Katie Ann Mathis

Katie Ann Mathis Katie Ann Mathis, 21, Manhattan, passed away Thursday, June 20th, at Mercy Regional Health Center. She was born in Manhattan, on March 17, 1992, the daughter of Jeff and LeAnn (Braden) Mathis, of Manhattan . Katie graduated from Manhattan High School, where she ran cross country and was on the varsity rowing team. She attended Kansas University, where she was on the rowing team; and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan. Katie loved the outdoors, animals, and playing her guitar as well as being with her friends, with whom she will be greatly missed. Survivors include her parents, Jeffrey and LeAnn Mathis of the home; three sisters, Megan Mathis, Erin Mathis and Molly Mathis, all of Manhattan; great grandmother, Dorothy Mathis of Junction City; also surviving are her many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Katie is preceded in death by her grandfather, Duane Braden. The family will receive friends on Saturday, June 22 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, June 23rd, First United Methodist Church in Manhattan with Pastor Melanie Martin officiating. Inurnment will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church- Capital Improvement Fund, 612 Poyntz Manhattan, Kansas 66502.