Kaitlyn Kay Ladd

Kaitlyn Kay Ladd was a truly amazing young lady born October 18, 2014, at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, who made a lasting impact on all who came in contact with her. She accepted Jesus into her heart on September 16, 2022, and met Jesus face to face on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Kaitlyn was a courageous warrior as she battled through the devastating illness of Diffuse Midline Glioma (DMG) H3K27 Mutation. This rare and aggressive mutation made her journey extraordinarily difficult, yet she faced every moment with strength and gentleness far beyond her years. Even through this incredibly difficult time, she displayed deep love for her Savior, her family, and everyone with whom she came in contact. Every aspect of Kaitlyn’s personality was awesomely and wonderfully formed by the hand of God. She was thankful for every day and continued to encourage others throughout her fight. She was highly creative, hilariously funny, and her laughter was unforgettable, warm, genuine, and often contagious. God used a full palette when painting Kaitlyn’s character. While a meticulous planner and prodigious maker of lists, she was also full of big ideas and quick to embrace the moment, all while extending grace and compassion to all that God brought into her life. There were many things in Kaitlyn’s life that she found joy in, and reading was one of them. She was an avid reader whose favorite books included A Tale of Despereaux, Seeker, The One and Only Ivan series, and the American Dog series. She also enjoyed reading for laughs with The Far Side, Calvin and Hobbes, knock-knock jokes, and the newspaper funny papers with Pops. She was a fan of Army football and enjoyed watching the Black Knights with her dad, as well as spa days on the patio with mom. She cherished family meals, delighting in the sweet contrast of her favorite treats, her love for simple vanilla ice cream balanced perfectly by a passion for rich chocolate shakes, along with YaYa’s cinnamon rolls, hot cocoa, steak, and spaghetti. Kaitlyn loved family time, friends, outdoor activities, and games. She enjoyed the weekly Family Friday night carpet picnics with movies and popcorn. She adored spending time with her friends, being outside, and playing with her dogs Daisy and Maisy, Emma, and of course Squishmallows. Kaitlyn was very active and liked jumping on her trampoline, swimming or snorkeling, snow skiing, riding bikes and scooters, collecting stickers, and drawing. She also enjoyed playing board games and card games such as Moose Match Mayhem, Taco Cat Goat Pizza, Uno, Sequence, and Qwirkle. Some people have a love of music; Kaitlyn’s life was music. Whenever and whatever she heard, from Praise and Worship to dramatic Broadway to 80’s Europop, she instantly became one with the rhythm. Kaitlyn’s immersion in and expression of music was the choreography of her life. Her natural rhythm, beat, and spunky, ultra-bright personality came alive the moment she heard a song, and her flair for performing drew others into the joy, fun, and radiant energy lifting all those around. Kaitlyn was an exceptionally talented artist and enjoyed all kinds of arts and crafts. She could paint, draw, and write stories, books, and cartoons, often finding inspiration for her creations during her many travels. She was fortunate to explore the mountains of Colorado, the beaches of North Carolina, Virginia, Florida, and Alabama, as well as destinations abroad such as Germany and Paris, France Kaitlyn was constantly being transformed by the renewing of her mind. Whether pursuing her studies in her school classroom to chasing after God’s truth in her church youth group, Kaitlyn’s love of learning both embodied and empowered her life. She was a dedicated student at Rejoice Christian School, earning both academic and character awards. Kaitlyn made history as the first elementary student to receive the Lambley Legacy Rise Above Award, a testament to her perseverance, kindness, and exemplary character. Kaitlyn was surrounded by a wonderful group of friends who were caring, loyal, and always by her side. Together, they shared laughter, adventures, and supported one another through every challenge, reflecting the love and joy Kaitlyn brought into their lives. Their friendship was a beautiful reflection of God’s love as they learned, played, and grew together. Throughout her journey, she remained a strong girl of faith, trusting her Lord and Savior, and continually sharing the hope and love of Jesus with everyone around her. Those she leaves behind who hold many cherished memories include: Her parents: Stephen and Michele Ladd Grandparents; Bill and Kathy Ladd (Pops and Grams) Diana Brewster (YaYa) Aunts and Uncles; Michelle and Lenny Maxwell Keith and Claudia Ladd Jim and Angela Brewster Belinda Brewster Wayne and Shani Brewster Julie and Doug Woodbury Aaron Brewster Melinda and Phil Norman Twenty cousins and twenty-two first cousins removed and a host of extended family and friends. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Mowery Funeral Service in Owasso. Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at First Baptist Church of Owasso with Pastor Chris Wall officiating. Committal service and interment will follow at Floral Haven Memorial Gardens in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. The family requests memorial contributions be made in Kaitlyn’s memory to the Kaitlyn Ladd Memorial Fund, c/o Owasso First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1020, Owasso, Oklahoma, 74055 or https://themission.net/ladd. Arrangements and services were entrusted to Mowery Funeral Service of Owasso. www.moweryfs.com Steve and Chele would like to express their deep gratitude for the outpouring of spiritual, physical, mental, emotional, and financial support provided by so many throughout the community, state, nation, and around the world. Thank you to the pastors, staff and congregation of First Baptist Owasso, the staff and students of Rejoice Christian School, Southwest Airlines, and Kaitlyn’s medical support teams.

Kaitlyn Kay Ladd

October 18, 2014 - November 25, 2025