Kathy K. Vallafskey

Kathy Vallafskey, devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, died unexpectedly on January 31, 2021, with her loving husband Ronald “Toby” at her side.

Kathy is survived by her husband Ronald “Toby” Vallafskey; two children: Tracy (Scottie) Davis and Troy (partner William Harrison) Vallafskey.  Her grandchildren are Annalecia Vallafskey, Rylee Davis, Asja Vallafskey, and Avery Vallafskey.  She is also survived by a sister: Diana Campos; a brother: Dan (Bonnie) Knabenshue, as well as many nieces and nephews who meant the world to her.

She was preceded in death by a grandson: Dominic Vallafskey; a brother: Harold Knabenshue; a sister: Judy Corillo, and parents Carleton and Sara Knabenshue.

Since retiring from Schneider National, Kathy enjoyed spending time at her home in Townsend, Wisconsin with her husband Toby, bird watching and enjoying the lake.  She will be missed immensely by her husband, children, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, and all that had the honor of having her in their lives.

In keeping with Kathy’s wishes, there will be a private family gathering at the Wichmann Funeral Home in Appleton.  In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity.

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A poem from Rylee:

When you hear the waves crash into the sandy shores, I am there.

When you see the vibrant, warm, sunset, I am there.

When you feel the cold, crisp, morning air, I am there.

When you smell the first rainfall of spring, I am there.

When you sense my presence beside you, I am there.

Through all of your hardships and triumphs, I am there.

When you are happy, sad, lonely, or scared, I am there.

My body may not be present, but my spirit is with you eternally.

I am there.

I will always be there.