Kathy Ann Calkins

Kathy Ann Calkins, 53, of Kingsford, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at St. Mary's Hospital in Green Bay, Wisconsin. She was born on September 22, 1963 in Racine, Wisconsin, daughter of the late James and Sherry Ann (Van Swol) Donaldson. She lived many places throughout her childhood, finally settling here in the local area. She married Norman Calkins on June 23, 1984 at the Maranatha Assembly of God Church, and they have spent more than 33 wonderful years together. Kathy loved feeding people, and it was very evident from feeding her family at home or to the many customers she served at the Bagel Shop. It was her true calling. She loved running Superior Bagels, and she made many friends with the patrons at the shop, many whom would return for not only great food, but great conversation. She loved all animals, and took great pride in caring for her dogs and cats at home. She loved time spent with family, especially her grandchildren whom she loved dearly. Kathy loved to care for everyone else, putting everyone else's need before hers. It was her mission in life to make sure everyone was taken care of. Kathy is survived by her loving husband, Norman Calkins of Kingsford; her daughters, Jessica (Keith) Gering of Green Bay, WI and Ashley Calkins (Michael Weslin) of Iron Mountain; Grandchildren, Brayden, Lily, Alli and Connor Gering, Jake, Alli and Jojo Weslin; her step-mother, Sally Ann Donaldson of Kingsford; brothers and sisters, Kim (Don) Dinnocenzo of Iron Mountain, Jim (Tammy) Donaldson of Glendale, AZ, Paul (Diane) Donaldson of Iron Mountain, Rich (JoAnn) Donaldson of Kingsford, Scott (Amy) Donaldson of Canton, GA, Todd (Julie) Donaldson of Aurora, WI and Jill (Jim) Hyatt of St. Francis, WI; Mother and Father in-law, Tom (Lois) Calkins of Kingsford, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews; her four legged children, Lizzy, Bella, Calli, and Alli. Kathy was preceded in death by her daughter, Stephanie Renee Calkins, and by her parents, James Donaldson and Sherry Ann Donaldson. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017 from 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm at the Erickson-Rochon and Nash Funeral Home in Iron Mountain. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at 11:00 am at the funeral home. Rev. James Danielson will officiate. Burial will be in Iron Mountain Cemetery Park. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established in her memory. Condolences to the family of Kathy Ann Calkins may be expressed online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Iron Mountain with the arrangements.

Kathy Ann Calkins

September 22, 1963 - August 17, 2017