About This Memory Space
This page was created for Kathleen Allyn Rensing's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Kathleen Allyn Rensing's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Kathleen Allyn Rensing. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Kathleen Allyn Rensing enchanted audiences with her masterful flute performances, weaving melody into the lives of those around her while building a fulfilling career in medical technology and cherishing deep family connections.
Born in Berea, Ohio, to Leonard and Joann Morse, Kathleen—affectionately known as Kathy—grew up to embrace a life rich in music and service. After completing her high school education at Harrison High in Evansville in 1969, she pursued higher learning at Indiana State University, earning a bachelor's degree in medical technology by 1973. That same year, she wed LaVergne Bernard Rensing from Damianville, Illinois, marking the start of a devoted partnership. Kathy's talents shone brightest on stage, where her flute playing captivated listeners in various ensembles, blending her professional precision with artistic flair.
Kathy dedicated her professional energies to Winona Memorial Hospital in Indianapolis, excelling as a medical technologist and rising to the role of laboratory supervisor. Her expertise ensured reliable healthcare support, while her musical pursuits with the Indianapolis Municipal Band, Brandywine Band in Greenfield, Indy Winds Flute Choir, and Shriners performances highlighted her ability to harmonize science and art.
Photos of Kathleen's Life
Family & Loved Ones
Central to Kathy's joys were the everyday rhythms shared with her husband Vern, son Christopher and his wife Cassie, daughter Emily, and cherished grandson Connor. Her brothers—Stephen, David with Janet, and Stuart alongside Carla—rounded out a circle of enduring sibling bonds, all nurtured through her quiet strength and unwavering attentiveness.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from Kathy's circle evoke a woman whose graceful flute melodies and steadfast presence left an indelible mark, with many recalling her infectious enthusiasm for music and her gentle guidance in both work and home life.
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