Kate Ann Nelson
July 18, 1977 ~ February 8, 2024
Resided in:
Portland, Maine
Portland - Kate Nelson, known affectionately by her community as Auntie Kate, passed away on February 8, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and service to her city.
Born on July 18, 1977, in Waterville, Maine, Kate's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to helping others and her profound love for her family. Throughout her life, Kate prioritized making a positive impact on anyone she would come in contact with. Whether she was caring for the elderly at the Portland Center for Assisted Living, or serving as a mother figure to countless children, Kate's empathy knew no bounds. Her role as Auntie Kate endeared her to many, and her nurturing presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Kate's greatest joy came from her family. She cherished the moments spent with her daughters, Haley Nelson, Sayvona Nelson, and Kerra Brown, and she eagerly anticipated becoming a first time grandmother. Her devotion to her family will forever be remembered by those she left behind. In her free time, Kate found solace in the simple pleasures of life. She enjoyed listening to a variety of music genres, with a particular fondness for rock and roll. Kate also found peace and rejuvenation in being active and spending time by the ocean, where she felt most at home. She graduated from Sacopee Valley High School in Hiram and worked multiple jobs to support her family while pursuing a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Her dedication and hard work exemplified her commitment to improving the lives of others.
Kate had a special bond with animals, and her beloved labradoodle, Kayla, brought her immense happiness and companionship over the years. She was predeceased by her mother, Norma Santamore; and her brothers, Billy Nelson and David Santamore. She is survived by her daughters, Haley, Sayvona, and Kerra; as well as her brother, Shamus O’Conner; and grandson, Jesiah Sinclair. Kate's genuinity, illuminating personality, generosity, and affectionate spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by her family, friends, and the countless lives she touched throughout her lifetime.
Visiting hours celebrating of Kate's life will be held onThursday, February 22, 2024, from 5:00-7:00PM, at the Conroy-Tully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. A funeral service will be held at 11AM on Friday, February 23, 2024, in the chapel. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Portland.
Memorial contributions may be made in Kate’s memory to the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland, 217 Landing Rd, Westbrook, ME 04092
May she rest in peace, knowing that her legacy lives on in the hearts of those she leaves behind. To be kind is to be Kate.
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Kate was an amazing women she was like an Aunt to me and my girls I’ve known her since I was like 5 probably a little younger then that I know that me and her oldest daughter used to be really good friends when we both were younger i remember kate saying how much she missed us hanging out when we were just little girls 😔 Kate was loving and caring and always helped anyone in need she worked great with kids too all the kids loved Kate 💜 my younger Natalie went to the boys and girls club and she loved hanging out with Kate I miss getting calls from Kate letting me know that Natalie is hanging out with her and how loving and sweet Natalie is I loved getting those calls from Kate it was hard telling Natalie about Kate 💔😭 she will be forever missed and loved by so so so many WE ALL LOVE YOU KATE RIP BEAUTIFUL ANGEL TIL WE MEET AGAIN 🙏🙌💔😭😘💜
I met Kate about 9 an a half years ago ,and it was like we had known each other our whole life. I think about her everyday and miss her so much. I make this sound promise that I will watch over sayvonna, she is like a daughter to me ,as I have been dating her father for over 10 years ,so no worries Kate I will watch over her and your other two children I don’t know them well but I know sayvonna better but we will always be here for them so no worries just watch over us all love and miss you so much!!! Fly high my friend until we meet again!!!
Kate came to live with us during her 7th grade. She was always a happy girl who loved being on SMS girls basketball team. She volunteered many hours to the mustang stables so that she could ride often. She tried to keep in touch with her siblings when she could. She loved them all very much. She would call and keep me posted on her life and children. She was an amazing mom and we are very proud to have had her be a part of our family. She often told me her favorite memory of living here was riding in the station wagon with all the kids singing Christmas songs. Lots of good memories.
She loved riding horses!
A wonderful mom and a caring person to everyone
So sorry for the loss of Kate. She was a wonderful person and above all loved everybody especially her girls.
My friend for the past 24 years. We have seen a lot and been through more. Love her to the ends of the earth. She could keep a secret would never tell a sole no matter what. ❤️
She loved every one. Her famous words to my boys.. You got 10…. They would get a kick out of her honesty.. No holding back on kate. she said what she needed to say.
Honest. Humble. Joyful. Happy.
