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Catherine Jones Walton, 58, of Palmetto, Fla. passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on March 1, 2013 after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Cathy is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Larry Walton, their daughters, Lauren Walton and Christen Causey, son-in-law, Ryan Causey, grandaughters, Emma Catherine and Bailey Causey, her father, Hamilton Jones, her sister, Candi McClure, and her niece Amanda McClure. She is preceded in death by her beloved mother, Elizabeth Jones. Cathy was born in Sarasota and graduated from Riverview High School. She recieved her B.A. in Early Childhood Education from University of Mississippi, graduating with honors and as a sister in the Kappa Delta sorority. Cathy will be remembered by friends and family for her steadfast faith, and was considered a prayer warrior by many. She relied on strength and grace from the Lord to overcome the odds with dignity, and trusted God with whatever battle she faced. She cherished her friends and family deeply, and also enjoyed sewing, reading, and playing games. She was an active part of her church family, and worked as the Co-Director of WEE World preschool at First Baptist Church of Palmetto. Visitation will be held at First Baptist Church of Palmetto on March 6th from 6-8 p.m. A Celebration of Life will be held on March 7th at 3:00 p.m at First Baptist Church of Palmetto, 1020 4th St. W. 34221. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall. A private burial will be held for the immediate family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cathy Walton Children's Fund in care of First Baptist Church of Palmetto.
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May God bless her family. She is with our Father and is waiting for us with Him. I knew she was saved by the Blood.
Lenny Marnell
Friend
February 27, 2024
Cathy will remain with our family always. She loved and nutured my girls at WEE World. She was a unique and caring individual who gave happiness to hundreds of young children and their families.
Cheri, Rick, Neely and Shea Slawson
March 15, 2013
Love you Larry. Cathy manifested Christ and her works will follow her. Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Bud Long
March 12, 2013
God Bless Cathy. She was an exceptional lady & fun to be around. I loved her laugh & her humor. She is at peace, her faith has brought her to her Reward. God Bless you Larry & your family.
Fane & Kevin Holmes
March 8, 2013
My thoughts and prayers with the family during this difficult time. She was a strong Christian lady --beautiful inside & out.
Gayle Luper
March 8, 2013
Larry, my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Joe Pascale
March 8, 2013
Larry, Christen (and family), and Lauren,
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the Lord's strength be your strength. It's wonderful to take comfort in the fact that this isn't goodbye. We, who know the Lord as our personal saviour, will see her again soon!
Jeff & Lynn Jones
March 8, 2013
Cathy was an awesome woman of God. We pray that our Lord will give you comfort like only He can give in this difficult time and pray that the great memories you shared will be etched on your hearts inspiring you until you see her again in Heaven.
Mike & Hayley Rio
March 7, 2013
Cathy has been a real blessing to our family and the early childhood training she taught to all my grandchildren. What a precious spirit, she will be greatly missed. Much love to the family.You have been blessed to have her in your lives.
Pat Dodson
March 7, 2013
She was a beautiful woman, inside and out. I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Keola Bolles
March 7, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of Cathy's passing. I know she's celebrating with the Lord but she will be greatly missed by all whose lives she touched. My heartfelt sympathy to Larry and the girls.
Sharon Greene
March 7, 2013
Larry & girls,
I'm so sorry to hear about Cathy. She was the most beautiful, kind, loving woman and the Lord's light shown through each time I talked with her. I'm praying for all of you, asking God to uphold, sustain and comfort you through this time of loss. love you!
Carolyn Moyer
March 6, 2013
You were such an amazing person and l looked up to you growing up. Never seen you get mad or upset. You always had a smile on your face. Always was there with open arms for anyone who needed you. Love you and miss you.
Jennifer Coker
March 6, 2013
I will miss Mrs. Cathy's beautiful smile and warm personality. I will be thinking of and praying for the Walton family.
Kailey Tanner
March 6, 2013
what a wonderful woman, you'll always be in my heart.
Ivencia Edme
March 6, 2013
I knew Cathy in high school. She was so cute and had such a wonderful personality and infectious smile. She and Melba Moore and Connie Mason and I were "Bat Girls" for the baseball team when we were seniors. We had so much fun together. Since then, I only saw her at our reunions yet I know she had the same beautiful spirit and love of life that touched the lives of everyone she met. I live in Alaska now and there is an Eskimo legend that states: "Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy." You can be sure that Cathy's star will be one of the loveliest ones up there. Blessings on your family.
Gigi Lynch
March 6, 2013
Larry & Girls....so many lives were blessed by your precious wife and mother and I am one of those. Praying for peace and comfort for you all. Linda Preslar
March 6, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Barbara and Ernest Smith
March 6, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with Larry and the girls at this time. Only God knows how people are better off today because Cathy Walton was an integral part of their lives early on in her ministry at First Baptist Palmetto.
