Cathy Brekke

1953 - 2007

Cathy Brekke, 54 of Billings, passed away Friday, August 10th at Horizon Hospice Home.

The daughter of Ray and Dorothy Trotman, Cathy was born January 4, 1953 in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Cathy and Kay Henry started Grand Hairlines hair salon in 1980. Cathy became sole proprietor when Kay moved to Las Vegas in the eighties. Cathy loved her profession and would have cut hair for free if she hadn’t been involved in the business. Her clients were her friends. She recently her bachelor’s degree in art from Montana State University - Billings. Cathy loved to camp, especially at Emerald Lake. She looked forward each year to the Yellowstone Boat Float.

Cathy fought hard against her illness with the help and attendance of her family and many friends. She is survived by her companion Scott Theimer of Billings, daughter Lisa Brekke of Tarpon Springs, FL, son Majel Kimble of Denver, Father, Ray Trotman of Laughlin, NV, brothers Pat Trotman of Logan, UT, and Ken Trotman of Fredrick, MD, and sisters Christine Van Zweden of Boulder City, NV and Cynthia Trotman of Arizona.

The family would like to thank the heroic efforts of her nurses and doctors at St Vincent Hospital and especially the wonderful tireless professionals at Horizon Hospice Home.

Cremation has taken place.

There will be a reception for Cathy held in the Lobby of the Alberta Bair from 2 to 4pm Wednesday
Remembrances

Lisa, Majel, Scott - I am so sorry about Cathy. We go back a lotta years. I will miss her quirky style, her love of music and her love of her work. I am only too glad I got a chance to stop by the Hospice House to see her. She talked about getting better and going to Hawaii in October, then she told me that if she were a cat, she was on the last of her nine lives. I knew she was right, I only hoped I would have a chance to visit with her a few more times. No regrets, Cathy. Love Barbara Scheppele

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Cathy,

You were a beautiful person inside and out. I enjoyed the many times I had my hair done. I always looked forward to your smile, humor and the great conversations.

Roy and I will miss you dearly. We thought of you often. I'm so sad that we never kept in contact with you. The memories will always be there.

Scott, Lisa and Majel our heart felt condolences.

Roy and Josie Baxter

Boise, ID

Dearest Cathy~

I am so thankful that I had the chance to be in your life for the past 6 years as Lisa's best friend. Thank you for being a second mother figure in my life. I will miss you dearly. I love you!!! ~Angie

Lisa and the family of Cathy, I will always remember your mom Lisa, she had a wonderful pride in you and all that you have accomplished in your life. Her smile was contagious and she had a heart filled with care for anyone she ever met. Our sympathy goes out to you and all of Cathy's (your mom's) family. Our prayers are with you. Karen K. McClain McLaughlin and Jeff McLaughlin.....

Scott, Majel & Lisa,

Cathy was always my best friend no matter what. I am so sorry for your loss, however, she will alway be in your hearts and mine.

Pattie Maw

Sister,

I can't believe you're gone. I am almost envious of you as I know you'll be dancing with grandma. Majel and Lisa please carry the love your mother had for you in your heart forever as she would have wanted it that way. Your mom was the best and alway's had the family laughing. It is with good thought we say our farewells. Perhaps this will be the beginning of the family getting closer!

Aunt Dindy

Lisa, Majel, Scott, and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cathy was Brads hairdresser for 17+ years and took such good care of him. She had such a great since of humor. She will truly be missed.

Brad & Julie Arndorfer

Scott, Majel & Lisa,

Kathy became more than my hairdresser. She was a friend that I saw every 6 weeks. I had been going to her for 26 years. We have been through life together. Birth, divorces, children growing up, children moving away. We would always "catch-up" in that hour or two that I was there. I heard about the latest kitchen gadget that Scott had to have. She would share her latest camping trip with delight, although she said she wouldn't let Scott bring the turkey fryer again! We would talk about our children. I will miss her dearly.

Doretta Brush

Cathy leaves a very large hole in our family. We will miss her spunky personality, her giving heart and the way she made us laugh. We will remember her for the love and friendship she gave to us, and especially to our son/brother Scott.

Scott and Cathy complimented each other. She gave to him and he to her a demension that other wise would be missing from both of their lives. The boat float was the big event of the year but the occasional trips to the mountains for camping trips were a big part of their good times with each other. With their long and different work hours the time they had together was precious.

We are thankful that Scott had Cathy's companionship for these short years.

Myrle

 

    

           

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