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Don Kauth Obituary
After the early deaths of his father and brother and his divorce 10 years ago, Don J. Kauth, a bank analyst, focused intently on his four children. "It made him a much better father," said Matt, the oldest.
Mr. Kauth bought a house near the children and their mother in Saratoga Springs, so they could spend weekends with him, and a camper for vacations in the Adirondacks.
"He told us, 'Find something you like to do and the money will come,' " Matt said. But he was immensely proud when Matt worked at a homeless shelter with the Jesuit Peace Corps, a job rich in everything but money. And when Kathleen, his daughter, won a place on the United States national hockey team, he was "crying, he was so overjoyed," said Winifred Kauth, his mother.
On Mondays, he rose at 3 a.m. to commute to Manhattan, where he kept an apartment and worked at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods. "He'd say: 'That's where the money is,' " Mrs. Kauth said. "He was making it for his children."
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Paul Trietiak
November 8, 2024
Don,
Well Yankees fell short in the 2024 World Series. Im getting old and probably the last chance we have before I join you up there in heaven. You must have some pull up there. Think of you often
Paul Trietiak
December 11, 2023
Don, I’ll bring the bat and you bring the ball. We can meet at Home Plate at Murnane Field. See you soon.
Pamela Thomas - Siena College ‘84
March 10, 2023
To the Kauth Family- I had Don Kauth my freshman year at Siena College. No teacher had greater impact on my success and career path than Don Kauth. I can still visualize him telling us the smart thing to do was major in computer science with a business minor. His words had such a tremendous impact on me, that I changed my Accounting major to Computer Science.. It was not easy, since I was “playing catch-up”, starting Computer Science as a sophomore. But I graduated with my class, and moved on to have a very successful career as Managing Director of JPMorganChase Audit Technology, worldwide. I can only imagine how many others he helped guide, to find what they were passionate about, and the success that would ultimately follow. I will never forget him. Wish I could tell him - Thank you
September 11, 2020
Today is 9/11 and I was going to write a poem in first person of a victim.. Dons story grabbed my attention and I was truly touched. I wasn't planning on leaving a message but I couldn't help myself. Don you were a great man i'm sending my condolences .
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I didn't know Don but i visited the memorial and his name and flower stood out for me just wanted to share this photo and memory <br /><br />Andrew Pitre [email protected] if anyone would like a copy just email me <br />
Andrew Pitre
July 7, 2019
Tom
September 11, 2017
I find your fatherly strength uplifting. I would have been your co-worker, but to my misfortune, was not...
September 24, 2016
I am grateful today to be able to find in others parts of what was one great man in my eyes. Thank you for continuing to be there Mr. Kauth.
-Matt Murrisky
R Seaman
September 12, 2016
I was the CFO of a South Shore Bank and always enjoyed when Don came to town. Time goes by so quickly but memories make it feel like yesterday. Thank you Don.
Kathy Hernon
September 11, 2012
Winnie,
Thinking of you and your family today on this sad anniversary. Grateful for your friendship with Mom and wishing you grace and peace.
Craig Shapiro
September 16, 2011
Don Kauth is a lasting memory and will always be in my thoughts. I remember driving to work in the mornings and seeing Don running, he always looked like he had pushed his limits but he never gave up. Don was a good man and always a kind word, I fondly remember our conversations at the hockey rinks. I know that his legacy lives because I have met his children.
September 12, 2011
On this tenth anniversary of 9/11 I want to honor the life of Don Kauth, who I knew many years ago when he was a graduate student, and later as a faculty colleague and friend at Union College. I have known few people as full of life and joy and hard work as Don, and few colleagues more enjoyable to know. To his family, friends, and loved ones I would like you to know he is still remembered with great fondness by many people you may never meet, whose lives were brightened by Don’s life and friendship. On this memorial, may God bless you and keep you, may He make his face shine upon you, and grant you His peace.
–Don Griesinger, Professor Emeritus, Claremont Graduate School
David White
September 11, 2011
To Don's kids, brother, sisters and Mother Winnie....thinking of you this day ...and many days. Hope you are all well.
David Kauth White
Rob Simon
August 15, 2011
I was the Controller at a small savings bank many years ago and had occasion to talk with Don frequently as earnings releases were being prepared. Besides his obvious intelligence and work ethic, he had a very warm and endearing quality which, as many will attest, you do not find from most in his profession. He will be missed.
Joseph Robinson
November 12, 2010
Don had a positive influence on my life. We worked together at my first job at Mungers (Howlands) selling shoes. He taught me what it meant to hustle and apply yourself 100% to whatever you do,
Ellen Kane
September 11, 2009
We still look back at all of the fun experiences we had with Don thru Saratoga Youth Hockey. We would sit and talk at Broadway Joe's on the weekends and have a cold one! he is still missed and our prayers go out to the family on this difficult day.
Ken and Ellen Kane
April 25, 2007
Saratoga misses you. You will never be forgotten.
P Tabbernor
November 23, 2006
In memory....
Kristine
November 7, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Kathy Kauth Dums
September 11, 2006
On the anniversary of 9 11 I think of all the people who lost their lives. God Bless their families.Congrads to Kathleen and the hockey team. Would like to talk to Kathleen cause my name is Kathleen Kauth too.Saw SI article.
Jeff Fore
July 9, 2006
Brian and Denise,
I only now learned of the loss of your brother. Hopefully, time has helped ease your family's grief. Please accept our deepest sympathy and love. Jeff and Teri.