Ken Burton, Jr.
March 6, 2013
What a special woman. She has touched so many lives in ways she never knew. I hope her family finds peace in knowing she served her purpose here and has received the ulimate present. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you
Laura Goforth
March 5, 2013
What a wonderful family to be part of my life during my later years of high school. Cathy touched so many people in her own sweet ways.
Susan Brown-Donatelli
March 5, 2013
I was so sorry to read about the death of my classmate. I will keep the family in prayer.May God bless you all and continue to acknowledge Him as your source of strength.
Carlos Jones
March 5, 2013
We were sad to hear Cathy has left us, but rejoice that she is in the presence of Jesus, Our Savior, smiling, happy and no longer suffering. We pray that God will comfort her family and help them find peace in the many wonderful memories so many of us have of her.
Janet Dewberry
March 5, 2013
LARRY AND GIRLS, YOU HAVE MY SYMPATHY. YOU KNOW SHE IS KNOW AT PEACE SHIRLEY BIGGINS
SHIRLEY BIGGINS
March 5, 2013
Words can not express how sorry I was to hear of Cathy's passing. She was a wonderful person and I know she is now in the arms of our Precious Lord and not suffering anymore. My prayers go out to the precious family for peace and comfort. Kenna Martin
March 5, 2013
Everyone loved Mrs. Cathy! Love and prayers to all of her family. She will be dearly missed.....
Renee Ludwig
March 4, 2013
Cathy's love for God was evident in all that she did. She touched many children's lives in her work and ministry, demonstrating God's love to each of them. She will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you Larry and your family. She has left a wonderful godly legacy in her children and grandchildren.
Keith and Gail Brightbill
March 4, 2013
I will never forget Cathy's care and concern for me when I was diagnosed with cancer. She stepped in and helped my family when we needed it most. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Christi Burton Tillis
March 4, 2013
A beautiful lady and high school friend,you will be missed. My prayers to the family. Know you are in the PRESENCE OF OUR LORD now. God Bless!
Lynnette Moore
March 4, 2013
Cathy's love for her Lord Jesus was seen in everything that she did. She is such a sweet sister in the Lord and I know she heard "Well done, you good and faithful servant, enter into your rest" from our Lord as soon as she took her last breath here on this earth. She is now breathing in the fragrance of Christ and is completely whole. You will be missed, but we will see you soon.
Susan Arnold
March 4, 2013
I am very sad to hear Mrs.Cathy was a great person and one of the best bosses ever and had the biggest heart she willl be greatly missed much love and prayers to the family Melissa kross and family
March 4, 2013
A beautiful lady loved by so many. My heart and prayers are with you all. Praying Our Lord will hold you close in His Mighty but tender arms.
Martie Smith
March 4, 2013
Lauren and coach walton,
I am so sorry to hear about cathy. She was so nice and a beautiful person .. my thoughts and prayer go out to you and your family
Amanda Pavey
March 4, 2013
Mrs. Cathy blessed everyone she met. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Darren Gillett
March 4, 2013
knowing and loving Cathy as my friend these many years has been a true blessing in my life. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her and loved her.
marcia killoran
March 4, 2013
Imagine one of those astonishing double rainbows you see only a few times in life, one that paints its colors across the sky, and you'll have a picture of Cathy Walton's influence in this world.
Melissa Forney
March 4, 2013
Dear Larry and Family,
Cathy was truly an inspiration to me as a profound vessel of the Lord. If others who have walked this earth are as much an example of His presence in their lives as Cathy showed in her life, they will be with her as heros in heaven. She was with Ronnie and I when we needed her witness and I look forward to the time that I will be with Ronnie and Cathy and all the Saints in the glorious resurrection bodies that Christ has promised us. Praise God today and forever.
Lenny Marnell
March 4, 2013
Christen,
Don and I are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a wonderful woman and her legacy will live on through you and her precious grandchildren. Please know that Don and I are praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
Our prayer is that God will bind your brokenheart. That is a promise of His and we are standing on His promise for you and your loved ones.
Love you,
Don and Dana Rutledge
March 4, 2013
I love you my friend, we have had so many wonderful times together. You have been such an inspiration to me. No eye has seen, no ear has heard, what God has prepared for those that love Him.
Vicky Rowe
March 4, 2013
Hamilton,
I am so sad for your loss of Cathy. Even though I had not seen her much over the past few years I have such fond memories of her. I remember Cathy as someone who lit up a room with her pretty blue eyes and great smile.Just like her dad she took a genuine interest in people she met and made them feel comfortable and right at home.I was so glad to read that she was quite active in her church and she was a prayer warrior.She was a genuinely loving and friendly person and she will be truly missed by all who knew her.
Ken Cooper
March 4, 2013
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