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Join us in celebrating the amazing and talented Katy Mobley. We welcome those who are unable to join in person to use the Zoom link below so you may join via live stream. Bring a glass to toast and your favorite stories. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81025132475?pwd=sRvXfXyAOnF1bxkzxah7QU5IqM5hXB.1&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2J8dfl-rJIySGXzbqTUjC_WpB9gr7KU5Q-5SRinMSSH0SGkDgChvVaOvU_aem_AcLyTj-ME1mOnSHwlUlHoAxWm2PYmLkzpzKHoJQ5BJwceSMNPtNBf9NQH4UbZo79SChoEjclQ7p9si-scD3MVMhM Meeting ID: 810 2513 2475 Passcode: Whiskey Maggie Gaines will serve as the point of contact for this event. She can be reached at 407-413-4916 or MaggieGaines5@gmail.com. Please email or text Maggie your RSVP for the in person and virtual event. We would love participation from family and friends. If you'd like to share a memory you have of Katy and be added to the agenda, please contact Maggie Gaines. If you have pictures or artifacts you would like to share from over the years, please contact Maggie Gaines and text or email pictures. Katy Heinrich Mobley, a versatile and passionate musician, embraced life with an infectious spirit and left an indelible mark on those who had the privilege of knowing her. Born in 1946 to John Micheal Heinrich and Alma Catherine Erickson Heinrich, Katys' journey began in Cleveland, Ohio, where she cultivated her love for music from an early age. Katy's musical prowess was evident from the start, having been classically trained in piano at the prestigious Baldwin Walace University Conservatory of Music in Ohio. Her talent extended beyond the piano; she mastered numerous instruments, but it was her Fender Jazz Bass that became her instrument of choice, captivating audiences with her rhythmic finesse and soulful melodies. A free spirit by nature, Katy found her groove playing in various bands and collaborating with fellow musicians through the musicians' union. From Rock & Roll to R&B, from Jazz to Death Metal, from Polka to Classical, Katy's versatility knew no bounds, earning her acclaim wherever she performed. Her musical journey led her to become the pianist for the North Coast Ballet in Cleveland, Ohio, and later for the Cleveland Buddhist Temple, where her talent enriched cultural performances for years. Beyond music, Katy was a jack of all trades, working at various radio stations and showcasing her exceptional seamstress skills, able to sew anything and everything with precision and flair. In the 1980s, Katy relocated to South Florida, eventually settling in Pompano Beach, where she became renowned for her elaborate Halloween displays, a testament to her creativity and love for the holiday. In 2020, she made Orlando, FL her home, cherishing the time spent with her loving daughter, Kati Rose Mobley Pearson, and her growing family, where she was affectionately known as "Vanilla Grandma". Katy leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and music. She is survived by her daughter, Kati Rose Mobley Pearson, her son-in-law, Steven .J Pearson, her granddaughters, Maggie Gaines (Freddie Gaines-husband), Kariel Pearson, and Kaley Pearson, as well as her great-grandchildren, Maliyah, Freddie, and Malani. She is also survived by her sister, Marie Hart (Rich Hart-Husband), her brother, John Heinrich, (Clara Heinrich-wife) and her nephew, Eugene "EJ" Heinrich, and nieces Edie & Gwen Call. In addition to her family, Katy leaves behind cherished friends who shared in her adventures, including Susie & Jeff Supp, Marvin & Lutze, and Mark, Neil & Mike, with whom spent many memorable Sundays with while living in Pompano Beach. Katy loved her family, friends, many cats, music, and her whiskey. Katy Mobley’s vibrant spirit and musical legacy will continue to resonate in the hearts of all who knew her. Raise a glass for Katy! May she rest in peace, her melodies echoing in eternity.

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Katy Heinrich Mobley

December 18, 1946 - May 2, 2024