Kathleen Tezak Crockett
January 21, 1945 - September 25, 2017
Kathleen Tezak Crockett passed away peacefully at her home on September 25, 2017 from cancer surrounded by her loving family. Kathy was born on January 21, 1945 in Salt Lake City, Utah, the second oldest child of Stanley and Erma Kramer Tezak. Kathy graduated from Judge Memorial High School in 1963. Kathy married Terry B. Morris in March 1966, later divorced. She later married Norman D. Crockett in February 1984.
Kathy lived a full and vibrant life. She enjoyed playing tennis, golf, and boating at Flaming Gorge, where she was very active in the Flaming Gorge Yacht Club. During the 13 years she and Norm lived in Mesquite, Nevada, she was very active in the Oasis Golf Club and the Mesquite Food Bank. In 2014, she and Norm returned to Utah where she then enjoyed marshalling at the Soldier Hollow Golf Course and volunteering at the Kamas Food Bank. Kathy and Norm were avid cruisers, having taken over 18 cruises, many with family and friends. She loved listening to her music, with Johnny Mathis and The Eagles being some of her favorites.
Kathy is survived by her husband of 33 years, Norman D. Crockett; her children, Randy T. Morris, Christopher T. Morris (Jake Robertson), and daughter Andrea Morris; step-daughters, Lori (Adam) Burck, Katherine (David) Ehmigh, and Pamela Crockett(Lesley Baldwin); nine grandchildren; her siblings, Michael (Taryn) Tezak and Celia (David) Jacobsen, brother-in-law Glen Roser; and nieces and nephews. In addition to her family, she leaves behind many friends in Salt Lake City and Mesquite, Nevada.
Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, sister Anita Roser, and brother John R. Tezak.
Our family would like to thank the staff at the Huntsman Cancer Institute and IHC Home Health Care for their support and care during her illness.
A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, October 11, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East Salt Lake City, UT 84106. Committal will be at Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 4th Avenue and T Street, Salt Lake City, on Thursday, October 12 at 11:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or to the Huntsman Cancer Institute.
In Loving Memory
To a sweet, treasured cousin who in her own "tom-boy" ways became a lovely laughing eyed, smiling face for oh so many us, to love and cherish no matter how many years or miles have kept us apart Your perky pixie haircut was always synonymous with you as I often wished I could pattern a similar fashion (but you always wore it best)! I believe Anita will be there to welcome you into her arms as you'll have so much to catch up on Dear Kathy, you'll always be near to me in memories of a pretty wonderful " big cousin."
barbara tezak herndon
midvale,, ut
" Unforgettable " Kathy will never be forgotten. She had a big sassy, quirky, fun loving personality. She was the life of the party making me and everyone laugh until are checks hurt. We had so much fun throughout our long friendship, I am so sad that she is gone.I will miss her... To Norm, Randy, Chris, Andrea I feel your heart ache.. She left us so many memories, so we can reminisce and laugh again. Love you......
Cheri Rosvall
North Salt Lake, Ut
I never met Kathleen, but know her amazing son Randy. You must have been an amazing woman and mother. Our family will pray and hope for comfort and peace to come to those you left behind and blessed throughout your life.
Michael Palmer
South Jordan, Ut
I met Kathy once through her son Randy. She was a fun-loving and sassy individual from what I remember and I know she loved her son very much. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. I am sincerely sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace no longer in any pain.
William Figueroa
San Antonio, TX
to norm Iam so sad to hear about kathy what a beautiful fun kind friend ,lean on your family .love barbara
barbara millham
salt lake city, UT
Kathy, you SHINE ON.... you sassy diamond you! Sending my love, prayers and strength to your amazing boys Chris & Jake. ~ Love Always
Marianne Swenson
Murray, UT
May love be what you remember most. Our condolences .
The Averys
Mesa, AZ