Kathryn "Kathy" Butts Ova , 55, Rural Minot, died Sunday October 18, 2020 at her home of natural causes.

Kathy was born May 19, 1965 at Waseca, Minnesota, the daughter of Duane and Barbara (Gerrells) Butts. She moved with her family in 1966 and was raised and educated in Minot, graduating from Minot High School in 1983. She attended Minot State University and received an Associate's Degree in Business.

Kathy was united in marriage to Donnell Ova on December 28, 1990 in Minot. They made their home east of Sawyer. Along with raising her two children, Kathy was employed at Sykes Communication and Trinity Riverside as an administrative assistant and office manager.

Kathy loved participating in gymnastics and baton as a young girl and then loved cheerleading throughout her high school years. When Kali was born, Kathy had the honor of being at home to raise her. These were precious years for Kathy and Kali, as a mom and daughter.  Kathy had a passion for life. She loved to laugh and simply visit with friends and family about life events. We will miss her greatly.

She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Minot; She enjoyed fishing along with spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Her loving family includes, husband of 30 years, Donnell; son, David (McCall) Fix, Jamestown, ND; daughter, Kali Ova of Minot; grandchildren, Deegan Fix and Lucee Hancock; parents, Duane and Barb Butts, Minot; brothers, Ken (Jennifer) Butts and their children, Makenna & Kaden of Littleton, CO and Steve (Nadine) Butts and their children, Lucas, Anika & Marcus of, Bismarck, ND.

Private Family Celebration of Life Service : Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. in Christ Lutheran Church, Minot.

Streaming of the Service : Starting on Friday, October 23 ^rd after 9:00 a.m. One can view her service by going to https://www.mtmsales.net/thomas

Public Visitation: At her request there will not be a viewing, however friends my sign a memorial register book on Wednesday, October 21 ^st from noon to 3:00 p.m. in Thomas Family Funeral Home, Minot.

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