Katherine Marie Tovaas Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Katherine Marie Tovaas of Santa Maria, California. Katherine, born on August 17, 1959, passed away on October 12, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Katherine Marie Tovaas to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Katherine for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Katherine’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Edward "Buffa" Asai and Joan Spader; her husband Robin Tovaas; her children, Jacqui Raynaud (Collin Raynaud) and Mitch Tovaas (Melissa Tovaas); her grandchildren, Maverick, Blake and Hayes; and her sisters, Nancy Brown (Bob Brown) and Linda McGrath (Steve McGrath).
A memorial service will be held on Monday, October 19th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the First Christian Church (1550 S College Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93454).
