I'm so sorry for your loss Your mom was always very outspoken with me and I loved it . You are all in my thoughts and prayers love you .
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Kay Riche
1946•2026
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In the evening of September 29, 2026 our mother, Sadie(Kay) Riche passed peacefully at home in the care of her loving daughter(Michele} and grandson(David).
Born in the fall on the morning of October 28th 1946, to some amazing parents George(Bus) and Helen Manwaring. She enjoyed her childhood growing up in the Salt lake area with older sisters Jeanette Peterson(deceased) and Connie Wright. After graduating from West High she fell in love and wed Michael Riche which led to her 2 children Michele, and Michael. Unfortunately the marriage did not last.
She forged ahead on her own and soon after she started her career at the DMV. Where she worked until retirement. In her younger years as a mother, she had lots of friends that she would bowl with. Thursday dinner with Grandma and Grandpa before bowling was one of our favorite occasions. She loved watching football on Sunday (especially the Steelers)and enjoyed many camping adventures with friends and family. She was a classic movie aficionado that traveled with the TCM cruise line and had friends and pen pals she thought of often.
She was a great mother who always put our needs ahead of her own. She had a great work ethic, which she passed on to us as well as her strong morals. She was never overly affectionate with us but we knew she loved us greatly as we did her.
If you would like to say goodbye we will be having a small viewing at Larkin Mortuary,260 E South Temple, on Wednesday, October 7th at 11a.m. followed by a graveside service at 12:00 at the Salt Lake City Cemetery, 200 N Street, Salt Lake City, Utah
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I'm so sorry of the passing of beautiful Kay. She was definitely an amazing lady. I loved her. He did make me laugh a lot.
But then sad that I didn't get a see her as much as I wanted to. She will be deeply missed. Now she can party with my mom and leopard. Love you kay.
She was so much like grandpa. Did not show emotion a lot, but like you said she always put family first. I'm first memory of her I was really mad at her, she helped my mom cut my long unruly hair. I was really ticked off. But to be honest, I still wear that hair style today. So I guess she knew what she was doing. She also thought I was completely ridiculous, she would shake her head and say good grief at me all the time but it was always followed up with her contagious laugh and I knew she loved me.
I'm so sorry for your loss of your Mom. Keep her alive in your hearts. Love you both.
I only witnessed Kay getting emotional a few times. When I came home from my mission, she gave me the biggest hug I think I ever had from her, and she choked up telling me she did not realize how much she missed me till right then. I will always remember that moment. I knew she hid that soft center somewhere in there; it made me feel very special. I am sure Kay, Grandma, Grandpa, and Mom are having a great reunion. You will be missed, Aunt Kay!!! Love always, --Bryan
I remember our childhood together. She made the best tuna sandwiches i ever had. She could clean a peanut butter jar clean like no bubby I knew. And she took Marie and I to "Yellow Submarine, by the Beatles at the outdoor drive in. We shared the love of a blue paraket bi
I remember being a little kid being a bit confused and calling Kay "mom" because she was the mom to my step brother Mike and Michelle. She looked down at me and said "Im not your mom but i guess its ok if you say that"! Kay was always nice to me and I liked chatting with her as I got older, I didn't see her often but when I did it was great to see her. I can't imagine it was easy for her to come to family functions as her and my dad Mike didn't have the best relationship but she still came around to parties, card nights family functions when she could. My heart goes out to Mikey and Michelle, its never easy to lose a loved one...even if you're expecting it. Im so sorry for your loss, love you both. I hope she is finally at peace.
I am Kay's cousin, Pam. I remember our childhood together. She made the best tuna sandwiches I ever ate. Kay could clean a empty peanut butter jar like nobody I knew. Kay and her friend took Marie and myself to the drive-in to see The Yellow Submarine, by the Beatles. We shared the love of a grey and blue parakeet named Butch. She loved my mother Norine and visited her all the time. She was a lot like Uncle Bus.
I am sorry for your lost and I wish you peace in your heart knowing she is out of pain and with her loves in heaven.
RIP. Love Pam
Michele we are so sorry we were unable to attend our thoughts were with you today! Sending you prayers of comfort at this difficult time. We love you always!
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