Kathryn Ann Yancey's Obituary
Kathryn Ann Yancey, 68, of Smyrna died Thursday, May 7, 2026, at her home.
She was born in Atlanta, Georgia in 1958 to Kyle and Janet Yancey. Known fondly by her family and friends as “Kathy”, she grew up in Mableton, Georgia. She attended Pebblebrook High School and later graduated from Carson-Newman University in Jefferson City, Tennessee.
Kathy completed her master’s degree at Georgia State University. She established her own accounting practice, earned her CPA, and taught university courses both in-person and online.
She deeply enjoyed travel, reading, and music. She was a talented pianist and often performed for weddings and church services. Her Christian faith was an integral part of her life, and all who knew her valued her encouraging and uplifting nature.
Kathy was a warm and outgoing individual who dearly cherished the people that she loved. She had a talent for friendship, maintaining wide social circles and close relationships across decades of her life. Her positivity, wanderlust, and relentless enthusiasm will forever be treasured by those who loved her.
She was preceded in death by her beloved father, Bennett Kyle Yancey. She is survived by her mother, Janet Nicholson Yancey; her brothers Phillip (Brigitte) Yancey and Stephen (Laura) Yancey; nephews James and John Yancey; and nieces Sarah, Kylie, and Rachel Yancey.
Kathy was laid to rest at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church in Mableton, Georgia. A Celebration of Life service is planned for early June. Gifts in her memory may be made to the American Kidney Fund or the Georgia Baptist Children’s Homes.
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