March 3, 2006
It was a pleasure to see Don’s lovely daughter represent the US in the Torino Olympics as a medal winning ice hockey player. The fist time I ever met Don, he broke out a picture of Katie in her hockey equipment. I suspect he would have worn her picture on a button if he didn’t work on Wall Street. He was so enthusiastic and proud of his kids. I’m thrilled to see his dreams for Katie realized and am likewise happy that his children are thriving.
Char LaFleur
March 7, 2005
Dear Dr. Brian Kauth - No words can express how sorry we are for your loss of your dear brother & for all the rest of the people who died on 9-11. I just want you & your family to know that your brother & all the rest will never be forgotten nor how they died so senselessly. We hold you & your's in our daily prayers, yesterday - today - and for all of our tomorrows. To you & all of your family & friends - never forget JOHN 11:25 -and- JOHN 14:1-4 Don is surely in his special room that GOD & JESUS prepared for him. And until you meet again - may GOD hold you & your's in HIS hands and close to HIS heart. In Jesus' name - Amen.
Dave Laurey
September 12, 2003
To the family of Donnie Kauth:
I remember him well as a fellow baseball player dating back to our childhood at Wankel field in South Utica many years ago. He was a great teammate, and I'm sure, a great person as well. May he rest in peace and may God comfort him and comfort your family. I will think of him often.
September 11, 2003
May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face.
May the rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the hollow of His hand
Joseph Maciariello
September 11, 2002
To Don's Mother and Children,
I was involved in Don's decision to attend Union and then later to teach Accounting. He was the best student and colleague I have ever had.
I also laughed a lot with Don and drank a few beers. Although I had not seen him in over 20 years, I remember him with great fondness and longing.
I want you all to know how special I and others at Union though Don was.
Best wishes on this anniversary,
Joe Maciariello
MIKE COPPERNOLL
September 11, 2002
DON, YOU WERE A GREAT FATHER AND WONDERFUL PERSON. YOUR LAUGH WAS INFECTIOUS AND YOU HAD PERSONALITY PLUS. ALL OF OUR WEEKENDS AWAY AT HOCKEY ARE MEMORIES OF A LIFE TIME. FAREWELL MY FRIEND, UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN. THE COOP'S
Bill Phelan
August 28, 2002
Don....
You and I knew each other from my first day at Peat Marwick Mitchell in 1978. We worked together, but you had far too much spirit to ever stay in public accounting! So when I went into investment banking in 1985, you were the first guy I called to convince that you needed to join me! Think about you often. You taught me to never take myself too seriously, which is a very important lesson, when working around people who think they are quite important and take themselves too seriously.
dennis mcgovern
June 17, 2002
Didn't know Don very well, but I remember that he alwalys seemed to
wear a smile as he came in and out of Ryan Hall.
Sincere condolences to his family.
Dennis McGovern
May 8, 2002
I met Don many years ago when he worked at KeyCorp. He was a very nice man.
Christine Barton
March 24, 2002
I am the mother of Jeanmarie Wallendorf who also worked for kbw and I am going through all of kbw's workers who were in the wtc on sept 11th and I just wanted to say how sorry i am to all
Nancy Gardeneer
March 11, 2002
Comfort is in knowing Don will brighten heaven as he did the lives of those he touched on earth.
February 11, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN DON JEROME KAUTH AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND MAY THEY STAY CLOSE AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01.GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK..MAY GOD GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Chuck Ricci
January 29, 2002
I didn't know you personally Don but from what I've read you're a good father.My use of the present tense was no mistake.Reminds me of my dad who was also a 'good father'.Best Respects from a fellow Saratogian.God Bless You and Yours.
Paul Zeitler
January 10, 2002
It's tragedies like these that you
read about in the paper, but it doesnt strike home till it happens to someone you know.
May you rest in peace Don
James Klein
January 10, 2002
Deepest sympathy and condolences to the Kauth family, on behalf of South Utica.
Teresa Jahn
December 28, 2001
We are very sorry for your loss of Don. May his life and love live on in those who love him. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Andrea Psoras
October 19, 2001
He was a mentor to many of us.
Linda Davis
October 13, 2001
Oh, what a time it was, it was!
I miss the endless talks about our SUPER kids - (bragging rights ALWAYS allowed - and encouraged - in this company!), barbecues, (GREAT mashed potatoes!), sitting around watching Yankees games, (and who could come up with the most "old Yankees" trivia - I KNOW you memorized that Micky Mantle biography!), cheering for the Flyers, (many times in vain...), soggy lasagne, (which wasn't worth the rush home!), daily e-mails, outrageous jokes - (MANY groaners...), Thursday nights, Bailey's, Joe's and that fateful encounter, hearing you say, "at any rate," your easy smile, your CONTAGEOUS laugh, your stories - (some TALL tales, I suspect!!!), popcorn and Sam Adams, An American Beauty, braving snow storms - (You gotta' be kidding!), bicycle pumps, Irish locksmiths, "Holy smokin' jackets," and of course, "Winston!"
The world is a little less bright without you in it. You lived life to the fullest - and did a GREAT job while you were here. Your wonderful kids are a true testament to that!
May you have eternal peace and happiness as the warm winds of heaven blow gently upon your soul.
Rest in peace, Irish.
I miss you........
Linda
p.s. Keep that yo-yo handy...
Karyn, Tim and Nikole Zorn
October 5, 2001
Don, may God gently comfort you in his arms. My husband and I are both from Saratoga and want you all to know how words can't express our deepest sorrow and grief. Your loved one did not die in vain. He will be forever remembered as a true national hero. God Bless you all...
Barbara Bolin
September 24, 2001
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL.MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
DON MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
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