Katherine Louise Hanson, 60, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15, 2009, at her home in Somers, in the arms of her husband Lloyd Hanson, of 42 years. She was born on July 31, 1948, at Siren, Wis., the daughter of Ervin and Elma (Peck) Radke.

She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Kathy will be remembered as a strength unsurpassed in mind and body. She was passionate, determined, kind, loving, creative and crafty. She was our pillar, our strength and our inspiration. A friend you could turn to for advice and friendship. A closeness held privately in each person's heart.

She is "now gardening in heaven" above the mountains she found so peaceful. Kathy will truly be missed and her spirit will live in the hearts and souls of her family, friends and the people whose hearts she touched that loved her so dearly.

She is survived by her husband, Lloyd; her children, Laura and Dave Blaido of Fridley, Minn., Jeff and Kathy Hanson of Kalispell, and Kristine Hill of Kalispell; and her grandchildren, Dylan, Dallas, Lindsey, Morgan, Mikalya, Katherine and Aaris.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 2, at their residence in Somers for family and friends. The address is 15 Sunnybrook Lane, Somers, MT 59932.

Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for Kathy's family. You are invited to go to www.jgfuneralhome.com to offer condolences and sign Kathy's guest book.