Kori Beatty, 41, passed away in China Spring Thursday afternoon, June 28, 2108. A private memorial will be held at a later date.
Korinne was born January 6, 1977 in Santa Monica, California, to Suzanne and Ronald Kentfield. After attending University High School in Irvine, CA she joined her mom and stepfather in Waco in 1999. She married Timothy Aaron Beatty in 2004, and they made their home and created a family in China Spring.
Warm, compassionate, and loving to all, Kori was truly a bright light. She raised the energy level everywhere she went, always making new friends all along the way. Ever creative and up for a challenge, she always had craft projects in process, and created joy all around her, whether playing disk golf, kayaking on the Brazos, or just “kicking back” with friends and family at home at the ranch. She nurtured that sense of adventure in her beloved children as well and was so kind-hearted that she could never turn down a stray seeking shelter. She paid close attention to the wonders in nature all around her and she pleased God by creating joy in everyone she touched with her vibrance.
Kori remained upbeat and determined throughout an all-consuming and brutal three-year battle with leiomyosarcoma and now she is finally at peace.
She was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Kentfield.
She is survived by her mom, Suzanne Kentfield Wilson and stepdad, Charles Wilson; her husband, Tim Beatty; her son, Aaron; daughter, Amanda; her sister, Katherine Kentfield; nieces, Samantha and Lilly Kentfield; her step daughters, Taylor and Brittney Beatty; and step-granddaughter, Michelle Beatty. She will also be missed by her “adopted second mom,” her mother-in-law, Sandra Beatty Guest; several brothers and sisters in-law and nieces and nephews on the Beatty side of the family; step-brother, Graham Wilson and wife, Jennifer; step-sister, Abigail Newton and husband, Charles Newton; and several nieces and nephews.
A private ceremony will be held at a later date. The family asks that any memorials be made in the form of donations to Fuzzy Friends, 6321 Airport Rd, Waco, TX 76708 or to the National LeioMyoSarcoma Foundation (NLMSF.org)
Contact Information:
Lake Shore Funeral Home & Cremation Services
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Our heartfelt condolences to the family of Kori Beatty.
I KNEW KORI LONG AGO. SHE WAS THE MOST DOWN TO EARTH, FRIENDLY, & KINDEST PERSON, I HAVE MET. SHE IS RESTING PEACEFULLY NOW, I FEEL LUCKY TO HAVE KNOW HER ONCE. SHE WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON, IN & OUT. MAY HE R FAMILY HAVE THE STRENGTH TO GO ON & LIVE A HAPPY LIFE. KORI WOULD WANT THAT.
SINCEREST CONDOLENCES
On behalf of the entire Providence Hospice team I would like to extend our deepest condolences to Kori’s friends and family. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
Brittney, Sandra, and Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort.
My heart is sad for all the family of Kori. She was so brave in her battle. Her legacy will live on through her children and the memory of all who knew her.
Tim and family our hearts are saddened to hear about Kori. She was one special lady! Please know that our prayers go out to each of you and may God bless and comfort you! Love you Tim , Pam and Stan and families
Dear Kori,
I so admired your strength and laughter. only once did I see you shed a tear, that tear was not for yourself. It was for
your family to have your strength and carry on. we will all truly miss that beautiful smile and positive loving nature
that only you could possess. May God Bless your family and hold them in his mighty grace. Tim, Aaron and Amanda
please know we are with you. love an prayers, Brenda
Chuck: So sorry to hear about your loss. I know she was fighting a courageous battle and am sorry to hear she lost. Please accept our condolences. John & Marty
Suzi;
It is with my deepest sympathy for your loss of Korinna. Please give my regards to Katie.
I have very good memories of sharing smiles and laughter with the girls and you.
Your old neighbor on Greenmoor.
Bill Santoro
It is with a heavy heart to find that Kori is no longer here. Although we drifted apart in life. I know the girl i knew many years ago, carried with her a laughter that touched all who knew her. I have never forgotten her through all these years and know i never will. We are all blessed for the time we have and cherish the memories of the ones we’ve loved. My prayers are with you all.