Catherine Quinn "Pat" Ganahl

To All the Ganahl Family-

I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I will miss her dearly. Being the youngest Tagge, I remember her fondly. Even as an adult, every summer when I would return to 401 W. Leonora St, I would always see your mom leave every morning to go to Mass. She was always so gentle, warm and loving. When my dad sold his house recently to a few Jesuit priests, one of the first questions was, "where does Mrs. Ganahl live? She has always been a big...

Nancy, High school days wouldn't have been the same without the fun at your house and your mom. She was always so up and enthusiastic. It was great seeing you in January. Thinking of you and wishing you well.

My condolences to the entire family!

To all my Ganahl cousins-thanks for all the great memories! Your mom and dad were the best and I am so glad to have been a part of the family. We have a unique bond that many cousins don't often share but thanks to our strong family ties we actually know each other. Your mom was a sweetheart. Pat had her quirks but we all loved her for it. So many stories that could be told about her. She was a wonderful example to choose good and praiseworthy things in life. I will forever be thankful...

I have been Pats neighbor for 10 years. Several years ago she accepted an invitation to my daughters College graduation party. I walked her over to the party where she was the first guest there. The party started at 2 PM and I told here when ever she was ready to go home I would walk her back. She stayed until 10 PM and had a great time. She felt right at home with people she have never met before. The reason I tell this story is she was always engaging people. Through the years I have had...