Mary Kathleen Gier died peacefully in her home on January 1, 2022, at the age of 71. A brave and resilient person, She finally lost her fight against an aggressive spinal disorder. Katie was a beloved teacher, and a soulmate to her husband Richard for forty-nine years.
A kind and caring person, she was unpretentious. You always knew she spoke her truth. She had an almost childlike persona that always believed in a better tomorrow. She will be greatly missed by many. Katie leaves behind a husband, and three sons, Dan, Chuck, and Rich, and grandson Owen. Also left behind is her beloved sister Patty Vowells Vogel, and Father John Vowells S.J.
Donations can be made to the following Charities:
Little Sisters of the Poor of Jesus Christ
2226 Troup Ave
Kc, Ks. 66104
Caritas Clinics
636 Tauromee Ave
Kc, Ks.66101
Both groups serve the poor and homeless.
A funeral Mass will be held 10:00 am, Saturday, January 8, 2022 at Queen of the Holy Rosary, 7023 W. 71st St., Overland Park, Kansas 66204. Services will also be live-streamed through the church website at https://www.queenoftheholyrosary.org/