking, canning, sewing and music. She loved taking care of the baby animals on the farm and playing outdoors. She loved the happy days spent with family in Hiawatha and Clear Creek, UT. She learned the value and satisfaction of hard work and passed this on to her children and grandchildren. Working with Kathryn did not feel like work. Her loving and gentle ways made any task easy.
Kathryn received her high school diploma from Carbon High School in Price, UT. She attended nursing school at Holy Cross Hospital and became a Registered Nurse. She was head nurse at Holy Cross and taught many nursing classes. She and her husband, Ken, owned and operated Assoc. KenCo, Inc. a commercial floor covering installation business. They also raised Registered Suffolk Sheep and other livestock for their livelihood. She cared for three disabled foster children in her home for 8 years.
Kathryn married the love of her life, Kenneth Raymond Pierce in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple on December 14, 1960. Together, they created a beautiful family of two sons and four daughters. Their family was their passion. All of their time was devoted to providing for, teaching, loving and playing with them. Kathryn had the gift of making each of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren feel like they were her favorite. This gift was extended to friends, co-workers, and members of her church.
Kathryn’s life was full and well balanced. She excelled in and was passionate about everything she did. She was a true lady and infused love in every endeavor. Kathryn was a farm girl and would care for livestock and milk the cows. She was an accomplished pianist and played the cello and had a beautiful singing voice. Her home was filled with culture and etiquette. She made sure her children had the best teachers for piano, voice and other instruments that they played. Music was always playing in the background in her home. Everything from symphonies, operas, musicals, hymns and the current music of the time. Most of the free time with the family was spent singing while Kathryn played the piano and Kenneth played the guitar. Kathryn was consistent in managing her home and keeping order in all things. She cared for her parents in the home and spent many hours caring for Ken’s parents. Kathryn was an expert seamstress and made clothing and bedding for her family. She provided her family with home cooked meals, baked goods and canned goods from their garden and farm. These skills were passed on to her children.
Kathryn was an active member of the church of Jesus Christ of latter day saints. She held many church callings, including Relief society, Primary, and Music. She was an organist, pianist, choir director and accompanist. Ken and Kathryn served together in the Hong Kong China Temple Mission. The Gospel of Jesus Christ was the guide for every decision in her life.
Kathryn is survived by her children Steven (Lori) Pierce, Kristin (Tom) Christensen, Taralee Richardson, Leslie ( Michael) Tanner. Her sister-in-law Lola Pierce. Also, 14 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Raymond Pierce. Also by a son Larry Stewart and a daughter Meredith and son in law Gregg Richardson. Her parents James and Ruth Oviatt and siblings Theron (Barbara) Oviatt, Dal (Joy) Oviatt, Gerald (Marion) Oviatt, Theresa (Garth) Frandsen, Myra (Kenneth) Ricks, Lucille (Jack) Judy.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. located at the Canyon Ridge Ward building, 1850 South 2300 East, Spanish Fork, Utah. Family and friends may attend a visitation Friday, March 18, 2022 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. located at the church and again Saturday from 9:00-9:45 a.m. prior to services.
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