To love one no matter there outter worth..
Listening.
Her passion for human kind.
Her passion!!
She had nothing but left this world with so much!!❤️
Her willingness to listen
To just listen. Give the gift of listening..
Don’t go . We have so much more to do!!
Always.
Help the kids. Be there for her family. Volunteer.
Xmas!!!
When Haley was a baby.
Her family
Honest Honest Honest
Her love for everyone!
One of the most faithful friends you could ask for. If she had it you needed it she would give it to you. Someone always needed more then her. Even though she had very little!!! But a big heart!!
I just recently had to have a colonoscopy we all know those are not fun and kate had to be right right there. I had no one to go with me. No drivers licences kate didn’t care. She was my tell all in the procedure room and my driver for after. How many friends are willing to watch you have that procedure done. She didn’t care!!! ❤️❤️
I remember the very first time I met Kate. I was working at the laundromat. I remember she said so you new, I said mot really.. With a huge smile she said damn girl what’s with me attitude 😏. Instant friendship. I will miss Kate immensely
Her daughters
Selfless
Loomin Good Laundromat. That’s all that needs to be said
I love you Kate
Her smile lit up any room she walked into
So many ways Her selflessness
Her smile
How strong she was, no matter what she was going through she never let many see her pain
I will always remember having sleepovers at her house at least 3 times a week and reading to her. My aunt always said she loved listening to me read and even though I never told her, she was the main reason I became such a bookworm. She inspired my love for books and I know with each book I finish she’ll be up in heaven waiting for me to tell her all about it. I love and miss you more than words could ever describe aunt Kate, keep dad and gram on their toes up there❤️🕊️
We love you in this life in the next❤️
I am saddened to have learned of Kate’s passing. I met Kate thru a mutual friend, Shane. Kate was always so sweet, warm and accepting of me as I had just moved to the big city of Portland and didn’t know anyone but Shane and then her and her then bf. I tecall dancing with her at Teggae fest..getting sweaty and happy and paying no mind other than being full if vibrant happiness! She barely knew ne but would always accept ne into her home…vehicles..parties..bbqs..event’s…I will miss my sweet friend…I only seen her gurks from a distance but I recall how family was most important to her..and how proud of her kids she was and when her first born was in the Navy…everything we ran into one another seed show ne pictures of Haley and update me on where and what her eldest born was upto..she was SO PROUD!!🩷🩷🩷
I’LL ALWAYS THINK OF YOU KATE…I LOVE YOU BEAUTIFUL💕🌸🦋⚘️🩷🦋🦋🦋⚘️⚘️⚘️💕🩷🌸
This is for you t 🧡 friend… God do I miss you so much!
I have so many different memories and so many favorite memories that I just don’t want to write down just one Kate was one of my best friends is still one I really feel bad for these girls I know they are so strong I love them so much and Kate oh my God she would do anything for these baby girls anything she was such a hard worker I remember going to oh my gosh we have so many memories together going to New York surprising Haley going to see Savannah she helped me with my mom’s 80th surprise party and didn’t even go to the party she just wanted to help me set up and when I came back with my mom she was gone because she needed to do something else I didn’t even get to see her but I got to talk to her a few nights later and she was telling me about her doctor’s appointment and the next day was when Savannah called me I loved Katie so much her and I was so close we worked at the Boys & Girls Club together for a long time she also was CNA and she was probably better at that job because she has such a big heart but she was so good at the club the kids loved her🥰🥰🥰🥰 I will just never ever forget her beautiful smile and her voice saying oh Patty LOL all the time man do I miss her….. so much
Kate, you were the realest! Always showing me to love and forgive over being upset and holding a grudge. I will continue this practice until we meet again! I love you my friend.
Sending my deepest condolences and love to your girls and that beautiful grandbaby! I finally got to see him the last time we hung out! I know you are with your girls in spirit. May they know that you are the sunshine warm on their faces and the cool breeze in their hair. ❤️❤️❤️
Kate Nelson Aka Auntie Kate Was an amazing person full of the purest heart, she’s special in so many ways changing the neighborhood kids to family, bringing so many of us On little adventures!! She made every person smile when seeing her happy face, sometimes it’s all you needed to see to be reminded that people do care!! She will be missed my so many characters. We all will miss you so dearly Auntie Kate <3 <3 <3 fly high
Fly so high auntie Kate Love you dearly