Celebrating the life of
Katherine Quinn Naismith
February 27, 1962 - March 23, 2012
Katherine Quinn Naismith
Savannah- Katherine Quinn Naismith Lunday, Witten passed away on March 23rd, 2012 at Hospice House. She was the daughter of Jane Samford Naismith and the late Donald Edward Naismith.
She was born in Savannah and graduated from Savannah Country Day School in 1980, where she was a varsity cheerleader, member of the Troubadours chorus and trio. She was a member of Quis Qui Sorority.
At High Harbour summer camp in Clayton, Georgia, where she was a camper and counselor for many years, she was introduced to gymnastics, which became a lifelong interest. While in high school, she studied gymnastics at Armstrong University and at Marianne Rody's Gymnastic School. During this period she taught at the YMCA and the JEA. She also studied ballet with Lillian O'Donovan. She owned her first horse at 13 and continued with her love of horses for the rest of her life.
She was a communicant of St. Thomas Episcopal Church on Isle of Hope where she sang in the youth choir and was an active member of the EYC.
Katherine attended Auburn University where she was a member of ADPi Sorority, a Pi K A "little sister" and a member and choreographer of the prestigious Tiger Paws, who performed gymnastic dance routines at Auburn basketball games. After college and marriage she continued to live in Auburn where she owned and operated an exercise-wear shop, taught aerobics and trained instructors at Kaz Gym, and co-owned and operated a screen printing business.
She was forced to give up her athletic activities as her movement disorder overtook her lifestyle---but not her spirit. Ten years ago she moved to Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, where she enjoyed off-shore fishing, jet skiing, horseback riding and volunteering for animal shelters. She was a lifelong supporter of Auburn University and animal rescue agencies. Katherine had a big heart and loved life, her friends and family.
She is survived, in addition to her mother, by her sister, Donna Naismith Justice, her brother-in-law, John William Justice, III and her two nephews, John William Justice, IV and Samford Watlington Justice, an aunt, Ann Naismith Groover, an uncle, James Alfred Naismith and many cousins. The family will always be grateful to her dear friend since kindergarten, Mary Shuman Haley Middleton who has been her caregiver throughout her three-year illness.
Remembrances may be given in her name to St. Joseph/Candler Foundations, Movement Disorder Program, 5356 Reynolds St., Suite 400, Savannah, GA 31405 or Hospice House of Savannah, PO Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
Memorial services for Katherine will be held dockside at 21 Bluff Drive at 4:00 pm on Monday, March 26th, followed by visitation with the family.
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What a beautiful tribute to to beautiful young woman. Hugs Jenny & Rudy
- Jenny Singleton, , GA
Jane and family,Luann and I are so sorry for your loss. All the great memories of her at Auburn, Auruba, football, basketball, parties and gatherings at her house will always be remembered and cherished. We will pray for your peace, comfort and compassion in this time of loss. Rest assured Katherine is happy and healthy with the Lord hugging Don and seeing past family and friends. Katherine will always be remembered as the sweetest,loving,happy&care free friend.RIP Kitty Kat
- Eddie Heitner, New Port Richey, FL
I just heard through my parents on Isle of Hope and I am greatly saddened for your loss. I always remember Katherine with a smile on her face and her riding that horse. I lost touch after high school, but I will fondly remember those childhood days on the bluff creating lasting memories with her. God bless and my prayers are with you.
- Thomas Fultz, Atlanta, GA
I knew Katherine in high school through our service club, Quis Qui. I remember her as a kind and happy person - full of life! I am so sorry to hear about her passing. My sympathy is extended to your family. Please let Mary Shuman know how sorry I am for her loss as well.
- Jean Barry Hester, Rincon, GA
The death of a love one is very difficult.My deepest condolences are extended to you and your family during this difficult time. Therefore, I’d like to share scripture that may help, Please, read John 6:40, 44 and Ps. 36:9.
- Alex, , GA
Please accept our deep condolences on your terrible loss, our thoughts are with you and your family.
