As a teacher at Solebury I had the privilege of sharing a few conversations with Katy. She was a proud mama and delighted in talking about her children. My conversations with her were always full of kindness and warmth. As we mourn the sudden loss of Katy, let us also celebrate the beautiful life she lived. Let us find comfort in knowing that her beautiful spirit will continue to inspire us. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her children and husband. Katy’s light will continue to shine forever...she will be deeply missed, but not forgotten.

I spoke once to Katey as new author inspired by her beautiful picture books. She was kind and approachable and encouraging. I hope to live as she did, loving family, staying friends, and leaving a legacy of words.

May you and your family be wrapped in the love of all those who loved Katey.

As a former neighbour of Katie, and Michael, and their 3 lovely daughters, I am so heart saddened to hear of Katie‘s loss of life. Katie was such a wonderful, wonderful mother. I enjoyed watching her love and nurture her daughters the way only a mother could. I still remember the banana bread she baked for me and welcomed me into my new home. God bless the family, and may he give you the comfort you need at this time. Love your previous neighbour at 2 Sprague St. 😌❤️🙏🏽

My wife and I saw Katey a few times each year and every time, she would greet us with hugs and the biggest smile imaginable. She was passionate about her family, friendships and writing. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers to her family

My condolences to Katey’s family. She was a shining, selfless light in the kidlit community. You remain in my prayers.

As an author, I will miss Katey's exuberance for life and her positive attitude. Lucky to have met her in person at KWE last year and to have known her in that initial journey as an author. She is missed!

My thoughts and prayers to the family. Praying for God to give you the strength and courage in this horrible time.

Katey's light will shine within the countless people (adults and kids) she touched with her words and heart. Always. Past. Present. Future.

I'm so sorry for your loss. Katie was a kind, generous soul. I got to know her through the kidlit world, and I'm a better person for having known her.

So sorry for your loss. I am a children's author and greatly admired Katey's work, though I never met her personally. Prayers for Katey's husband, her three children and other family members. May God give you comfort and peace at this time.

My heart is truly broken, Katey is my God child I was so honored when I was given that position in her life. Katey will always be remembered as a truly remarkable person.She was full of great thoughts ready to be explored. Her compassion and love for family friends, nature and of course literature were boundless. Katey you will live on in your children your books.
Rest in peace Katey, We will continue to write your story.
Love you forever
Aunt Rena

So sorry for your loss, and my condolences to the Howes and Marcinkowski family.

Very sorry and sad to hear this news. While I did not know Katey, I remember a conversation with Michael about raising kids, and it was clear that there was so much love in the family. My thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult time

We are so sorry. It was always a joy to see Katey with her family. She was such a lovely spirit and her books inspired many. Our hearts are with Michael and the girls. Rohan / Maria & family

Dear Michael,
Karen and I wanted to pass along our very deepest condolences for your loss. Our hearts go out to you and your family and we wish you comfort and strength in this trying time.
With sympathy,
Paul and Karen Kraus

In our internal client events, I had seen how lively and jovial, Katey was. We are deeply saddened to hear about your loss. In these trying times, our prayers are with you, kids and family

My condolences and heart go out to Katey's beautiful family. Katey was a delightful person, a kind and giving presence in the children’s picture book and poetry community. I will miss her so very much.

We are so heavy hearted for the Howes family. Katey, left a wonderful legacy behind for her family. Katey you were such a sweet loving soul and always very thoughtful.

We pray for the family at this time as they grieve. We are all here for all of you. From our family here at EK&A.

So sorry for your lost, I don’t have words to express you all.
Take care.
Love Kalia & Rosie

We are saddened by Katey’s passing and send our condolences to her family and friends. Katey was very kind in sharing her ideas, talent, and her beautiful book Woven of the World with us at our event and her words were an inspiration to us and our audience. She is forever woven into the hearts of all those who knew her.

I was lucky to have had the opportunity to meet Katey at various ZS events with Michael. What I will always remember is her smiling, she was always so kind and bright. I also remember seeing Michael and Katey dancing at holiday parties, their love was so evident to anyone who met them. Michael, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls.

I met Katey at the 7th grade Halloween party. It was loud, wet and freezing on the Upper Field. She arrived and immediately started helping out. Talking to Katey was always fun; she had an excellent sense of humor and a delightful turn of phrase.
Two of our children have similar developmental issues and she gave me excellent parenting advice. She was always calm and reassuring when I found myself wondering if I was getting everything wrong.
Katey was also generous with her writing talent. Earlier this year I was having trouble getting my query letter just right and Katey kindly offered to look it over. Her feedback made all the difference.
Saying I’m sorry about her death can’t even get close to how awful it is to lose someone so devoted to her family, friends and the community. She really did make the world better.

So sorry to hear this. I didn't know Katey, but thoughts are with Michael, their children, and the whole Howes / Marcinkowski families.

Katey was a ray of sunshine in the children's literature community. She radiated positivity and warmth through every interaction she had with others. I was lucky to know her through the years, both as online friends, and meeting at various writing conferences. She was amazing, supportive, uplifting, talented, kind, down-to-earth, fun, and funny. Last year at the NJSCBWI conference in June, I told her how I was going to take the leap to write full time, and the way she lit up for me was so genuine and heartwarming. She supported each and every one of my books, and was always reaching out with new opportunities about writing retreat opportunities, regional conferences I maybe didn't know about, etc. And I know she did this for so many others, too. She had a golden heart and a wonderful way with words. Her spirit, and the beauty of the way she saw the world, will live on through her beautiful books. She had so much ahead for her. We will be cheerleaders for her upcoming books, and make sure they find their way into the world so that she may live eternally through the way she'll continue to touch others. Sending you all much love.

I knew Katey through many years of ZS events and I have truly admired her dedication and commitment to her passion and work of writing children's books. I was struck by the way Katey 'lived in the moment' wholeheartedly, with vibrance and joy. This is a rare and true gift to all of us.