Cary Klein Caton

I was so sorry to learn of Cary's passing. She hired me to work in Tim Wirth's office which was my first job out of college. Back then there were hardly any women working as Chiefs of Staff on the Hill so she was a trailblazer. I greatly admired the way she balanced a demanding career with being a loving mother to 3 children. She always took phone calls from her children whenever they called -- whether she was on another call or in a meeting. Children came first. She welcomed the staff...

I spent time in Alexandria when Cary was married to Jim. I would fly up to babysit LeAnne, Carol Francis and Scott. I felt so grown up flying by myself when I was a freshman in high school. On one occasion, Cary and Jim were attending a ball at the White House and I remember the beautiful yellow chiffon dress she wore. While in Alexandria, I would take LeAnne to the pool, fold Scott's diapers,help Cary cook, or try to peek through the gates at the White House when Prince Charles was...

I remember thinking how beautiful she was and couldn't wait for her to visit. She taught me to twirl a baton one summer. Wish I could have seen her more often

As a child I would get so excited when I would hear that Cary was coming to visit. It was like a special holiday to me. Then as an adult I really began to understand what a wonderful and special woman she was. I loved her and I will miss her.

LeAnne, Carol and Scott - I was so sorry to hear of Cary's passing. I will never forget the times she spent in "the country" when she was growing up, as well as the summer I spent with your family in DC when you girls were children and Scott a baby. My thoughts are with you all during this time.