With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mary Kathryn Koetkemeyer, of Salina, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, who left this world on May 18, 2025, at 93. Mary was born on December 3, 1931, to Fred and Mollie (Miller) Frederick in Wilson, KS.

Mary was preceded in death by her beloved parents and her 7 brothers and sisters.

Mary is survived by her sons, Barry (Jeanette) Koetkemeyer, Wayne (Sandra) Koetkemeyer, and Brian Koetkemeyer; grandchildren, Kristen (Jeff) Reed, Jim (Tiffany) Koetkemeyer, Matthew (Megan) Koetkemeyer, Tina Koetkemeyer and Mike Koetkemeyer; great grandchildren, Mikayla (Donavon) Zamecnik, Zachary (Taya) Reed, Marcus Koekemeyer, Ethan Koetkemeyer, Jameson Koetkemeyer, Kael Throng and Alana Carnee; great-great grandchildren, Braelynn Zamecnik, Paisley Zamecnik, and Talea Reed; sister-in-laws, Doris Goad and Donna Frederick; and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service to celebrate Mary’s life will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the Wilson City Cemetery in Wilson, KS.

Family and friends are invited to Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2829 Ave F, Wilson, KS, for a lunch after the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Bethany Home, 321 N Chestnut St, Lindsborg, KS, in Mary’s honor.