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Cathy Virden Obituary
age 64 of Clinton, OH passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 24, with her daughters by her side, following an extended illness. Cathy was born in Akron, Ohio on January 22, 1956 to Donald and Mary Ann Cross. Cathy graduated from Copley High School and then went on to earn a Bachelor's Degree from Hanover University in Indiana. She later became an LPN and spent several years caring for children with disabilities, which she was very passionate about. Cathy had a strong Christian faith and she dearly loved being with her family.
She is preceded in death by her parents, and her sister Melinda (Cross) Cannon. She is survived by her daughters Caitlin Virden of Wadsworth, and Kayla Virden of Green with special thanks to their significant others Derrick Kline and Nick Bloomer for assisting with her care; also brothers Brian (Diane) Cross, Tim (Anita) Cross and Todd (Kristin) Cross, along with many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Cathy's memory to the agency of your choice supporting children with disabilities. Family will be holding a private service at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to the Mark R. Vrabel Funeral Home 330-452-4041.
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for Cathy Virden
John Ploenes
October 27, 2024
A good friend, neighbor and classmate.
John Ploenes
April 4, 2022
I am sorry to hear about my old neighbor and friend.
Julie Neff-Encinas
November 12, 2020
My sweet Alpha Omicron Pi sister and friend is safe in Jesus' presence. Despite years of separation during the pre-internet years, we reconnected through Facebook. We sure had a lot of fun at Hanover College together. We were on the same freshman hallway, and pledged AOII together because we felt the same vibe of kindness and sincerity. She's had a rough path to follow in some ways, but she did it well and faithfully. May she be blessed for eternity.
My sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Janette Burger
November 12, 2020
My deepest condolences to Cathy's family. She was my AOII big sister at Hanover College. I will miss her.
Carol Heller hawkins
November 5, 2020
always enjoyed seeing her at the Heller 4th of July picnic. Sweet sweet lady
Linda White Lonsdorf
November 2, 2020
Cathy was in my tenth grade English class at Copley. She was a very sweet student, and whenI left there at the end of the year, she gave me a Bible to remember her by and as a gift representative of both our love for Christ. I am deeply saddened to learn she passed away, butI know we will meet again.
Amy Wright
November 1, 2020
Cathy was always so kind and loved being with family. We will miss her smiling face and delicious contributions to the family gatherings. Sending lots of love and hugs to the whole family especially her girls. Love, Matt and Amy Wright and boys
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