Obituary
Katie Marie TerBeest
Tempe Arizona – Katie Marie TerBeest, age 33, formerly of La Crosse, died on November 13, 2022 as a result of a tragic car accident. She was a graduate of Central High School and UW-La Crosse.
Katie was a bright, vibrant, humorous woman who cared deeply for her family and friends. Some comments from her friends attest to that: “You were always so kind and genuine and an all around fun person to be around. Your smile was infectious and you could make friends with anyone.” ; “You were one of the most generous, beautiful, loving humans I ever had the opportunity of calling my friend.” ; “You were beautiful. You were kind. You were hilarious. You were vibrant. You were independent. You were strong.”
She is survived by her parents, Gary and Barb TerBeest and her brother Andy TerBeest. She is also survived by Uncle Brett Baldwin, Aunt Cheryl Baldwin, Aunt Karen (Gary) Schwab and cousins Teagan Schwab and Tamryn Schwab. She was preceded in death by her Uncle Mark Baldwin.
A celebration of life will be held at The Gathering Place, 133 Mason St., Onalaska, Wisconsin on December 10, 2022 at 11:00 am. Visitations will be on Friday, December 9, 2022 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturday December 10, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of plants, flowers, or other gifts, simple acts of kindness are encouraged as a way to pay it forward in Katie’s name.
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She was a bright light that brought much joy to her family. Our heartfelt condolences to you all. With much love from the Kammerzelt family❤️
Katie- I still remember hanging out with you and Gabi when we were kids. I am so thankful to have met you. I will never forget how unbelievably nice you were. Wishing you and your family peace. Thinking of you.
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Thank you Jane & family❤️
Gary, Barb, and Andy; So sorry for your loss. I know the pain from losing my own brother and I feel for you. I wish we could have known her, but if she is anything like her parents, she was a very special woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you. If you ever need anything just let us know.
Gordon and Debra
Thank you Deb & Gordon❤️
Dear Barb, Gary and family-what a tragic loss to experience-may God comfort you all in your grief and dismay as you work through this time.
With love in Christ
Keith
Thank you so much Keith❤️
My heart is aching for you all. I have such sweet and funny memories of Katie as a young girl, spending time with my daughter Jordan. She brightened our lives and I will continue to hold her in my heart. I am so very sorry.
God bless you Katie. We had the privilege of watching you grow up. You were a friend to our children, a part of our lives, and will forever be in our memories and prayers.
Thank you so much Susan❤️
Gary, Barb & Andy
Dear Gary and Barb and family – I’m so deeply saddened for your loss. May God hold you in His loving arms and bring you comfort.
Gary, Barb and Andy, We give our deepest sympathy. Katie will always be remembered to us as that sweet little girl at Hintgen grade school with a contagious smile. Please take comfort knowing she will always be with you.
Thank you so much.
Gary and Barb, praying for the Lord’s comfort and peace knowing you will see your lovely daughter again in Heaven. You raised a beautiful daughter in body and soul, a reflection of you both.
Thank you Ken & Sue.
Thank you Ken & Sue❤️
To the family and friends of Katie, peace be with you. May those good memories of her and the support of others uplift you in these days. She shared her skills and kind personality at UWL for which we are grateful. She will be missed.
Thank you Patrick. It was fun for Katie to work with UWL people that I had worked with when I was there. And you are one of those.
My thoughts are with your entire family. I worked on the same floor with Katie and she was always friendly and upbeat and did great work. Betsy Morgan (Provost @ UWL)
Thank you.
Gary, Barb, and Andy; so sorry for your loss. I cannot believe it. My prayer for you is that you will allow God’s love to wash over you during this time.
You have my deepest condolences.
Please do not concern yourselves with a reply.
I worked with Katie and Gary at UWL, both wonderful people. My heart broke when I heard about this. You have my deepest sympathy. I am so very sorry.
Thank you Grace.
Thanks Tom
Thanks Tom
♥️Prayers for comfort and peace for you all????♥️
Thank you Rhonda❤️
Dear Gary and Barb,
I just heard, at church, about your beautiful daughter. I’m thinking of you and praying for God’s strength during this time.
My heart goes out to you.
Thank you Jeanine