09/15/2025
Catherine Spiken
Catherine "Katie" Spiken, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at the age of 67. Katie was born June 11, 1958 in Marion, Virginia to the late Carl Ray St. John and Doreen Emma Collins.
Katie was known for the care that she loved to give to others. Her home was always open to anyone and their needs, and she truly treasured the time that she spent with her loved ones. Katie loved cooking, sewing, playing cards, and dancing. Katie had an unwavering devotion to God and her family. She was a strong woman filled with faith, love, kindness, and a passion for helping others. Her smile and laugh were contagious and she always had an ear to listen and shoulder to cry on.
Along with her parents, Katie was proceeded in death by her husband Henry Spiken, infant sister Julie St. John, and brother Michael Ray St. John. Left to cherish her loving memory are her children, Clarissa Bise (Tim) of Congress, AZ, David DeBusk (Tabbie) of Chilhowie, VA; Step-children, John Spiken, Damien Spiken, and Lisa Spiken of Australia; Sister Debbie Boyce (Gary) of Bluefield, WV; Grandchildren, Mackenzie Rouse (Josh) of Glade Spring, VA, Madison Bise of Chilhowie, VA; Step-grandchildren, Brooke McCorkle (Brandon), Justin Nunley of Chilhowie, VA, Emilee Spiken, Brett Spiken, Casper Spiken, Brittany Spiken of Australia, Chelsie Bowley, Brandon Bowley, Dillon Bowley of Australia; Great Grandchildren Easton Rouse and Caroline McCorkle. Also her special K-9 companion, Ellie.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Condolences may be received at her home in Congress, AZ.
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