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KATHLEEN WOFSY Obituary
KATHLEEN PERNA WOFSY
On Saturday, February 22, 2014, of Rockville, MD. Beloved wife of Paul L. Wofsy; mother of Kylie DiMaio Wofsy; daughter of Fred and Ruth Perna; sister of Joann Foellmer (Don), Fred Perna, Jr. (Diane) and Pauline Burge (Rick). Also survived by other loving family and friends. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), on Wednesday, February 26, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Shrine of St. Jude, 12701 Veirs Mill Road, Rockville, MD, on Thursday, February 27, 2014 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the National Cancer Institute, 9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20892. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for KATHLEEN WOFSY
Ann Marie Bocus
February 18, 2025
Continued Prayers for the family.
Ann Marie Bocus
February 19, 2023
Think of you always. Continued Blessings to all of you.
Ann Marie Bocus
February 18, 2022
Kathleen will always be in our memories. I can picture her smiling face. Continued Blessings to the family
March 23, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of kathleen. it has been many years since i have seen her,yet i have a lot of memories. Our hearts are with you and the family always. Janet Spellbring Councill
American Cancer Fund
March 9, 2014
The staff of American Cancer Fund® at www.AmericanCancerFund.org is sorry to hear of Kathleen's passing. We have received a memorial donation in her name and our sincere condolences go out to her family.
March 4, 2014
Thoughts and Prayers with you at this time.
Always enjoyed the company of Paul n Kathy-
Barbara and Andrew McAleer and Andrew R
March 2, 2014
Paul, Kathy called to tell me about Kathleen, and I want you to know how sorry I am for your loss. She was such a great person. I have many fond memories of working with her in Badham's office. My love to you and Kylie and her family. Louise Willett Johnson
Sandy Farley (McGaw)
February 28, 2014
I love the picture of Kathy on the Mass booklet. I will never forget her beautiful smile and contagious laugh. Her loving ways live on in her beautiful family. I feel honored to have met you all over the past few days.
Joe and Rita Cardillo
February 28, 2014
Dear Fred, Ruth and Family
Please accept our deepest sympathy over losing Kathleen. We would have been with you these past days had we known. We are sure that she is with God and praying for us. Love, Joe and Rita Cardillo
Maxine Siegel
February 27, 2014
Pauline and family,
Sending my deepest sympathies. Keep your sister/wife/mom close to your heart and she will always be with you.
Cam Tidwell
February 27, 2014
I am sorry for your loss.
Maria (Corrigan) Shumaker
February 26, 2014
We will be praying for Paul, Kylie and family. I am so sorry for your loss. May Kathleen rest in peace and let perpetual light shine upon her.
Chris P.
February 26, 2014
Our Deepest sympathies. Ms. Wofsy was our daughters' first communion teacher few years ago at St.Jude's. We will miss her greatly.
Kathleen Conway
February 26, 2014
Paul and Kylie, our hearts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please let us know if there is anything at all that we can do.
Ellen Caldeira
February 26, 2014
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Paul and Kylie. We will always remember Kathy as a very nice and caring neighbor.
Margarete Levy
February 26, 2014
Dear Paul, Kylie and family,
Heartfelt sympathy on your loss. I'm certain Arthur would have joined me in sending our support and love in your sorrow. May every good memory bring love, comfort, and blessings.
Love.....Margarete Levy
February 26, 2014
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of Kathleen, a true dearheart, a loving and kind person who added joy to everyone who knew her. No doubt God was ready to call her home after a job well done here on earth.
Much Love,
Jay and Maryrose
Kim Doolan
February 26, 2014
Mike and I are very sad about Kathleen's passing. We send love and prayers to Paul, Kylie, Aunt Ruth, Uncle Fred and our cousins.
AJ Miles
February 26, 2014
With my deepest sympathy,and prayers and sincere condolences to both the Perna and Wofsy families. i am a co-worker of Fred Perna Jr.
February 25, 2014
Paul and Kylie, our thoughts and hearts are with you. Know that you are in our prayers.
Melanie Corless & Family
Agnes Reid
February 25, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all, as I will always remember Kathleen with my children at Hearst School and a friendship that grew for many years. My God Bless you & the wonderful memories sustain you during this difficult time.
Love, Agnes Reid & family
February 25, 2014
Paul and Kylie:
Our hearts and prayers go out to you. Please know that we loved Kathy and will continue to be with you during your time of need.
Love always,
Benjie, Margo, Tiffanie and Mikaela Spencer
February 25, 2014
Paul,
Very sorry for your terrible loss. Kathy was a very nice lady.
