Elizabeth (Jay) Kautz (nee Pickup) passed away September 7, 2023 in Burnaby, BC at the age of 92. She was born on June 18, 1931.
Preceded by her husband Victor Kautz and is survived by her son, Greg (Jean) Kautz; her daughter, Joanne Kautz-Allard (Michael Allard); three grandchildren, Lauren Barteluk, Derek (Rachel) Kautz and Cooper Allard, and three great-grandchild, Adelyn Barteluk, Lachlan Barteluk and Parker Kautz.
Jay was a passionate seamstress studying fashion design in New York in the 50’s. While married to Vic, who was in the RCMP, she lived throughout Alberta and settling in Lethbridge. They eventually ran a fabric store where she helped countless customers with their sewing projects. When she retired she joined the Bowman Arts Center and become a prolific weaver. Jay and Vic enjoyed garage sales and weekend trips to BC and across the border.
Jay moved to Burnaby, BC in 2019 to be close to Joanne and last resided at George Derby Center. Thank you to all the wonderful staff who provided excellent and loving care throughout her stay and in her final days.
At Jay’s request no formal funeral service will be held. She will be interred with Vic at the RCMP Depot Cemetery in Regina.