- Erica and Robert Rollings, Savannah, GA
Please accept my deepest condolences.
- Anne, Savannah, GA
Our sincere condolences to all of the Justice family. I know Katherine will be missed.
- JIMMY AND DOT BURNS, ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA
I will hold on to the memories!
- Alex Huntley, Tuskegee, AL
Donna, Johnny and Family, Lee and I are so sorry for your loss. Your wonderful memories will sustain you, along with the thoughts and prayers of your family and many friends. Much love, Kay & Lee
- Kay Carey, Virginia Beach, VA
I will hold on to the memories!
- Alex Huntley, Tuskegee, AL
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will continue to cherish all the wonderful memories of Kat, her strength, perseverance, and positive attitude. We lost touch after moving from Florida, but she never left our hearts - and never will. . .
- mark & sherry herington, Las Vegas, NV
My prayers and thoughts are with all of you!
- Pam LaMar, Waverly, AL
Im so sorry for the loss she will always be loved!
- michael groover, savannah, GA
Im so sorry for the loss she will always be loved!
- michael groover, savannah, GA
JANE DONNA MARRY MY LOVE FOR KAT IS WITH YOU DAN
- Dan Wood, S R B, FL
Jane, what a beautiful daughter, so sad for you and yours. How I enjoyed seeing you and classmates at Olive Garden a few years ago. I'll call Jody. How I miss Barbara Bradford ..... I'm just out of hospital but Iam going to get well or die trying. I've just missed the whole beautiful month of March and you know how pretty Auburn is, altho it has had a golden glow from pollen for a dew weeks. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hope you will be in Auburn soon. Best love, Ninny
- Virginia Young Priest, Auburn, AL
To Katherine's relatives, friends, and Mary, You all are in my close thoughts and prayers. All the best, Sandy '80
- Sandy Scott, ,
Praying for you and your family, hope your future is trouble free.
- Al & Pat Andres, Savanah, GA
Kathrine, You will always be a sweet dose of sunshine to everyone that had the pleasure of knowing you. Now you're free to ride old Tom anywhere you want. Love always, Tommy Workmon
- Thomas Workmon, Savannah, GA
Dear Jane, Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and Katherine. Fran and Kevin McCarey
- Fran McCarey, Savannah, GA
Jane and Donna, I remember Katherine, so sweet to take me to school, before I could drive. I looked up to her, and she was so kind. We also shared the love of our horses. Then you and Donald so kind to Bob to provide a place for him to live when he started his career. We want to give our deepest sympathy to you and your family in this difficult time. Margaret & Bob Russell
- Margaret & Bob Russell, Franklin, TN
Dear grieving family, My wife and I are very sorry for your tremendous loss and would like to express our condolences to the entire family. We cannot imagine the great pain and sorrow you are experiencing during this most difficult time. When we lose someone we love so dearly, we are left with a very strong desire to see that person again. It's wonderful to know that God has promised we will see our loved ones who have fallen asleep in death. John chapter 5 verses 28 and 29 gives this wonderful reassurance: 'Do not marvel at this because the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life.' What a marvelous hope! Once again we wish to express our condolences to the family. And although we cannot erase the pain and sorrow you are feeling, it is our hope that this can give you a small measure of comfort.
- Jodel, , NY
What a beautiful tribute to to beautiful young woman. Hugs Jenny & Rudy
- Jenny Singleton, , GA
Jane and family,Luann and I are so sorry for your loss. All the great memories of her at Auburn, Auruba, football, basketball, parties and gatherings at her house will always be remembered and cherished. We will pray for your peace, comfort and compassion in this time of loss. Rest assured Katherine is happy and healthy with the Lord hugging Don and seeing past family and friends. Katherine will always be remembered as the sweetest,loving,happy&care free friend.RIP Kitty Kat
- Eddie Heitner, New Port Richey, FL
I just heard through my parents on Isle of Hope and I am greatly saddened for your loss. I always remember Katherine with a smile on her face and her riding that horse. I lost touch after high school, but I will fondly remember those childhood days on the bluff creating lasting memories with her. God bless and my prayers are with you.
