August 22, 1995
Lima, Ohio
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January 24, 2012
Two Guns, Arizona
Katerina “Karley” Dawn Gumm, was born August 22, 1995 in Lima, Ohio to Bruce & Brandy Hullinger Gumm, and moved from Lima to Goodyear, Arizona in 2001.
Karley, as she was known by all, was a huge fan of Rap, Hip Hop, Pop, & almost all kinds of music. Some of her favorites included: J. Cole, MC Magic, & Prince Royce. Her devotion & admiration of Rapper T.I. was something everyone knew. She was extremely passionate about soccer, being it playing for fun, or being on the JV & Varsity Soccer team at her high school, Desert Edge, to being an avid watcher and fan of professional soccer as well. Karley had a one of a kind personality that was infectious to everyone. She had a way of making you smile no matter your mood. From her random noises, to her off the wall phrases and humor, she was a delight to be around always. Karley had a huge heart and she touched so many lives and loved so many as well. Her joy, love, laughter, smile, and overall happiness of life will be remembered forever. She believed God had a special plan for her and now we all know his plan was that he needed a very special Angel and Karley is that Angel. She served her purpose on this mortal plane so now her path is to watch over all of us until we’re all together again.
She is survived by her mother & step-father, Brandy & T.R. Johnson; step-grandmother, Roena Johnson; sister, Seaman Recruit Ashley Gumm; brother, Dylan Gumm of Goodyear, Arizona; father, Bruce Gumm; uncles, Mark Gumm, Jackie, Daniel, Ray, and Justin Hullinger of Ohio; aunts, Janet Gumm, Nichole Hollar, and Tammie Hullinger of Ohio; maternal grandfather, Jack Hullinger Sr. of Ohio; paternal grandmother, Betty Gumm of Ohio and numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Elizabeth Roose & paternal grandfather, Larry Gumm of Ohio.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, February 8, from 5:00pm-8:00pm at Avenidas Funeral Chapel in Avondale, Arizona. A service will be held during the visitation starting at 7:00pm, with the Rev Robert Earby officiating.
In lieu of flowers family requests donations be made to Desert Schools Federal Credit Union Account # 6000126429.
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Brandy,
ReplyDeleteWords can't do justice at a time like this, but I want you and your family to know all your friends are sending you their prayers and love. I cannot imagine losing one of my children! I will be praying for peace and healing for you and your family and peace for your beautiful and precious Katerina!! If you need anything at all, no matter the time, please email me or give me a call. I'll do whatever I can to help you or your family! My email is fetterlisa@gmail.com or my phone number is (954) 643-6308. Anytime day or night!
With Love,
Lisa Daley
Karley, You will be truly missed. RIP Baby girl! To Brandy, TR, Ashley & Dylan, You are our family and we will be there for you always!
ReplyDeleteBrandy, My prayers continue for your family as you said goodbye to your precious girl when the Lord called her home. Heading to Great Lakes to celebrate the PIR celebration of her new sailor-sister would have had her in such high spirits when the Lord called. She sounds like such a wonderful girl. May the Lord supply His comfort/peace to you and your family at a time when earthly words/hugs can only go so far. Praying for your healing as well. God Bless all of you. diannep, NavyforMoms
ReplyDeleteKarley You Are Precious & Will Be Missed by ALL! Brandy & Ashley & Family & Friends...Our Heartfelt Sympathy & Prayers are with you ALL Always... Karley was an Angel on earth and now an Angel in Heaven. I didn't have the Honor to know her and her family but I know she was so Very Special to ALL! My son-in-law was in Ship 02/Division 910 and graduated along with Ashley. Our Division would like to make a Special Portrait in Karley's memory. I look forward to hear from you. God Bless You ALL! & Keep Smiling :) knowing Karley is with Jesus :) Navy for Moms: MomentsByLaFata, Email: CaptureTheMoment@CFL.RR.COM, Cell: 321-427-2200 Joey LaFata & Family & Ship 02/Division 910 from Cocoa Beach, Florida.
ReplyDeletePrayers for your family during this time. I am sorry for your loss and such sadness in what should have been a very special day for your family, celebrating with your new Sailor. May God bless and watch over you. NavyforMoms member. (Ship 02/Division 910)
ReplyDeleteKarley, You were a beautiful girl on this earth and now you are a beautiful angel watching over your family. I pray your family can find comfort in the memories that they cherish of you and find peace in knowing that you will and are always with them.
ReplyDeleteNavy for mom friend, Deborah Carlsen & Shane Carlsen, ship 3 division 47, Derek Carlsen, Sailor in division 47
Me and karley Didnt know eachother much , But from what idid know by being around her , ive remembered that smile shes always had on her face and how great of a person she was .iWas in complete shock when iFound out what happened but knowinq that she was aGood person iKnew that she was finally safe from this horrifyinq World , iKnew that god is now takinq good care of her & iKnow we'll all see her again ! Rip Karley <3 You'll Never be forgotten (:
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Hey Kar Kar its Uncle Danny just want to say im going to miss you very much. Im so sad i didnt get to see you before you left us.I will always rember what i can about you and you will always have a special place in my heart I love you and will miss you
ReplyDeleteT.R., I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
ReplyDeletePaul, you attending my daughter's funeral was greatly appreciated by myself and my whole family. It feels good to know that I have friends like you to turn to in a crisis.
DeleteKarley we may not have talked very much, but everytime I saw you at school I had a big smile on my face. You were a wonderful person with a great personality and you will always be in my memory. R.I.P. Karley
ReplyDeleteT.R. and family:
ReplyDeleteMy sincerest and deepest sympathy to you all. I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
With Love,
Andrea Matsuno
Andrea, Thank You so much for your warm thoughts.
DeleteKar;
ReplyDeleteI did my best to take care of and protect you from harm over the past 10 years. This was one time I couldn't do anything about. I will miss but never forget your beautiful smile and those sparkling eyes. You made me so proud to be your step dad. I feel honored to have been a part of your life and I hope you felt the same. Words can't express my feelings having you, your little brother and big sister and of course let us not forget your mother in my life. I almost lost both of your but for some reason a higher power decided to let mom come home to me. I only wish I could have had your both return to me but you was needed elsewhere. The heavens has a new star sparkling up above, it is my little girl.
I will Love you Always and remember -- "It's All Good"
T.R.
Katerina was a student in my class during my first semester teaching. I'll always remember her infectious smile and her ability to bring happiness to the class. She always added happiness to the room, and she was a pleasure to have as a student. - Mr. Mannion
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