Katherine Frances Box, “Kae” was born March 1, 1940 in Mitchell, South Dakota and passed away April 19, 2023 in Whitewright, Texas. Kae is preceded in death by her husband Robert Bejamin (R.B.) Box; parents, Edward and Frances Mentele, her brother Rick Mentele, her son Marc Phelan, and her grandson Kelly Phelan. She is survived by two sons, Jeff Phelan and Benjamin Box, their wives D’Anne Phelan and Amber Box, daughter in law Gloria Phelan, grandchildren Wesley Phelan, Brian Phelan, Lincoln, Emerson, and London Box, brothers and sisters: Jeanne Ledbetter, Reg Mentele, Dixie Rivers, Steve Mentele, Laurie Mentele, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Kae had a caring heart and she was a member of St Mark’s Catholic Church for many years where she was an accomplished and dedicated member of Stephen’s ministry. She also volunteered at senior homes where she cared for the elderly. Kae also served as an aide for children with special needs. She consistently gave to various charities including St Judes Children’s Hospital and Wounded Warriors, among many others. She was dedicated to prayer and spent a lot of time praying for others.
Kae had a green thumb and loved her plants and flowers. She also had a great sense of humor. She loved music and dancing. Kae was also an avid sports fan. She loved her Dallas Cowboys, Mavericks, and Stars. She attended many Stars games with her sons Marc and Benjamin. She also loved to watch figure skating and gymnastics. She loved animals and enjoyed watching birds as they would come to feed. Kae left us with a lifetime of memories which will be cherished and she will be missed by many.