Loving, cheerful, beautiful, humble, welcoming, funny, sincere, and even good looking are just some of the words used to describe Cathy Dawnette Culp.
She held many badges of honor, some of which included wife, daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, cousin, aunt but most importantly friend.
She was born in Great Bend, Kansas, April 29,1959 and was raised in Hennessey, Oklahoma.
Living with her Daddy, Harold and Momma, Lorna, she and her sister Cheryl could be found at the local swimming pool or around town looking for something ornery to get into.
Cathy was so proud of her Hennessy lettermans jacket where she played basketball and was a baton twirler for the Eagles. Graduating Class of ‘77 was something she boasted, never losing touch with her high school friends, always rekindling old friendships at each of her high school reunions.
Going to Stillwater to take classes at Oklahoma State University opened her up to a whole new world where she was blessed with finally finding her true calling, motherhood. Zachary Glenn and Megan Rae were her ultimate pride and joy.
If you have ever heard of a real life Cinderella story, enter Charles Jason Culp. When Cathy and Jay locked eyes that first time there was no looking away. She had finally met her knight in shining armor. Starting a beautiful life together they welcomed Jason Neal and Lorna-Jean completing their circle as a family of six. What came next? Grandchildren, becoming a MoMo to Aubrey Caitlynn, Kade William, Lillian Reese, Harrison Steel, Penelope GlennaRae, and Thaddeus Creed.
Cathy was a smart, caring, involved, and amazing person to say the least. She had a spirit that made every person who crossed her path feel special. She had a gift of illuminating love, compassion, and courage to all she knew. Cathy was a fighter and had a flame that would fill any room. Heaven gained an amazing spirit on December 15th when Cathy went to join so many loved ones who had been anxiously awaiting her arrival.
Although we were not ready to let Cathy go we have to take solace knowing it is our honor to celebrate her life and find everlasting comfort knowing her legacy will always live on through each of us. We love you, rest peacefully sweet angel.
Celebration of Cathy’s life will be held on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 p.m., at her home – 1112 E. 13th, Cushing. Due to Covid, the service will take place outside in front of the residence. The service being broadcast thru the radio and a drive thru viewing will follow. Parking on 13th and around bell creek.
Visitation will begin on Friday, December 18, 2020 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, December 19, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Culp residence – 1112 E. 13th, Cushing. Pictures can be viewed outside or all are welcome to come inside to visit with the family.
Arrangements are entrusted to Palmer Marler Funeral Home, Cushing, Oklahoma.