of Yellville, AR
August 20, 1949 - January 21, 2025
Kathleen ''Kathy'' Munsell, with Native name White Owl, passed peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. A celebration of life will be held at her home on February 20th, 2026.
Kathy was born August 20th, 1949 in Midland, Michigan to parents, Donald (Mary) Jensen and Effie (Bob) Bell.
Kathy and her loving husband, Monty, were married on December 24, 1991 in Bullhead City, Arizona and resided in Kansas City until making their home in the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas in 1999 in the home they designed and built together.
Kathy is a loving mother, grandmother and even great grandmother who is also a Native teacher and mentor. Her spiritual quest which led to the creation of Turtle Island was a place to foster balance, healing and knowledge for all who sought it. A sacred space where all relatives could gather, honor, learn and strengthen their connection to oneness, the land and Lakota traditions.
Kathy worked as an IT specialist and programmer for several companies in the Kansas City area before retiring with her spouse, Monty, to their beloved land in Arkansas.
Kathy loved sports starting from playing softball in her youth to eventually coaching softball and was an avid fan of Women's college basketball and Kansas City Chiefs football. Kathy was a talented artist with jewelry, quilting and many crafts. Kathy had a love for nature and the outdoors which included flowers, gardening, a love for all animals and in several instances, she took in mistreated and abandoned animals to love as her own.
Kathy and her spouse, Monty, shared a love for classic cars and took interest in complete restoration projects for both a 1953 5-Window Chevy Pickup and 1958 Chevy Apache Pickup. They also did restorations on their beautiful 1967 Chevelle, named Janis. These restorations symbolize some of their shared experiences as a couple and craftmanship to preserving and bringing these vintage beauties back to life.
Kathy was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Bobby; her spouse, Monty and her grandson, Justin. She will be forever missed and lovingly remembered by her daughters, Kerry Brandon and Kimberly Wagner; Niece, Kerri Campbell and Grandchildren, Brandon (Kelsey) Knuckles, Kaylee Brandon, Dimitri Espinosa and Keedan Newman and Her great grandchildren, Lexie and Karson Knuckles, Eleanor Munsell, Athena Essary, Sabrina and Selena Espinosa. Kathy is loved and will be missed by countless friends, her Hunka family and loved ones.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Hospice of the Ozarks, 811 Burnett Drive, Mountain Home, AR 72653 or your local animal shelter.
Arrangements are in the care of Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas.
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14 Condolence(s)
Linda Jean Sanchez
Saturday, January 25, 2025
She was a beautiful example of one who kept, carried, and honored Great Spirit on her walk upon the earth. I will miss her greatly. Blessings to all whom knew her and are grieving her departure. Safe Journey great one and thankyou for all you gave.
Thunderhawk/ Shadow Hawk.
Friday, January 24, 2025
The heart beat on the drum will not be the same. Her beautiful voice singing from spirit world now. With all the other beautiful drummers and singers.
Shadow Wolf and Spirit Walker
Friday, January 24, 2025
My love and I have much to be thankful for because of my Hunka Sister, White Owl. Shadow Wolf and I met at Turtle Island and through the years at camp, learned so much about honoring Great Spirit in a grounded and natural way. Much learning and healing was experienced with the friendship and guidance given by my sister and throughout many camp gatherings. I will miss the the long talks about anything and everything, sitting on the deck with "Owl", petty "Willie" all while the racoons empty the bird feeders! Most importantly, I will miss her hugs.
She touched many lives and we shall all miss her greatly. Spirit Walker
Linda McDaniel
Friday, January 24, 2025
She was precious. Walking in a good way she crossed and will be greatly missed
She was a joy to be with and share with A sister of my heart.
Alan Hanks
Friday, January 24, 2025
I didn’t get to visit with Kim’s Mother but I experience her spirit in her daughter.
Much love from our family to all who celebrate a life well lived.
Lisa Davenport
Friday, January 24, 2025
Kathy was a true and steady friend! She will be missed so
Candy Barnes
Thursday, January 23, 2025
So very sorry to hear this news. Such a sweet and lovely human. The world was a better place with her in it. Sending sincere condolences to all.
Candy Barnes
Michael and Judy Mutt
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
You will be missed dear sister! Heaven just got another angel.
Lindy Jackson Cale
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Her compassion, guidance, love will forever be remembered in my walk with life. I love you Kathy, I hope you are dancing with Monty with the hugs and best wishes from those that miss you here.
Hope Hutchison
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Kathy will be missed by so many. She is a kind soul who knew the secret to a happy life. She was my favorite customer who brought her medicine every couple of weeks for 14 years via FedEx Express. I enjoyed our visits on my break. One of a kind for sure!!
Jean Feltman
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Kathy was a wonderful person. My heart goes out to her family.
Gordon Davenport
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
As far as a friend and a neighbor, they didn’t get any better. Gonna miss Her.
Stephanie cowan
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
I met Kathy at my shop. She became such a dear friend, we shared laughs, hugs and tears and will be so missed. Prayers to all
Kerri Campbell
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
A wonderful aunt and an exceptional person. The world is dimmed without you, but your love will forever light our hearts.