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Cathy Gousetis Obituary

Cathy Lynn Gousetis Galesburg Formerly of Lansing, Cathy Gousetis passed away Saturday, April 11 at home under the care of Hospice with her family at her side. With her last breath it was comforting to know she has gone to be with the Lord whom she loved so much. Cathy loved her grandchildren and always put family first. She loved sewing, crafts, camping and covered thousands of miles in Michigan with her husband exploring every dirt road and peaceful picnic lunches in quiet places. She lived in Florida most recently where she enjoyed Scuba diving with her soul mate, Nick. During her illness, Nick and Cathy moved back to Michigan to be closer to family and she was a member of Galesburg United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents. Surviving are her husband of 35 years, Nick; 2 daughters, Angie (Donnie) Lewis and Kristen (Josh) Blom; son, Tom Christopher; 5 grandchildren, Emerson Lewis, Tayler and Andrew Blom, Tommy and Brianna Gousetis; sister-in-law, Pam Thomas; 2 brothers, Larry (Vickie) and Doug (Kathy); many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held Saturday, April 17, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Hope United Methodist Church, 501 E. Mt. Hope, Lansing. A memorial visitation will be held Thursday from 6-8 p.m. and Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. Friends desiring may make contributions to Sparrow Home Hospice, Sparrow Foundation, P.O. Box 30480, Lansing 48909 in memory of Cathy. Online condolences may be made at www.gorslineruncimanlansing.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Apr. 14, 2010.

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April 16, 2010

Nick anf Family,
Our prayers and condlences are with you all. I pray that God's strength carries you through this trying time. May God continue to bless and keep you in His loving arms.

Bridget Watts and Marquise Manns II

April 15, 2010

Nick...
We are thinking of you today in you time of struggle and so honored to have known you and Cathy. We have so many fond memories of the two of you (around that campfire)...May God hold your hand along this journey and may he strengthen you with his faithfulness and compassion.
Love, Jerry and Tiffany Schneiderand family(Bath, MI)

Larry Thomas III

April 14, 2010

Dear Uncle Nick and Family,

I am thinking of each and everyone of you during this very difficult time. Aunt Cathy was an amazing women with style and class all her own. She will be missed and always remembered. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Love Larry Thomas- Lake Worth, Fl

Bob and Karen McPhilamy

April 14, 2010

Nick and Family, So sorry to hear of Cathy's death, I spoke with Judy Gkonos today and we all send our prayers and sympathy. Bob and Karen McPhilamy

April 14, 2010

Dear Nick and family,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Cathy was not just a co-worker, a boss, she was a genuine friend. She was a dear source of inspiration to me, and I will never forget her. My thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow. May you take comfort in knowing an angel is now watching over you.
With prayers for you and your family,
Kimberlee Green (Levandusky)

Samantha (Sam) LaMacchia

April 14, 2010

Dear Nick and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Cathy was a wonderful woman. I enjoyed having her as my boss and getting to know her as a person. She was a special woman and a wonderful friend. I consider myself lucky having had the privelege of meeting and knowing her. I hope you find comfort in all of your beautiful memories.

April 14, 2010

Dear Nick,
Cathy was a lovely lady and wonderful person. Please know we have you in our in our hearts & in our prayers. We ask that God comfort you, giving you peace & love. You will always be part of the St. Andrew's family. Barbara & Michael Heaton

Jeff Lorencen

April 14, 2010

Nick, your angel in life is now your angel in heaven. Let all the good memories guide you through your grief. Everything happens for a reason which we will not know while we are on this earth. My love a prayers go out to you.

Jerry and Ronni Scott

April 14, 2010

Nick, we are not present with you today, but we are with you in Spirit. May the joy and peace of the Lord continue to strengthen and encourage you and your wonderful family. Our hearts are one with you, sharing the burden of your grief. All our love, Jerry and Ronni

Pam Haan

April 14, 2010

Nick, Angie, Kristen, Tommy, Pam, Doug and Larry,
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of a very special lady. May you feel God's loving arms surrounding you giving strength and comfort.
Pam, Cal, Andrew, Emily and Michael Haan

Jim & Jodi Bressette

April 13, 2010

Nick & family, we are so saddened to hear of Cathy's passing. She was such a beautiful soul! Jim and I find comfort in all of the wonderful memories of great times spent with great friends at our place our yours during our time together in Florida. May you all find comfort in sharing your memories of the beauty that was Cathy's life in her much to brief time with us on earth. Know that the Lord is with you in your grief to share the burden. We love you will keep you in our prayers. With deepest sympathy....

April 13, 2010

Dear Nick and family, Our arms embrace you and we are with you in thought in this very difficult time. Cathy was full of life and very strong. She has gone home where we will all see her again. IWe are here for you.
Love, Eric and Lori Abbott

Theresa & Dan Powell

April 13, 2010

Nick, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

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