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Cynthia Sapp

I was deeply saddened to hear of Kathy’s passing. I always looked forward to talking to Kathy and Walmart. She always said hello and immediately asked about my family and how we were doing. I would ask about her grandson and how he was doing. You could hear the love in her voice and the love and her smile for her family. I will miss seeing her. Prayers for her family.🙏

Janice L. Mote

My thoughts and prayers go out to Kathy's loved ones. I worked with Kathy at Walmart. She was always a joy to be around and talk to even after my employment there. She is truly loved and will be dearly missed.

Carolyn Lee

My thoughts and prayers are with y'all rest in peace Kathy

Brenda Hooper

Sending prayers of comfort and strength to Kathy's family and friends. I was so glad to see her back at Walmart if only for a short time. We always had time to chat about any and everything. God Speed to a beautiful angel.

Patricia Raffone

Kathy, was a beautiful lady inside and out! I worked with her, and enjoyed are talks about hers and mine grandchildren! You will be missed sweet lady! Rest well, and God’s Peace!

Richard Cain

I am so saddened to see this. I visit Walmart almost everyday entering through the Garden Shop and often seeing Kathy on duty was a treat. Always so pleasant and smiling and worked like a horse when no one in line at her register. I always asked how her grandson was doing and she was so clearly proud of him. I am going to miss her. .

Mary and Al Bennett

We are so sorry to hear of Kathy passing. Our love and prayers to her family and friends. She was always so helpful and kind and always concerned about our family and situations. She will be missed by so many, but she is at rest with Jesus and her loved ones that went before her. Gods peace and comfort to the family🙏

Barbara Balok Lyle

Kathy was a friend and classmate. She will be missed by many. Condolences to her family, sending love and prayers 🙏♥️

Carol Hickman

Fly high angel. Such a beautiful soul that will be missed immensely

Penny Grove

Ms. Kathy was and always will be a loving friend of mine. I worked with her at Walmart for 5 years. We worked together a few years in the garden center. So heartbroken when I seen the post of her passing. Wish I could be there to say my good byes and will see her again one day. My condolences to her family. ❤️🙏❤️🙏

Martha Hayes

I work with Kathy at Walmart and she was always nice and very helpful in helping me when I needed to find things for my orders. I'm truly going to miss her so much. May God wrap his arms around each of you and comfort you and give you peace.

Julie Bennett Powell

Kathy went to school with Myself and my brother and sister. Have known her forever. She sure will be missed. Always was good to see and talk to her. Always had a smile and a nice thing to same.. God Bless Her Beautiful Soul and Maybe God Bless Her Family and Friends for Peace knowing she is...✝️💜🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Lisa Poland

My memories of Kathy are full of smiles. I had the pleasure of working with Kathy at Wal Mart in the Garden Dept., and we became very close. Kathy was so genuine in her thoughts and caring for others. Fly high in those beautiful clouds my dear sweet friend. I'll miss the texts between us and I'll never forget about you.

Shirley Peters

Theresa Moore

Kathy and I was alwas together I love her she was a great friend she will be missed 😢

Kathy Wortham

2025-12-23

Kathy Wortham, 71, of Fernandina Beach, Florida, went home to the Lord on December 23, 2025, at her home.

Born on October 8, 1954, in Forsyth County, North Carolina, to Joe Mabe and Patsy Mabe, Kathy moved with her family to Fernandina Beach in 1957. She graduated from Fernandina Beach High School in 1973. Kathy lived a full and resilient life marked by hard work and dedication. Over the years, she held many different jobs, adapting to life's changes with grace and determination. She finally found a welcoming home at Walmart, where she worked proudly for over a decade, forming lasting connections with coworkers and customers alike.

Kathy was a hardworking mother who, in her later years, found her greatest passion in life in her grandchildren. She cherished her children, grandchildren, and extended loved ones, always opening her heart and home to those in need.

She was predeceased by her parents, Joe Mabe and Patsy Mabe, and her beloved middle son, Jeremiah.

Kathy is survived by her sister, Tina Green (Terry); her brother, Larry Mabe; her sons, Louis Wortham (Kristine), and Charles Wortham (Glinda); many cherished grandchildren; and a wide circle of adopted family and friends who were like family to her.

A gathering to celebrate Kathy's life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Oxley-Heard Funeral Home, 1305 Atlantic Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034.

Kathy’s warm spirit, quiet strength, and forever love of her grandchildren will be deeply missed. Her legacy of love lives on in all who knew her.

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