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KATE BROGAN-DIBOS Obituary
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Jennifer (Henderson) Doyle
June 28, 2011
God bless you, my wonderful teacher. You brought laughter and wisdom into my troubled teenage life, and yours is the voice I still hear, sixteen years later,when I remember your lessons on marriage and children. It gives me some small comfort to know that you passed on the same day as my dad. He's heard so much about you through the years. I believe you are both in heaven now, and that you are making him laugh. Class of '95.
June 25, 2011
What a wonderful life Kathy (I knew her as Kathy) had - we enjoyed some really fun times going to Laguna Beach after our highschool days...she always brought laughter and a joyous spirit and will light the heavens with her beautiful soul. I always felt that to be born a child of Kathy's would indeed be the BEST!!! My love and prayers to her family.
Joanie Bracken Blanchard
Megan Moutaw
June 20, 2011
What an amazing lady! I was inspired by her amazing way of teaching and reaching out to kids. I will never forget the Norsery and all the great times with her at Valhalla! She will be missed!!
Wendy Polesky
June 20, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Kate's family at this difficult time. Kate touched so many lives and I consider myself lucky to have known her.
Elaine Thornton/Scattergood
June 17, 2011
Bless your family at this time. I've been looking at my old Santana yearbooks since reading the notice in the paper. My youngest son just graduated from West Hills yesterday. Mrs. Finley as she was known back then was a delightful teacher and we actually had fun in her class as we gained knowledge. She was a beautiful woman and I'm sure she made a difference in many peoples lives. I'm truly lucky to have had her as a teacher. Took her classes in '75 or '76.
Santana Class of '77
June 17, 2011
Jerry, We were so sorry to hear of Kate's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family. David and Jan Lund.
Michelle King (Class of 89)
June 17, 2011
Kate, you have touched us, taught us, and loved us. For this I am forever grateful. You told us we could have it all… Family, love, careers, and all in great shoes! You told us we deserved the best. You prepared us for having children, and what to do once they actually got here! You were honest, and we all felt a sense of safety with you. You made us laugh, even at ourselves. You cried with us through losses of your own as well as ours. You broke down barriers… we were all equal when the classroom doors closed behind you. You taught us to hold our heads high, go forth, and conquer. This world is a better place because of you. Thank you for sharing so much of yourself…
Love and prayers to your family during this time.
Blake Woods
June 17, 2011
Kate will be remembered always by the hundreds of young lives she's touched throughout her years teaching. She will be missed by all, but her spirit and smile will live forever in our hearts.
Jill Brogan
June 16, 2011
A Sister-In-Law beyond compare! Your style, spirit, and enthusiasm for life, family, and friends have been a shining example for all of us. There is a huge void in our lives without you, but you helped raise seven wonderful children who will carry your torch forward (not to mention the countless students you have nurtured into adulthood). Rest in Peace and play some bridge with Mom and Dad!
Krissy Filloon Rattray
June 16, 2011
Ms. Dibos- you were a fantastic teacher with a huge heart. You believed in all your students and inspired them to believe in themselves. You will truely be missed.
Sara Watrus (Bishop)
June 16, 2011
I was so sad to hear of your passing. You were a wonderful teacher who made learning fun! You were so full of energy and always willing to share stories about your life experiences with us. You inspired me to want work with Children and make a difference in their lives. Thank you! You will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
June 16, 2011
Kate was an incredible spirit whose light will be greatly missed. She touched so many lives and will be remembered always in our hearts. Jared and I have been blessed by sharing in her light. Kathleen and Jared Shelton (Spring Valley, CA)
julene and brent kertzman
June 16, 2011
kate,you inspired so many lives,you were the teacher we all looked up to and guided through all the trials and tribulations of high school.brent and i still talk about the chili contest.he won and the following year i won .we have been together and married 19 years now and we are still talking about that.we all loved you .you are what the true meaning of teacher is.Your legacy will last forever in the lives of all you touched.
Ann Marie Daley
June 16, 2011
Mrs. Dibos was one of those incredible teachers you never forget. She made learning so much fun. Dibos Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Vita Crimi-Schow
June 15, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss.Kate was the type teacher that makes you look back on high school and smile. She's the one you remember and tell your own kids about. I can honestly say she was my favorite teacher. She touched so many lives and was loved by everyone that had the pleasure of sitting in her classroom. She will be missed.
Margie Carroll
June 15, 2011
Kate was an extraordinary, faith-filled woman and a source of LIGHT, LOVE, and LAUGHTER to everyone whose lives she touched. Our earthly loss is definitely heaven's gain. No doubt, she is teaching all the angels to do an Irish jig. Thanks, Kate, for the GIFT that you were and ARE to all of us.
Gina Murillo
June 15, 2011
she will truly be missed1 What an amazing woman and teacher!!!
Manny Sanchez
June 15, 2011
Mike,
I remember your mom helping us out with our 8th grade science project when we were at St. Pat's. We did the solar system, with styrofoam balls & wires.
May she rest in peace, and my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. I hope you are well.
Kelly Morrissey-Daniel
June 15, 2011
How can you forget such a wonderful teacher? Always direct and honest, funny and kind. My dad called this morning to tell me the news and the Valhalla memories came flooding back. You will be missed by so many.
Melissa Sherry-Fitzwater
June 15, 2011
Kate's incredible and interesting life journey seems to have ended a little too soon. Much love to my confirmation sponsor and her incredibly supportve family, you are in my thoughts!
Doug Babington
June 15, 2011
Dibos family, It was an honor to work with your mom. She truly inspired many teacher and students at Valhalla. I am very sad for your loss.
Susie Edgerton-Hof
June 15, 2011
Our love and prayers go out to the Dibos family. We know that Kate is the loveliest new Angel in Heaven and she will continue to watch over each and every one of you with her wonderful love, knowledge, and grace.
Jamie Roach
June 15, 2011
I love you Kate ! And Dibos/Ryan/Schaeffer/Skinner Family. Love and thank you for such a well-written capture of Kate's contribution and message to us all
Marin Yaple Mejia
June 15, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. Kate was an amazing human being, a wonderful dear friend, an incredible teacher (not just in the classroom), and a great role model for all the young women who made their way through her classroom doors. She will be greatly missed by many, especially the Yaple family. We love you all.
Bobbi Prilaman
June 15, 2011
Diane,So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. It was so very hard for me when I lost my mom and I was much older than you. Please try to remember all the great memories and what a fantastic person she was.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
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