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August 9, 1946 - February 7, 2019
Connie and Jay Kapsandy 2-7-19 This is the story of Connie and Jay Kapsandy. Connie's story starts on March 11, 1946, when she was born to Iona May (Wright) and Jack Conrad Krause, in Olympia, Washington. She was the light of her parents' lives, always smiling and loving. Jay's story starts on August 9, 1946, when he was born to Leverne Ruth (Husman) and Julius Kapsandy in Santa Barbara, California. He was the only son, and was the favorite. In 1959, at age 13, their lives crossed. From then on, they were not apart, often sneaking off to be together. In 1965, they were married in a small church in Gull Harbor, Washington. They began their family with the birth of daughter, Dena Rae in 1966, Jaymin Julius in 1968, and Dale James in 1969. In 1971, they moved to their dream property on Lemon Road. Here they instilled the values of country living, respect for others, nature, and love of life. Jay's intelligence, tenacity, and quick wit served him in all aspects of his life. He loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing, playing sports, being a little league baseball coach, and pursued a career as a lineman for the power company. Connie's radiant smile and twinkle in her eye would light up any room. She would greet you with a hug or a firm handshake, she had such a green thumb and could grow anything. Other passions included cooking, painting and connecting with all the animals that crossed her path, especially birds. She dedicated her life to working with kids in all capacities in the North Thurston School District. On February 7th, 2019, Connie and Jay passed away in their sleep during an accidental house fire. They are survived by their daughter Dena Rae (Kapsandy) Green, and sons Jaymin Julius Kapsandy II and wife Heather, and Dale James Kapsandy and wife Julie. They are also survived by their five grandchildren Rebecca and husband Colby, Emily and husband DJ, Jake and fiancee Courtney, Ben, and Ryan; as well as two great-grandchildren Bailey and Ella. Other surviving family members are brother James Krause and sister Cathy Nichols (Dave), along with numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Please join us for a Celebration of Life on March 23rd from 2:00 to 5:00 at Heritage Hall at the Thurston County Fairgrounds. Food will be served.
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Steve Frederickson
Jay and I go back to the third grade at Hazel Valley Elementary. He was one of my best friends through high school and beyond. I didn't meet Connie until we were at Highline, but didn't take a genius to see they were crazy about each other. Jay was an amazing athlete and someone I looked up to. His support gave me the confidence I needed to achieve my goals as a distance runner (it was the only sport where I ever beat him). Jay and Connie were my "home team" when I was in Vietnam, and my adopted family when I got back. My wife and I enjoyed hanging out with the Kapsandy family when they lived in Auburn. I didn't see Jay very much after I gave up hunting, but we still kept in touch via letters and phone calls. The last time I visited them they were both dealing with chronic pain; Jay from a back injury and Connie from a car accident. That was two years ago. Since that time I've been plagued with health issues, chronic pain and PTSD. Instead of supporting a friend, I spent a lot of those two years thinking about and feeling sorry for myself. I was a shitty friend for those two years, and I regret not making more of an effort to contact them. Now its too late. The good die young.
Linda Pompeo (Worden)
I am saddend to see that both Jay and Connie have passed. Both were smiley and pleasant to everyone. I hope their lives were filled with the joy of togetherness.
Two more Pirates gone too soon.
My sincere condolences to the family.