Kathy VanderMarkt Obituary

We bid farewell to Kathy VanderMarkt of Athens, Alabama, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 9, 2026 at the age of 69. Kathy touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Kathy VanderMarkt to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her son Eric VanderMarkt; her grandson Josiah VanderMarkt; and her parents, LaVern Ouding and Kathryn Ouding. She is survived by: her husband Bob VanderMarkt; her children, Jeff VanderMarkt (Katie), Melissa Bonavia and Robert VanderMarkt; her grandchildren, Kailey Bonavia, Kristina Bonavia, Daniel Bonavia, Makenzie VanderMarkt, Grant VanderMarkt and Amelia VanderMarkt; and her siblings, Bev Allen (Steve), Bruce Ouding (Cherie), Tom Ouding (Sheila) and Robin Ipema (Phil). She is also survived by nieces and nephews.

Those who wish may make memorial contributions to CorsoCare Hospice (https://www.corsocare.com).