YOUNG FAMILY SUFFERS TRAGIC FARMING ACCIDENT

You never realize just how precious life is until one day, life as you know it is forever changed. Expecting it to be like every other day. The unimaginable happened on November 13, 2022, when Karson Catey did not come home from harvesting corn. He was killed suddenly in a tragic farming accident behind the home he shared with his wife, Angela and daughter, Kennedy. Life is forever altered for this young wife and their three-year-old princess.

Karson was an exemplary husband, father, brother and son. He was dedicated to his family and friends and was always the first to generously offer support to those he knew well or had recently met. It didn’t matter to him; he was a friend to everyone. Karson was a 7th generation farmer passionate about producing row crops and raising cattle. He loved introducing his daughter and wife to many new experiences and adventures on the family farm - a favorite was quad rides around the pastures, checking cattle with the Chasse family.

As a community, we are completely shattered by our sudden loss. Karson's untimely death will forever leave a hole in our hearts. However, our calling is to rally support for Angela and Kennedy. We hope you will join us.

Our focus is to honor Karson's legacy by supporting his young family. Please join us in this mission by contributing to his funeral costs and his family’s future. In particular, supporting Angela on future living costs, supporting Kennedy's college fund, and securing the family from financial hardship while navigating this tragically devastating and emotional time.

Karson “Cowboy” Woodrow Catey of Grand Ledge, MI,

Passed away suddenly on November 13, 2022, at the age of 34. Karson was born on November 10, 1988 in Lansing, MI, son of Kirk and Elizabeth (Cantrell) Catey. He was a graduate of Grand Ledge High School class of 2007 where he was an exceptional athlete who lettered in football and track. Karson was a 7th generation farmer raising the 8th! He earned the nickname cowboy at a young age and lived that legacy until the end. While working his family farm he also worked at Car Quest for over 12 years. He loved farming, football, hunting, fishing, and most of all, his princess Kennedy. Karson married the love of his life and high school sweet heart, Angela (Hill) on January 25, 2014. They had one daughter, Kennedy, who was his pride and joy.

Karson is survived by his wife Angela; daughter Kennedy; parents Kirk and Elizabeth Catey; father and mother-in-law Don and Vicki Wenzlick; siblings: Kirtis (Ashley) Catey, Katlyn (Nicholas) Wiest, Kallie (Julia) McLane, Jacob (Julia) Gonzalez, and Brittney Gonzalez; nieces and nephews: Keegan, Kiera, Davic, Braxton, Hunter, DJ, JoLynn, Colton, Rylee, Peyton, Liam, and Lila; grandparents: Sam Catey, and William and Virginia Cantrell. He is preceded in death by his grandmother Carole Catey.

The following are honored to serve as honorary casket bearers are Kirk Catey, Kirtis Catey, Nic West, Jacob Gonzalez, Jacob Chasse, and James Lee.

A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 19, 2022 at Oneida Gospel Church, 3048 Strange Hwy, Grand Ledge, MI 48837. Visitation will also take place on Friday, November 18, 2022 from 2:00 – 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Mills Funeral Home, Peters & Murray Chapel. The family has requested that those attending please wear cowboy hats, boots, camouflage, or Detroit Lions Gear in honor of Karson for both the visitation and memorial service. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in loving memory of Karson Catey to the family for Kennedy’s future. For online condolences please visit www.millsfuneral.com