Kathryn Diane Manuelito, 73, passed away on February 29, 2020. Dr. Manuelito was a mentor, teacher, administrator, director of federal and state grants, Assistant Professor of Curriculum and Instruction at ASU, professor at the University of New Mexico; consultant to school districts; professional development trainer; researcher in Indian and Navajo education; presenter/speaker/facilitator at the local, national, and international level; served on numerous educational boards; and a published author in professional educational journals and books. Kathryn is survived by her husband, Laurence Manuelito, Sr., two children, six grandchildren and two siblings as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her eldest son. A celebration of life service and reception will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, March 12, 2020 at University Presbyterian Church located at 139 E Alameda Dr. in Tempe, AZ. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made in Kathryn's honor to Celebration of Life Church in Mesa, AZ for their numerous outreach projects. (Source: Arizona Republic)