DOERKSEN, Katie “Kay”

KATIE “KAY” DOERKSEN 1940 ~ 2026 Katie “Kay” Doerksen of Coaldale, beloved wife of Henry Doerksen, passed away peacefully at Coaldale Health Centre on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at the age of 85 years.
Kay was born on September 10, 1940, in Coaldale, AB to John and Elizabeth Siemens. She had two older sisters and five younger brothers. Kay was raised in the Coaldale area and graduated from the Alberta Mennonite High School. After graduation she attended Coaldale Bible School for two years and worked at the Haig Clinic in Lethbridge for 4 years. It was during this time that Kay met Henry Doerksen, and they were married February 13, 1965. Kay spent her life as a devoted wife, mother, grandma and great grandma.
During Henry and Kay’s 61 years of marriage, Kay spent her days as a homemaker. Her family appreciated her attention to detail whether in the home or in her garden.
Kay attended the Coaldale Mennonite Brethren Church her entire life. She was baptized on August 19, 1956, in the pond behind the church. Kay volunteered in many positions in the church. She didn’t just attend church but lived her life as an example to her family.
One of Mom’s greatest passions was playing the piano. She loved to play hymns and continued to play piano until the day of her passing. The last song she played was “Jesus loves me”.
Kay was predeceased by her parents John and Elizabeth Siemens; brothers Abe and John and sister Anne Reimer.
She is survived by her husband Henry; children Allan (Kathy) Doerksen and their children Daniella (Luke) Froese, Renae (Tinashe) Maravanyika, Cody (Susie), and Marina; Marilyn (Murray) Penner and their children Tyrell (Emily), Justin, and Dylan; Brian (Jenny) Doerksen and their children Zak, Bailey, and Kaycee; Carl (Andrea) Doerksen, as well as 10 great grandchildren. Kay also leaves behind her brothers Henry (Marcella), Vernon (Meta), Walter (Leanne), and her sister Sue (Peter) Kopp.
We as a family would like to thank all the staff from the Coaldale Care Centre, and all those who cared for Kay, especially in her later years.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 6:00pm and 8:00pm on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00am on Monday, May 18, 2026, at COALDALE MENNONITE BRETHREN CHURCH, 2114 – 18 Street, Coaldale, Alberta, with Pastor Gary Burke, officiating. Kay will be laid to rest privately in the Coaldale Mennonite Cemetery.
Kay’s memorial will be recorded and posted on our website for viewing following the service.
Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.