Kathryn's Memory Wall
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Larry, I am very sorry to hear of Kathryn's passing. Our friend Jim Morphey told me of her battle. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Dan Lockwitz
February 5th, 2018 at 12:00am
So sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Larry and his family as I am just learning of this after returning home from a trip. You are in our thoughts and prayers
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Mike Flesner
February 5th, 2018 at 12:00am
To the entire Assell family, this was such a sad moment to hear about. I sincerely send all of my prayers and condolonces. Mrs. Assell, was the epitome of Godly, faithful, amazing, kind hearted women, I’ve ever been only blessed to have known. Her memory will always be carried in my heart, for all she has exemplified, and been. Thanks to the Lord, for the memories made, and the impact she had. Prayers of love and healing to you all.
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Julia Rudolph (Riegel)
February 3rd, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Kathryn , Stephen & Joyce Bove lit a candle.
Today, all those, near and far, must say good bye to Kathy...we are not ready. Just can’t make sense of it, she was the one who always lifted others up, put others first, she brought so much good to the world. Steve and I entered into the Vermont time of Kathy’s life, from that friendship she entered our hearts forever. We will miss you greatly until we share another glass of Port, and a bit of dark chocolate in heaven, Godspeed dear friend. With deepest sympathy to Larry, Dan, Bob, Pat, Carolyn, and family.
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Stephen & Joyce Bove
February 3rd, 2018 at 12:00am
So sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. Had lunch with her on Wednesday’s at the hospital. She always had great things to say about her family and was excited about her move back to Michigan. She was a very generous person.
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Pat Pakulski
February 2nd, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Kathryn , Barbara Kenny lit a candle.
It's been 30 years since we met Kathy, first our neighbor, then beloved friend. Though our time in each other's lives was only a few years, the memories we made have lived on and we speak of them often. Kathy had an amazing gift; she could light up a room with her smile! Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Larry, Dan, Bob, Patrick, and Carolyn. We know she has a special place in heaven. Love, Rob and Barb
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Barbara Kenny
February 2nd, 2018 at 12:00am
We were very saddened to hear of Kathy's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this difficult time.
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Cathie Smith and Ed Smith
February 2nd, 2018 at 12:00am
Larry, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Kevin Gentry
February 2nd, 2018 at 12:00am
Larry my Sincere Sympathy to you and your family. Gods Blessings.
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Joanne Parrish
February 2nd, 2018 at 12:00am
I was so sad to learn of Kathy's death. I met Kathy at UVM Medical Center and always looked forward to the days that she would be volunteering. Kathy had such a genuine kindness about her and filled the space with joy. She was so proud of her family and spoke of them often. She gave so much to others and I am grateful for having known her, even in a small way. My sincerest condolences to her family, as I know you must be missing her terribly.
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Ali
February 1st, 2018 at 12:00am
So sorry to learn of Kathy's passing!!!....had lunch many, many Wednesdays at the ibm medical center when we volunteered. We shared together stories of family and the building of her dream house, and going back to the midwest....please accept my sincere condolences to all of you she loved so dearly!! Colette Ozarowski
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Colette Ozarowski
February 1st, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Kathryn , David & Patricia Luster lit a candle.
"May the roads rise up to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
May the rains fall soft upon fields
And until we meet again
May God hold you in the palm of his hand"
Our deepest sorrow for your loss,
David & Patricia Luster
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David & Patricia Luster
February 1st, 2018 at 12:00am
Mrs. Assell is fondly remembered by many of us at Lake Michigan Catholic Elementary School. She was gracious, and treated everyone she encountered at school - adults and children alike - with warmth and kindness.
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Jan Mathews
February 1st, 2018 at 12:00am
Larry, My condolence to you and your family, you all will be in my prayers
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Jim Wells
February 1st, 2018 at 12:00am
Larry, My condolence to you and your family, you all will be in my prayers.
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Jim Wells
February 1st, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Kathryn , Ed and LuAnn Koch lit a candle.