Ron Schell
Ann Marie Bocus
February 25, 2014
May the love of God be with you both. My deepest and sincere sympathy.
Ann Marie Bocus (Parent of former St Jude Catholic School)
February 25, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the Perna and Wofsy families. I grew up with Kathleen and she was always full of fun. Hank and Fran Molinengo and Hank's mother Frances Molinengo
Kareen Pierre
February 25, 2014
Dear Paul and Kylie,
May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time. Kathy's smiles, stories, handshakes has always brought joy everytime she went to the pharmacy. We will continue to honor her memory and have you in our prayers.
Jerry Mills
February 25, 2014
So sorry to hear of your loss, Paul. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kareen Pierre
February 25, 2014
Paul and Kylie,
May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time . Kathy's smiles, stories , handshakes has always brought joy everytime she went to the pharmacy. We will continue to honor her memory and have you in all our prayers.
Kareen Pierre
February 25, 2014
Paul and kylie , may the comfort of God help you during this difficult time. Kathy's smiles, handshakes, stories has always brought joy everytime she went by the pharmacy. We Will continue to honor her memory and have you in all our prayers.
Donna and Mike Massino
February 25, 2014
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes your treasure. We will treasure Kathleen forever! Love from Mike and Donna Massino
Rob and Melissa Liberatore
February 24, 2014
To the Perna Family,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and the Wofsy family during this trying time. With much love..
Vanita Ratti Smith
February 24, 2014
To Paul, Kylie, Aunt Ruth, Uncle Fred & Family:
My heart goes out to all of you. I loved Kathleen so much and have wonderful childhood memories of her.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Silvia & John Hill
February 24, 2014
To Paul, Kylie and the Perna family...John and I send our deepest sympathy at the passing of Kathleen. She was a very special person and will be missed by many. We feel so fortunate to have known her. May the wonderful memories of your time together help you through your sorrow. Our prayers and thoughts. Silvia & John Hill
Heidi McAuliffe
February 24, 2014
Dear Paul and Kylie, we will miss Kathy at St. Jude's so much. She was someone you could always count on for a smile and a hug, each and every day. I will keep your family in my prayers,
Romano Ratti Jr.
February 24, 2014
With our deepest sympathy, our thoughts, prayers and sincere condolences to both the Perna and Wofsy families. Romano Ratti Jr. and family
Mark Kornmann
February 24, 2014
Paul & Kylie - my deepest sympathies; we had a lot of fun together over the years on both coasts! Regret not being able to come back for the service; will catch up w/you in June; I'll miss the political repartee w/her a lot.
Bob Anne Kelsey Colin Rood
February 24, 2014
Dear Paul, Kylie and the entire Perna Clan:
We are so sorry for your loss. Kathy was such an important part of our lives and we will miss her every day.
Laura Linsao
February 24, 2014
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will love you and miss you always, especially your hugs & kisses each time we met.
Dennis McCarthy
February 24, 2014
to the perna and wofsy families, i am so sorry for your loss. i knew kathy years ago and will always keep the memories of her in my heart.
Finnis Stull
February 24, 2014
Mrs. & Mrs. Fred Perna Sr,
Please accept my sincere prayers on the passing of your beloved daughter Mrs. Kathleen Wofsy. May the angels surround your family and give you comfort. I am a co-worker of your son Fred Perna Jr. Sincerly..
February 24, 2014
Kathy,
You were a special person and bright light in our neighborhood. We love you and our heart goes out to your family at this time. Love, The Washingtons
Catherine Seng
February 24, 2014
We are so saddened by the loss of Kathleen. To Kylie, Paul, Aunt Ruth, Uncle Fred, Joanne, Fred and Pauline we send our deepest condolences and prayers. Love to you all, Catherine, David, Colin & Lilly, Seth and the little Seng's (Caillyn, Christopher Connor & ??). "He will overshadow thee with his shoulders: and under his wings thou shalt trust." Psalms 90.4
Regina Abate
February 24, 2014
Dear Aunt Ruth, Uncle Fred & family, our love goes out to all of you. I was so saddened to hear of Kathleen's passing. She was a special person and she will be missed. With deepest sympathy, love the Abate's, Regina, Peter, Angel Jessica, Christa, Elena, Gina & Isaac. "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal".
Barbara Evans
February 24, 2014
Kathleen was a special soul. I am greatfull to have shared in part of her life. Our hearts go out to you at this time of such great loss. Much love - Barbara, Clay & the girls.
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