- Thomas Fultz, Atlanta, GA
I knew Katherine in high school through our service club, Quis Qui. I remember her as a kind and happy person - full of life! I am so sorry to hear about her passing. My sympathy is extended to your family. Please let Mary Shuman know how sorry I am for her loss as well.
- Jean Barry Hester, Rincon, GA
The death of a love one is very difficult.My deepest condolences are extended to you and your family during this difficult time. Therefore, I’d like to share scripture that may help, Please, read John 6:40, 44 and Ps. 36:9.
- Alex, , GA
Please accept our deep condolences on your terrible loss, our thoughts are with you and your family.
- Erica and Robert Rollings, Savannah, GA
Please accept my deepest condolences.
- Anne, Savannah, GA
Our sincere condolences to all of the Justice family. I know Katherine will be missed.
- JIMMY AND DOT BURNS, ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA
I will hold on to the memories!
- Alex Huntley, Tuskegee, AL
Donna, Johnny and Family, Lee and I are so sorry for your loss. Your wonderful memories will sustain you, along with the thoughts and prayers of your family and many friends. Much love, Kay & Lee
- Kay Carey, Virginia Beach, VA
I will hold on to the memories!
- Alex Huntley, Tuskegee, AL
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will continue to cherish all the wonderful memories of Kat, her strength, perseverance, and positive attitude. We lost touch after moving from Florida, but she never left our hearts - and never will. . .
- mark & sherry herington, Las Vegas, NV
My prayers and thoughts are with all of you!
- Pam LaMar, Waverly, AL
Im so sorry for the loss she will always be loved!
- michael groover, savannah, GA
Im so sorry for the loss she will always be loved!
- michael groover, savannah, GA
JANE DONNA MARRY MY LOVE FOR KAT IS WITH YOU DAN
- Dan Wood, S R B, FL
Jane, what a beautiful daughter, so sad for you and yours. How I enjoyed seeing you and classmates at Olive Garden a few years ago. I'll call Jody. How I miss Barbara Bradford ..... I'm just out of hospital but Iam going to get well or die trying. I've just missed the whole beautiful month of March and you know how pretty Auburn is, altho it has had a golden glow from pollen for a dew weeks. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hope you will be in Auburn soon. Best love, Ninny
- Virginia Young Priest, Auburn, AL
To Katherine's relatives, friends, and Mary, You all are in my close thoughts and prayers. All the best, Sandy '80
- Sandy Scott, ,
Praying for you and your family, hope your future is trouble free.
- Al & Pat Andres, Savanah, GA
Kathrine, You will always be a sweet dose of sunshine to everyone that had the pleasure of knowing you. Now you're free to ride old Tom anywhere you want. Love always, Tommy Workmon
- Thomas Workmon, Savannah, GA
Dear Jane, Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and Katherine. Fran and Kevin McCarey
- Fran McCarey, Savannah, GA
Jane and Donna, I remember Katherine, so sweet to take me to school, before I could drive. I looked up to her, and she was so kind. We also shared the love of our horses. Then you and Donald so kind to Bob to provide a place for him to live when he started his career. We want to give our deepest sympathy to you and your family in this difficult time. Margaret & Bob Russell
- Margaret & Bob Russell, Franklin, TN
Dear grieving family, My wife and I are very sorry for your tremendous loss and would like to express our condolences to the entire family. We cannot imagine the great pain and sorrow you are experiencing during this most difficult time. When we lose someone we love so dearly, we are left with a very strong desire to see that person again. It's wonderful to know that God has promised we will see our loved ones who have fallen asleep in death. John chapter 5 verses 28 and 29 gives this wonderful reassurance: 'Do not marvel at this because the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life.' What a marvelous hope! Once again we wish to express our condolences to the family. And although we cannot erase the pain and sorrow you are feeling, it is our hope that this can give you a small measure of comfort.
- Jodel, , NY
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