Service Information
Kay A. Falling, age 79, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Woodstone Active Living in Hutchinson.
Funeral Service will be Friday, January 31, 2025, 1:00 P.M., at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, with interment in Oakland Cemetery, Hutchinson.
Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M., two hours prior to the service at the church.
Obituary
Kay Antoinette Falling was born on August 4, 1945, in Mankato, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Bryce and Gertrude (Stefanski) Cassens. Kay was baptized and confirmed as an adult at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota, where she remained a lifelong member. She received her education in Hutchinson and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School.
On June 23, 1961, Kay was united in marriage to Eugene “Gene” Falling by Pastor Julius Beulow at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. This marriage was blessed with three children, Kevin, Jody, Robin. Kay and Gene made their first home in Hutchinson, later moved to Mound and Biscay, and in 1973 settled in Glencoe, Minnesota. They shared 55 years of marriage until Gene passed away on October 1, 2016.
Kay was employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant and a Licensed Practical Nurse for various Home Health agencies. She absolutely loved her job and her patients. Helping others was her passion.
Kay enjoyed travelling and going for walks. Kay and Gene first spotted each other on a walk. They truly were the love of each other’s life. She especially cherished time spent with her family and friends. Kay also cherished the dogs she and Gene had over the years. Their pets were family too.
In 2023, Kay moved into Woodstone Active Living, making unforgettable friendships with staff and other residents along the way. They were like family to her. Kay passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Woodstone Active Living in Hutchinson, at the age of 79 years.
Blessed be her memory.
Kay is survived by her:
Daughter, Jody Wentz and her husband, Larry of West Fargo, ND;
Brother, Bryce Cassens Jr. of Hutchinson, MN;
Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Kay is preceded in death by her Parents, Bryce and Gertrude Cassens; Husband, Gene Falling; Infant Son, Kevin Falling; Infant Daughter, Robin Falling; Sisters, Barb Cassens, Sharen (Donald) Farenbaugh; Sister-in-law, Jeanne Cassens; Nephews, Randy Cassens, Tony Cassens, Derek Farenbaugh.
Barb Magnuson says
Kay was a kind, caring neighbor & friend. May she rest in peace. May God keep Jodi & family in his loving care.
In Christ’s love,
Bruce & Barb Magnuson
Jody Wentz says
Thank you so much Barb for your kindness
Cindy Karg says
Bryce and Family, with our sincere sympathy. Out thoughts and prayers are with you! Todd and Cindy
Jody Wentz says
Thank you for your kindness Todd and Cindy.
Jody
Bonnie Hahn says
Knew her somewhat because she had been friends with my aunt and uncle, Don & Betty Exsted. Somehow we ended up as Facebook friends and had many smiles at her posts and she’d often respond with a comment or a ‘like’ to mine. My sympathies to you and her family, take care and God Bless.
Jody says
Thank you Bonnie for sharing those memories
Sandra Oberlin Koester says
Jody, I was stunned to hear of your Mom’s passing. She/and Gene were great neighbors/Friends to both my parents. She will be missed. My sincere sympathy to you.
Jidy says
Thank you Sandra for your kind words and sympathy. Our parents shared great times together
Cheryl Markuson Allanderlove twopeople says
I was so saddened to hear of other other classmates death. I remember KAY as a very happy person and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure that things are done I don’t believe she ever met a stranger she made friends so easily. Everybody loved her. She will be messed by many. May God hold her in his hands and direct of warmth and love two people they need
Jody Wentz says
Thank you Cheryl for your kind words
Kristi Moser says
Kay was so kind & just the sweetest person-I enjoyed her visits so much when she would come to my Dairy Queen!!
She loved her chili cheese dogs, peanut buster parfaits, & of course a six pack to take home-a box of fudge or orange vanilla bars !!
She always made my lobby smell so good – I will never forget her beautiful perfume-musk scent!!
Your parents truly were remarkable people & I am so thankful to have known them. Your dad & mom truly are & will be missed lots always!!
Hugs & prayers to you, Jody – I miss seeing u!
Jody Wentz says
Thank you so much Kristi for your kind and loving words. Mom and Dad loved seeing you as much as getting their treats! You were a special friend!
Barbara Trochinski says
I was so saddened to hear of Kays passing. There were 5 of us including Kay who hung out together. May God welcome Kay into heaven with open arms. She was a good friend even if it was years ago.
Jody Wentz says
Thank you for your kindness words Barbara. So much appreciated.
Patricia Buytaert says
I always enjoyed running into Kay. Here and I had many good laughs. She was a very nice person. She can once again be with Gene. You have my prayers.
Jody Wentz says
Thank you Patricia. It brings me great comfort to know Mom and Dad are together again.
Chuck and Kim Reed says
Sending our deepest sympathies to Jody and Bryce and family. Chuck worked with Gene on many electrical projects at work and when we built our house. We got to know Kay thru him. Both were so pleasant to be around. So kind and always smiling. We met Bryce when a family member moved into Woodstone.
Jody Wentz says
Thank you so much Kim and Chuck for your kind words and sympathies.
Judy Sladek says
Bryce, so sorry to read about Kay’s passing. Thinking about you folks, always brings back a flood of memories. I’m remembering the days when Al worked for your Dad , Bryce would invite us over to watch the boxing matches. Us kid’s would tear around. Kay was always a little cutie. You’ve had your share of sadness. Take care of yourself.
Galen and Debbie Goranowski says
Jody – we are so sorry to hear of Kay’s passing. We would have loved to attend the service for her but unfortunately we just today learned of her passing. Kay was a kind and caring person. Gene was like a big brother to me. God’s peace to you and your family.
Jody Wentz says
Thank you so much Gaylen and Debbie for your kindness and sympathies. Mom and Dad thought the world of both of you.
Paulette Kostecka says
Dear Jody,
My name is Paulette Kostecka and I live in Young America. I worked with your mom at Young America Corporation over 40 years ago. I just happened to go on this site to check on someone else’s death and I saw the picture of your mom. I was shocked! It wasn’t that long ago that I thought of her, mentioning to my husband that I wondered what ever happened to her. We had so much fun working together. Kay was adorable, so cute, never a hair out of place, and funny. She made a job that was really crummy a place I could tolerate going to. I thought the world of her. May you be comforted knowing she is in that mansion prepared just for her, singing God’s praises with all the angelic hosts around the throne of God. And, as your heart heals, when you think of your mom may it bring a smile to your face and joy to your heart.
Jody Wentz says
Hi Paulette,
Thank you so much for sharing these wonderful memories of my Mom and for your kind words and sympathies. I so appreciate it! Take care, Paulette.
Jody