Kathleen Jenee Yingst, also known as Kathy, of Crescent City, CA, passed away on March 14, 2024, at the age of 77. She was born on February 10, 1947, to Dorothy and Secondo "Babe" Crivelli.Kathy was a vibrant and gracious soul who always had a smile on her face. She was known for her warm and welcoming nature, making everyone feel at home. Her love for cooking and baking, especially her famous blackberry pie, brought joy to many. Kathy's gardens, filled with towering Rhododendron trees, were a testament to her passion for gardening.In her career, Kathy worked as a dental assistant, bookkeeper, waitress, and bank teller. She dedicated herself to her family, caring for her husband during his battle with Multiple Sclerosis and helping raise her grandchildren.Kathy is survived by her daughter, Sarah Kate Leite, and son, John Henry Yingst IV. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Alexandra Elizabeth Leite, Zack Ryan Leite, Logan Kate Leite, and Isabella Marie Yingst, as well as her sisters, Jeri Thompson and Susan Philips, and brother, Mark Crivelli. Kathy was preceded in death by her husband, John Henry Yingst III, mother Dorothy Brisbin, father Babe Crivelli, and brother Steven Crivelli.She attended St Joseph's Catholic School, Del Norte High School, and Santa Rosa Junior College. Kathy worshipped at St Joseph's Catholic Church.A memorial mass to honor and celebrate Kathy's life will be held at St Joseph's Catholic Church in Crescent City, CA on Friday, August 30th @ 2 pm. All are welcome to attend. Her memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.Services will be held at St Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Friday, August 30th, at 2 pm. To plant a tree in memory of Kathleen Yingst as a living tribute, please visit Tribute Store. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('ad-1515727'); });