Katie was born on December 29, 1964, in Hammond, IN, to James Robert and Lila Jane (Gilfillan) Trembczynski. She was a graduate of Olathe North High School. Katie pursued a career in office management, ultimately becoming an indispensable office manager for a construction company. Katie married Brian Elliott on May 22, 1993, and to this union they had a daughter, Morgan.
An active member of the First Baptist Church of Raymore, Katie found solace in her faith and community. She had a zest for life, finding joy in cooking delicious meals, bird watching, gardening, and tending to her blooming flowers. She enjoyed reading, watching movies, and was a lover of animals. Katie also loved time spent at the lake house with her family and all the activities that came with it. Her infectious personality will be greatly missed by those who knew her.
Katie was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Brian Elliott; her daughter, Morgan Elliott; her siblings: Sue Kalwei, Jim (Tasha) Kipper, Ann Krull, and Jenny Bustamonte; as well as, many nieces, nephews, and friends.
