Kathi D. Dlouhy, 66, passed away peacefully at her home in North Bend on Saturday, August 16, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Kathi was born on October 21, 1958, in Kalispell, Montana, and lived a life filled with warmth, laughter, and deep devotion to her family.
Kathi spent her early years in Montana before moving to Nebraska in 1970. She graduated from North Bend Central High School in 1977 and went on to build her life there. In 1977, Kathi married Brian Blanchard, and their marriage was blessed with three children. Years later, on August 12, 2011, she was united in marriage to Allan Dlouhy, in Grand Mesa, Colorado.
Kathi enjoyed selling decorative items for Home Interiors and lending a hand on the farm. She had a love for sewing and found joy in teaching her grandchildren the craft. She also made many special keepsakes for them, including quilts she created for grandchildren’s births and high school graduations. Kathi rarely missed her children’s or grandchildren’s activities and loved cheering them on. She loved planning family trips to the mountains and Mahoney State Park. In her younger years, Kathi had a strong passion for horses—caring for them, breaking them, and even competing in rodeos. Above all, she treasured time with her grandchildren, whether looking after them, attending their events or planting flowers by their side.
Kathi was known for her strong work ethic and dedication in every position she held. She most recently worked at the Cooperative Supply in Richland and Farmers Union Co-Op in Clarkson for a combined 17 years, where she was a valued and dependable employee. Earlier in her career, she managed the North Bend Mini Mart and worked at Bluebird Nursery in Clarkson. No matter the task, Kathi approached it with determination, reliability, and a willingness to help others.
She is survived by her husband Allan Dlouhy; daughters, Nichole (Doug) Ruzicka of North Bend, Amber (Mark) Krakau of Waukee, Iowa; son, Broc (Ashley) Blanchard of North Bend; step-daughters, Stephanie (Chris) Gabel of Morse Bluff, Nikki (Neil) Oltmer of Cheney, Kansas; mother, Marilyn Harbottle of Rifle, Colorado; brothers, Gary (Lisa) Carroll of Grand Junction, Colorado, Bill Harbottle of Antigo, Wisconsin, Si Harbottle of North Bend and Sam (Jennifer) Harbottle of New Castle, Colorado; sisters, Rose Woertz of Antigo, Wisconsin, Susie (Terry) Huscher of Cedar Bluffs, and Carry Gerke of Fremont; sister-in-laws, Beth (Bob) Sanders of O’Neill, Laurie (Dale) Indra of Clarkson; brother-in-laws, Mike Dlouhy, Todd Dlouhy, and Jamie (Mindy) Dlouhy, all of Clarkson; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was a proud and doting grandmother to 11 grandchildren who were the joy of her life.
Preceded in death by her father, Duane Harbottle, sister, Vicki Konecky, infant brother, Ben Harbottle, grandparents, Charles & Fern Morrison and Cecil & Doris Harbottle.
Funeral will be 10 a.m. Saturday, August 23, 2025, at United Presbyterian Church in North Bend. Visitation will be 4 to 7 p.m. Friday also at the church.
Interment will be at Woodland Cemetery in North Bend with luncheon to follow at the St. Charles Parish Center.
Memorials can be directed to the American Cancer Society or to the family to establish a memorial scholarship. Online condolences may be left at www.mosermemorialchapels.com
