Katherine E. Kautz Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Katherine E. Kautz (Olean, New York), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Katherine left this world on January 7, 2026 at the age of 101, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Joseph Ogurchak and Anna Melinchak Ogurchak; and her husband Walter "Oscar" Kautz. She is survived by: her children, David, Diane Kannel, Carol Kautz (Roy Luna), Susan Mark and Anna Potter; her grandchildren, Donna Post, Cora Mayo, Joseph Kannel, Douglas Potter (Rachael) and Emily Brock (Jordan); her great grandchildren, Brennan Mayo, Grayson, Breck and Rylan Potter; her niece Margaret Shavalier; and her nephew Daniel Shavalier.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Friendly Home Music Program – a program Kay loved; 3156 east Ave. Rochester, NY 14618.