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Catherine PATE Obituary


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PATE, Catherine May age 58 of Middletown, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, March 21, 2013 at her residence. She was born May 1, 1954 in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of John Hutchens and Alice (Henderson) Hutchens. Catherine was a school nurse at John XXIII Catholic Elementary School, and an active member of First Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Dr. Kenton Pate; two daughters, Elizabeth Pate of Middletown, Abigail Pate of Cincinnati; one son, John K. Pate of Perth, United Kingdom; one granddaughter, Natalie; two brothers, David Fuller of Akron, Ohio, John Hutchens of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio; and ten nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be 12:00 Noon, Monday at the First Baptist Church with Reverend Ken Fey officiating. Visitation will be from 4-7:00 PM, Sunday at the Breitenbach-McCoy-Leffler Funeral Home. Burial will be at the Woodside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Be The Match, 3001 Broadway Street N.E., Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55413. A guestbook is available at www.breitenbachfuneralhome.com.

Published by Journal-News on Mar. 23, 2013.
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Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Josh, Mandy, Carissa, and Jake Van Cleave

March 27, 2013

Cathy was so smart, sweet, and accepting of those around her. Our condolences to Kenton and your family.
Greg & Dianne Gerber

March 27, 2013

Cathy had a strength and spirit unmatched by anyone I know. She was an inspiration to those of us who were in tap dance class with her. I will always think of Cathy when I am tapping.

Shawna Collins

March 25, 2013

Dr. Pate and Family - Our hearts are broken for you with the loss of someone so precious to so many...

Sheree & Jeff Jarrett

March 25, 2013

Cathy was a wonderful person and nurse at John XXIII - she always looked out for my two boys' interest and health as she did for all of her students. She will be missed. Our sincere condolences to your family for your loss.

The Johns' - a John XXIII Family

March 25, 2013

So sorry, prayers for the family

Dawn Gabbard Henderson

March 24, 2013

You are an inspiration to many. We will miss you, thank you for being a part of John XXIII.

John XXIII parent

March 24, 2013

Dr. Pate and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers and thoughts.

The Sparks Family

March 24, 2013

John I am very sorry for the loss of your sister. She left this world too soon. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Blair Lias

March 24, 2013

Dr, Pate, John, Lizzy, and Abby,
I am so sorry for your loss. Take comfort in knowing that she was a great wife, mother, and grandmother. I will help keep her memory alive and remind Natalie how much she loved her.
Love Aunt Bobbi, Mark, and Phillip Lovely

March 23, 2013

we send our love and deepest sympathy to KENTON,JOHN,LIZZY,ABBY and NATALIE.may GOD comfort you.

JERRY and LORETTA RHODES

March 23, 2013

Mrs. Pate was a comfort and a kind word for the students of John 23. Our thoughts and prayers for the family.

John XXIII Family

March 23, 2013

Prayers for the entire Pate family.
Angie Fierman and girls

March 23, 2013

dear family, John and Faye Hutchens and Family send all of you are deepest sympathy. We always remember Cathy she was a lovely person. Love always

John+Faye Hutchens

March 23, 2013

Lizzy and family, we are so sorry that you have lost the heart of your family. Mrs. Pate was such a sweet person and I know you will miss her so much. All of you are in our prayers. Ed and Liz Mintus and Laura Zornes

March 23, 2013

We pray for God's peace for your family during this difficult time.

Lawhorn Family

March 23, 2013

My heart goes out to the Pate family. Your in our prayers.

Jane Mitchell

March 23, 2013

Our thoughts, prayers and warmest regards to Kenton and family. May God's love and the beauty of a life well-lived bring you peace and comfort.

Bob & Sandie Womack

March 23, 2013

We remember her as a wonderful, warm, compassionate person. May she enjoy rest in the presence of Our Lord.

John XXIII Parent

March 23, 2013

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