Condolences and very sorry to hear this news. Hope her family can find some peace during this time.

Lynda,

The loss of your sister/best friend is felt by all who knew Kathy. While I didn't see her often. I listened to you talk of your adventures to Cape May, your walks around our neighborhood, your shopping excursions, your Christmases spent together as a family, and of course Emma....our love for animals shared. And so many more precious times and memories. Hold those close to you now and forever.

I'm so glad that Kathy was part of my life. I know she will be missed by so many.

I know words can not take away the pain and loss you are feeling, but I want you to know how much I care. I am here for you ...two shoulders...right across the street.

I believe the loss of a love one truly never dies, but that love is transformed into stars and star dust or the foam and sounds of the oceans waves. I will think of Kathy when I look up at the night sky or when I look out at the sea....

Love, Bonnie

Dear Lynda and Family,

I treasured working with Kathy. We clicked from the first moment we met and I considered her a good friend. We joked, cried and shared our deepest thoughts. Kathy was, without a doubt, one of the best persons I have ever worked with and I will miss her dearly.

Jeanne Marks

I worked side by side with Kathy for many many years since Town & Country opened its doors. We were Thelma & Louise. She was my best friend, although we didn't see each other outside of work often. She knew EVERYTHING about me. My secrets, my hopes, my fears & insecurities, my family, my kids....more than anybody else in my whole life. We had many deep conversations about life, and also about death. I know that Kathy is at peace with her mom, brother, and her dog Emma. For those of us that knew her well, knew she fought death most of her life. She struggled, as we all do, but she truly was one of the strongest people I have ever met in my life! The daily things that are easy for us were difficult for her. We shared many of the same interests. We both loved Steven Tyler, Steve Perry, Classic Rock in general. We liked the same TV shows, King of Queens, Everybody Loves Raymond, Young Sheldon. And things we didn't share, her love of reading, and food. Blah! Because Kathy loved animals SO much, she would never eat meat. Nothing that had eyes. Kathy lived alone, and supported herself, but, I can tell you, she would skip a meal, or spend her last dollar at the dollar store on a box of cereal if she didn't have left overs, bread to feed the squirrels who came back every day for their meals. That is the kind of person Kathy was. She drove the same little car, for 20 plus years, and never splurged on herself. She is an inspiration. She would send my kids a Birthday and Christmas card every year with $5 in it. (just like my grandmother used to do). It meant the world to my kids and me. They adored her like an Aunt. It is so hard to believe that I will never be able to talk to my friend again. I hope she knows how much she meant to me. I loved to make her laugh. And we laughed A LOT! so hard sometimes until we were crying. I will forever miss you Kathy. You have a piece of my heart forever! I are an ANGEL in my eyes. I'm blessed to have known you and know I have one more angel in my corner. Rest easy my friend. Love You! Amy

I have known Kathy for at least 25 years plus thru the vets office. Going back to Dr Madera. Kathy was a wonderful person and would always take the time talk, she truly was a caring person. Kathy will be missed dearly.

Susan Archibald

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Kathy was a treasured friend. We shared a love of concerts, especially Aerosmith. I wish we could go to just one more. Kathy also helped me raise my kids during the toughest years of our lives. She will never be forgotten. Rest easy Kate. We will see you on the other side.

I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Kathy. I have interacted with her at the vet office for over 13 years. She was the nicest and sweetest person and I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. She will be sadly missed.

Malinda

Lynda, There are no words can express how sorry I am for the loss of your best friend and sister, Kathy. Kathy was a loving and caring person with a great sense of humor. She always loved joking with me about you and who was the better sister. She will be greatly missed. Sending you love, strength and comfort. I hope that the memories you built together will help ease your pain.

“What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” ― Helen Keller

Judi

Kathy was one of my daughter’s pre school teachers at The School House in Brookhaven. She was so wonderful with all those kids! She will be greatly missed!

Liz Gragg

Kate was not only a daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, she was more than that. She was my family, though not through blood, but through love. She joined many family vacations, holiday get togethers, weddings, etc. She loved myself and my family through everything. She called and we would talk about anything under the sun, I came to her with my fears and my happiness and she always made me feel better. I remember playing with barbie dolls from her child hood and dressing them in the hand made clothing from her mom. She allowed me to eat buttered noodles or ramen and never forced me to eat things that I didn't want to. Her home, adorned with all things beach and ocean was always so comforting. When I was little she allowed me to try all of her perfumes and lotions, she often sang me frosty the snowman. Her love for animals was shown through the love and care she provided for her own (cats, dogs, fish, you name it), along with her work. I received cards all year round, holidays, friendship cards, and just checking in. If it weren’t for her I would have dreaded checking the mail. Kathy will be missed by everyone who was so lucky to have shared her presence, but never forgotten.