In Loving Memory of Kathy Hepinstall Parks
Poet, Novelist, Creative Spirit, Beloved Friend
1960 – August 17, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kathy Hepinstall Parks, a cherished poet, New York Times bestselling novelist, award-winning advertising copywriter, and beloved friend, who left this world on August 17, 2025, in Pinal County, Arizona.
Kathy’s gift for storytelling was matched only by her boundless imagination and fearless wit. Across novels such as The House of Gentle Men, Blue Asylum, and The Book of Polly, she crafted unforgettable characters and richly layered worlds that touched readers across generations. Her work resonated with both emotional depth and biting humor, reflecting the unique voice that made her a literary force.
Beyond the page, Kathy brought that same creativity to her work in advertising, where her writing earned numerous accolades and inspired countless colleagues. But those who knew her best remember not only her talent, but her warmth, her fierce loyalty, and her generous spirit.
Kathy lived boldly, laughed loudly, and loved deeply. She was a mentor, a sister, a wife, and a true original — a woman who chased stories and lived them too.
She leaves behind a legacy of words, wonder, and those lucky enough to have known her.
In honoring her memory, we celebrate a life that burned bright with curiosity, courage, and compassion.
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