Kathryn "Kitty" R. Himes

Kathryn "Kitty" Rebecca (Saylor) Himes, 88, of Walkersville passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 6, 2024.

Born on October 12, 1935, in Woodsboro, she was the daughter of the late Russell and Nellie (Dayhoff) Saylor. She was married to Guy M Himes, who predeceased her in 2005.

Kitty graduated from Walkersville High School in 1953. She worked as a bookkeeper and accountant for several Frederick companies including Fisher Plumbing, Frederick Construction, Metraplex and Rogers Office Supply. She worked for American Greetings for over 25 years, right up until her passing. For 30 years, Kitty was a major part of the team at Abloom Florist, her daughter-in-law, Lori's,  business. Kitty enjoyed crafts, puzzles, her yard, and anything with her granddaughters.

Kitty is survived by her sons Doug (Linda) Himes of Frederick, Todd (Lori) Himes of Walkersville and stepson Stephen (Kathy) Himes of Martinsburg WV. She was an amazing grandmother to Sarah (Dan) Bartock, Becca Himes, Stephanie Himes, Amanda Himes, Ross Himes, and Great-grandmother to Avery, Charlotte, and Wyatt Bartock.

In addition to her husband and parents, Kitty was predeceased by her sister Betty (Buddy) Potts, and brothers Robert "Bob" (Dottie) Saylor and Kenneth "Chuck" Saylor.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00pm on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Keeney and Basford Funeral Homes, P.A., 106 East Church Street, Frederick, Maryland. Burial will be private.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Frederick Health Hospice.

Donations may be made in memory of Kitty to Frederick Health Hospice, https://www.frederickhealthhospice.org/donate-support/ or the American Cancer Society, https://donate.cancer.org/