Memorial- Jordan North 2nd Ward
4270 South Falcon Street, West Valley, UT 84120Saturday Jan 3, 2026: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
1952 ~ 2025
Saturday Jan 3, 2026: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Kathryn was born October 9, 1952 to John “Shorty” Nielsen and Lillian Gray Nielsen in Salt Lake City, Utah. Kathryn grew up in Granger, Utah and stayed close by to care for her mother when her father passed. She earned a Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Utah. She married the love of her life, Peter in Las Vegas on November 5, 1977. Above all Kathryn loved her family and friends. She was a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She loved animals, reading, taking art classes and volunteering with the Early Literacy Program. She is survived by her daughter, Kim ( Billy) Licciardone and grandchildren Dante Larsen and Sophia Licciardone. She is preceded in death by husband Peter Luque and parents John “Shorty” Nielsen and Lillian Gray Nielsen.
A memorial service will be held on January 3, 2025 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 4270 S Falcon St, West Valley City, Utah at 1:00 PM.
Kathy and Peter were special friends.
I appreciated Kathy's excellent Relief Society lessons.
God bless your family.
Kathy was a wonderful lady, and a treasured friend.
A positive and joyful person.
May God bless her sweet soul, and provide courage and peace to her family and her many friends.
Rest in peace, my dear friend.
We will miss your infectious smile and your sense of humor and your kindness to animals.
Love Melanie and Patty at the Pooch Place. ❤️
In our first class Kathy and I recalled how songs and music enriched our lives. Kathy’s enthusiasm, knowledge of artists and sharing life with Peter encouraged me to learn and share! Peace, Kathy.
An “Arts & Aging “ friend,
Terrie Hanrahan
Kathy was a true artist! I had the pleasure of working with her as part of the UMFA Creative Aging workshop program. Kathy was so celebratory and joyful with her creativity. I will miss her. Sending my deepest sympathy and live to Kathy's family. Laura Wilson