Kathleen E. Morton

Kathleen E. Morton

Kathleen Morton Obituary

Published by Bliley's Funeral Home Central Chapel from Sep. 20 to Sep. 21, 2008.
MORTON, Kathleen E., 55, of Richmond, went into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, September 17, 2008 after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband of 33 years, Jim; three daughters, Amy Morton, Jill McGehee and her husband, Brian, and Kathleen Morton; a sister, Susan Costanza; a brother, Buddy Foster; her mother-in-law, Joan Morton; and many other loving family members and friends. She was a longtime employee of Stuart Medical (now Bosley) and retired as a Clinical Supervisor and was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and member of St. Mary's Prayer Wheel. Kathleen will always be remembered for her beautiful smile, infectious laugh, and most of all, her caring way. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Bliley's-Central Chapel, 3801 Augusta Ave., where a Christian Wake will be held 7 p.m. Sunday. Mass of the Resurrection will be held 10 a.m Monday at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Interment Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to or your participation in the Race for Breath, www.active.com/donate/raceforbreath08/breathinghopeformom.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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September 16, 2020

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September 5, 2009

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March 17, 2009

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Peggy Palma

September 16, 2020

In these crazy times we miss your infectious smile and laugh .... in the quiet times we miss your presence ... please continue to have your angel wings watch over your family and friends always .. Forever in my heart and prayers . Peggy Palma

September 5, 2009

One year is almost here.
I know Kathleen is an angel watching over her family and friends.
Forever in my heart and prayers.
Peggy Palma

Peggy Palma

March 17, 2009

On St. Patricks Day.....
Thinking of Kathleen....
May God hold her family in the palm of His hand.
Sincerely,

Margaret (Peggy) McVeigh-Palma

November 29, 2008

To The Family Of Kathleen,
I remember how much Kathleen
Loved Thanksgiving. I am thankful
for the gift of Kathleen in my life. Her presence touched so many in such a joyful way. May God hold each of you in the palm of His hand always. Sincerely, Peggy Palma

Connie Foster-Bishop

October 4, 2008

To the Morton and Foster Families:
May you all find peace over the months to come in the loss of Kathleen.
You are in our prayers daily.

Jim Montague

October 4, 2008

Dear Jimmy, Amy, Jill and Brian, Kathleen, Buddy, Susan, Mrs. Morton,and all family and friends,

The world has truly lost an "Angel" on Earth when Kathleen left us.All of our hearts are broken and life will never be the same without Kathleen's gentle spirit, her laughter, her singing, her compassion, and her sense of loyalty to family and friends.
We will never ever forget our beloved Kathleen and how she made all our lives so much better. She taught me how to live happier and not to worry so much. Thw world was a better place with Kathleen in it. I know she is in Heaven with Uncle Bud, Aunt Kay, Poppy and Nanny and they are all singing and laughing.

Love,
Jim

Nancy Whisler

October 2, 2008

Dear Jimmy, Amy, Jill, Brian, and Kathleen, I am so saddened by the loss of Kathleen. You all have been in my prayers. Kathleen was a beautiful lady with a darling laugh and a great back up singer. She was always laughing when ever I saw her, and she loved her family so . My deepest condolences to all of you.

dianne wodarski

September 28, 2008

dear jimmy and family. I was so saddened by the loss of such a beautiful woman as kathy was. I have such wonderful memories of she and I working together on spellman 5. Kathy will be remembered for her fabulous smile and that contagious laugh. She was a wonderful nurse, friend and someone who will be in my heart forever. It is a huge loss. My prayers are with you all . Dianne goggi wodarski.

Eileen Delasandro-Levi

September 27, 2008

Dear Jim, I am so very sorry to hear about Kathleen. My Aunt Marian and Uncle Stan called me this morning when they read the Advance online. I am sorry that we had not stayed in touch over time. The last time we visited, Amy was only 7 mos. old. Whenever I think of fun teenage years, smiling, singing Kathleen comes first to mind. We had such good times at school, hanging out and at the Foster's house on Delafield. You two were not only the first to be married of our friends, but were the model of a great marriage. Please express my condolences to Susan and Buddy. Take care, Jim.

Eileen Delasandro Levi

Peggy McVeigh-Palma

September 27, 2008

Dear Jim,
Amy, Jill and Kathleen,
My heart was broken today when I read about Kathleen in the S.I. Advance. As she will forever live in
your hearts so shall she live in mine.
Every Christmas.. I think of when we sang the Christmas Song thru the intercom for all the Patients on Spellman 5. She was a great daughter,sister, wife, Mom and Friend to soooo many.
May the strength and wings of the angels carry you thru the days ahead.
With love and deepest sympathy
Peggy Palma

John Montague IV

September 26, 2008

To the Morton and Foster families, my sincerest condolences on the loss of Kathleen. She was a beautiful lady and will be greatly missed by all.

Amy Durkin

September 23, 2008

Amy,

I am so sorry to hear about your mother. May God send down his Angels now to comfort you and your family during your time of sorrow. Hold on to the memories of your mother in your heart.

You are in my prayers.

Love,
Amy Durkin

Laura Weaver

September 22, 2008

Jill, Kathleen, Amy, and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss, and wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Your mom was such a neat and caring lady, she will be greatly missed.

Mary Ann and Bill Grove

September 22, 2008

Amy and Family: We have lost parents in the past, so we know the void that such a loss creates. As someone once wrote, "Other things may change, but we start and end with family." How true! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

Mary Montague

September 22, 2008

My deepest sympathy to the Morton family. Kathleen was always so kind to me whenever we met. I will remember her as she was when I last saw her...smiling and dancing at her daughter's wedding. May God bless and keep you close, Kathleen.

Pam Wiles

September 22, 2008

To the Morton Family & Amy-
I was so sorry to hear about your Mom. You and your family are in my thoughts.

Leigh Ann Shane

September 21, 2008

To The Morton Family:
Kathleen was such a precious lady and she certainly touched my life, as she touched everyone who knew her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kathleen Morton

September 20, 2008

I love you Mom. I'll miss you.

Jennifer Salvador

September 20, 2008

My name is Jennifer Salvador. I worked with Kathleen for 4 years! She was amazing! She is a true angel from God. I will always remember her singing in the lab, smiling and her contagious laugh!! She will be truely missed but NEVER forgotten!! I love you Kathleeney..

Laurie Gorham

September 20, 2008

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Laurie Meadows

September 20, 2008

Dear Kat and the Morton family, just wanted to tell you how sorry I am that your precious mom has passed away, and let you know I am thinking of you with sympathy. Sincerely, Laurie

Jenny Gould

September 20, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who knew and loved Kathleen.

Jack Montague

September 20, 2008

We will all miss Kathleen's smile and her kindness. Our hearts go out to her family.

Jennifer Taney-Robertson

September 20, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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