Dear Larry and family, we were so saddened to read of Kathy's passing. She'll be remembered always for her smile, her laugh, and especially her kind, loving nature. Father Dan Jordan is now our Pastor and he prayed for her at Mass this morning and will be saying a Mass for her at 10:30 am on Sunday, February 25th, at our request. Please know that we and the IHM Prayer Chain are praying for all of you during this difficult time. May God be with you. Much love, Ed and LuAnn Koch
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Ed and LuAnn Koch
February 1st, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Kathryn , Joelyn Niggel lit a candle.
Carolyn,
I was so saddened to see your mother's obit in the Burlington Free Press. She was a wonderful woman who always had a warm smile for everyone. May she rest in peace.
I am so glad you moved to Michigan and were able to spend time with your family. I know how much family meant to you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Joelyn Niggel
February 1st, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Kathryn , Chris and Patricia Keough lit a candle.
Larry, Some people have a profound, positive affect on our lives even when we know them for a relatively short time. Kathy was the type of person who enriched our lives whenever we were around her. Her loving personality brought smiles to faces, and the joy of friendship. Even though we are separated by time and space, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. God bless you all.
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Chris and Patricia Keough
February 1st, 2018 at 12:00am
Larry, My condolence to you and your family, you will be in my prayers.
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Paul Hebert
February 1st, 2018 at 12:00am
To all the Assells, we are deeply saddened by the loss your beloved Kathy, a beautiful wife, mother, and grandmother. To that list, we add... friend. It was an honor and a blessing to have her in our lives. We are better people for knowing her. She helped shape the lives and personalities of sweet and zany Lilly and Emma and they, along with Bob, Pat, Dan.and Carolyn, are her beautiful legacy. We regret that we will be out of the country or we would be there. Thinking of you at this sad time. Karin and Dave
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Karin and Dave Ericson
February 1st, 2018 at 12:00am
Larry and Family,
I was very sadden to learn of Kathy's passing. I had the opportunity to work with Kathy on the Breakfast with Santa fundraiser for Joseph's house. I will remember her with lots of children, cookies and frosting surrounding her as she so easily gave a warm smile and gentle encouragement. Prayers to you all during this most difficult time.
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Veronica Beauregard
February 1st, 2018 at 12:00am
Larry and Family,
We saw Kathy's obituary today in the Free Press, and we are so sorry for your loss. Kathy was such a kind and giving person. We will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
George and Barbara Demas
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George Demas
February 1st, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Kathryn , Bob & Anne LaForest lit a candle.
Larry, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Bob & Anne LaForest
January 31st, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Kathryn , Maggie Elian lit a candle.
Bob and Family,
My deepest sympathies for your loss.
Maggie
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Maggie Elian
January 31st, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Kathryn , Bob Brown lit a candle.
Larry and family,
Our deepest sympathies to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Bob and Mary-Ellen Brown
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Bob Brown
January 31st, 2018 at 12:00am
Kathy’s smile and her eyes could warm up an entire room. God bless her in heaven and her family. We will miss her so much. We love you all.
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Megan & Doug Hogan
January 30th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Kathryn , Tom Green lit a candle.
God thank you for sharing Kathy with us.
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Tom Green
January 30th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Kathryn , Tom Green lit a candle.
Kathy is one of the best, she’s a loving wife, mother and friend. God, thank you for sharing her with us.
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Tom Green
January 30th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Kathryn , Nancy Galea lit a candle.
Kathy was my best friend. We laughed together, cried together and prayed for each other’s children.
When I had knee surgery, Kathy made me a “smile sack” filled with hand made heart cut-outs and on each one she wrote a special memory of our almost 30 year friendship. I was to read one whenever I needed a “pick me up”. All those memories and more will forever be written on my heart. I Love you, Kathy. Nancy
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Nancy Galea
January 30th, 2018 at 12:00am
Dear Lord you are with all due respect an Indian giver. You gave us Kathy, the most loving,giving, and kind person you could ever put on this earth and now you have called her back early to be with you in Heaven. We don’t blame you! Thank you for giving her to us! There will never be another Kathy!
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Mark Galea
January 30th, 2018 at 12:00am
