Katherine M. "Katie" Zupkoff, 16, of Paddock Lake, WI, passed away Wednesday, July 16th, 2008, at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. Katie was an organ donor, and through her generous donation, many lives will be touched. Born on September 17, 1991, in Burlington, WI, she was the daughter of Seth and Kim (Knoche) Zupkoff. She was a lifelong resident of Paddock Lake while looking forward to her junior year at Westosha Central High School. She was employed at Brighton Dale Golf Course. In High School, Katie was involved Cross Country Running, Soccer, Forensics, Ping Pong Club and the International Club. She was a proud member of the Girl Scouts, working toward her Gold Award. An avid reader, her favorite place to go was the library. She loved travel, especially visiting family in New York; she loved fashion, especially purses. Surviving are her parents, Seth and Kim, two sisters, Lauren and Marilyn, a brother, Andrew all of Paddock Lake; maternal grandparents, Jim and Jean Knoche of Madison, WI; paternal grandparents, Gerald and Linda Zupkoff of New York; her maternal great-grandmother, Gladys Karnes of Madison, WI; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her biological paternal grandmother, Marilyn Zupkoff. A memorial service will be held on Monday, July 21st, at 1:00 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, 24929-75th Street, Paddock Lake. In lieu of flowers, memorials will be used to honor Katie at a later date.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Katie’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Kan Pai (chemistry teacher)
Dear Katie's family, I knew Katie only as her science teacher. In this short span of time, I saw her as a person who was self-confident, very comfortable with herself, and a young lady with a quiet sense of humor. She will be greatly missed.
aunt laura
April 24, 2015
Thinking of you and missing the very thought of what you were in the process of becoming. xo
Shirah
July 25, 2008
Dear Kim, Seth, Lauren, Andrew & Marilyn,Katie was a stellar child, there was no question she was turning into a magnificent woman... words seem so hollow now, please let that huge love that has always filled your house, made each of the kid's smiles so bright, let that wrap around and comfort you during these daysLove Shirah
Jordan Leslie
July 24, 2008
Katie was a great girl. When I saw her in school, the only expression she would show was happiness. I will always remember Katie as the girl who would always smile and talk to you about anything. She was a great student, soccer player, runner, and friend.A Thousand Winds-UnknownDo not stand at my grave and weep;I am not there, I do not sleep.I am a thousand winds that blow.I am the diamond glints on snow.I am the sunlight on ripened grain.I am the gentle autumn's rain.When you awaken in the morning's hush,I am the swift uplifting rush.Of quiet birds in circled flight.I am the soft stars that shine at night.Do not stand at my grave and cry;I am not there, I did not die.
christina -
July 23, 2008
May the blessings of love be upon you, may its peace abide with you and may its essence illuminate your heart. I am sorry for your loss.
Joan and Don Logan (parents of Lynne Logan, Katie\\
July 22, 2008
Our thoughts and sympathy are with you in this most painful time. Katie was a light in the world - she brightened up our daughter's life as well as ours whenever she visited us. Her memorial service was beautiful and captured the essence of who this wonderful child was. We hope and pray that you can find some comfort in knowing that so many people loved Katie.
Chris & Jim Passalaqua
July 22, 2008
Kim & Seth,We just wanted to say how sorry we are to hear about Katie. We live just down the street from you (blue house on corner next to the empty lot). Jim & Chris Passalaqua
Joy Brown
July 22, 2008
I know there is nothing I can say to give you comfort at this time. Katie's family is in my thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to all of you.
Grant & Sandy Karsten (parents of Ashley Karsten- Marilyns friend)
July 21, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family at this most difficult time.
Rosemary Helgesen
July 21, 2008
Please know your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish all the memories you have and let that be your strength to make it through everyday. She is a beautiful young lady. God bless you all.
Kelly, Bill, Kyle Eklove & Family
July 21, 2008
There are no words that can be spoken to take away the pain and sorrow that you and your family are feeling. I can't even begin to understand, however there are many people who know and love your family deeply. I know my son Kyle who is very good friends with Marilyn and Katie is heartbroken over the loss of his friend and for the fact that Marilyn has to endure such pain for the loss of her big sister. Our hearts, thoughts and deepest sympathy go out to you and your family.
Kimmie Mirocko
July 21, 2008
My heart goes out to you and your family. I know there are no words that can comfort you. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
David & Marilyn Lauer
July 21, 2008
Please accept our sincere sympathies at the loss of your daughter. We feel your pain - we lost our daughter to ovarian cancer five years ago when she was only 24 years old. Katie surely had a zest for life, and we hope that your memories of her will comfort you as days and years go by.
Audrey Hilborn
July 21, 2008
My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. Your daughter was a beautiful young woman. Deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Connie Hagen (North Shore Bank)
July 21, 2008
Seth, I just want you to know that I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time and loss and am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Connie Hagen
Dawn Lesjak
July 20, 2008
Seth & Family:I am very sad to hear of your loss. Please know you and your family our in our prayers.
Amy Paddock
July 20, 2008
Dear Kim & family,My heart is breaking for your loss. I know there isn't anything I can say to take your hurt away, but I wish there was. Please know that I'm here whenever you need anything. My family & I are thinking of you.
Jodi Zupkoff
July 20, 2008
Seth,Kim,Lauren,Andrew and Marilyn,Please know how much you all have been in my thoughts, not just at this time of losing Katie, but so often over all the years. Jodi
Laura Kissinger
July 20, 2008
Dear Kim, Seth and family,I am at a lost for words, know that we are deeply sadden to hear about Katie's untimely death. My heart goes out to you and your family. Kim as you know we are like sisters, we celebrate in our joys and it tears us apart when one of us is hurting. I'll be calling you soon. You have my deepest sympathy. I love you my dearest best friend.
Cindi Anderson
July 20, 2008
I never had the chance to meet this lovely young lady, but I too lost my daughter to a drunk driver at the age of 16. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Some parents find a group called Compassionate Friends(a group for parents who have lost children)to be very beneficial. May God bless you.
Aunt Laura
July 20, 2008
Nothing Gold Can Stay by Robert FrostNature's first green is gold,Her hardest hue to hold.Her early leaf's a flower;But only so an hour.Then leaf subsides to leaf.So Eden sank to grief,So dawn goes down to day.Nothing gold can stay. xoox
The Stollings Family (neighbor)
July 20, 2008
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.Sincerely,Robert,Valerie,Alyssa and Jacob Stollings
Lee Ann and Patrick Guill (parents of Erin Guill - Marilyns friend)
July 20, 2008
Although we have never met and it's always been a wave when dropping off and picking up the girls I can't begin to express the deep sorrow our family is feeling for your family at the loss of your daughter. Our prayers are with you and our deepest sympathy.Patrick, Lee Ann and Erin Guill
Uncle Marcelo and Aunt Judy
July 20, 2008
To our dear niece Kim and family.While Katie's future is mysterious, her past belongs to all she has left behind. May you find comfort in the precious memories you hold. Your wonderful daughter will be in our hearts forever. Our love and condolences to all of you. Marcelo and Judy
Jan Marchuk & Taylor Balog (JV Soccer)
July 20, 2008
Our hearts are so sad for you. May Katie's memory always be a bright beacon to carry you through the dark days. We will keep each of you in our prayers
Marianne & Cassie DeBolt
July 19, 2008
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Katie was a very special young lady. Cassie will miss her immensely. Please let us know if there is anything you need. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.Marianne DeBolt