Springfield, Massachusetts
Aug 30, 1948 – Feb 5, 2015
Kathleen Marie Cadden, 66, passed suddenly of natural causes on Thursday (February 5, 2015) at St. Luke’s Home in Springfield, MA. Born August 30, 1948 in Meriden, CT, she was predeceased by her parents, Patrick J. and Mary (Allen) Cadden, and her two brothers, Thomas P. and Kevin J. Cadden. Kathy is survived by her sisters Judy, Patricia and Sheila Cadden, her sister Marybeth and her husband Chris Wyrtzen, several nieces and nephews (Brett Crowley and wife Jill, Jeffrey Wyrtzen and wife Kate, Thomas Cadden and wife Sarah, Maggie Crowley, Ryan Wyrtzen, Brady Wyrtzen, Taylor Cadden, Megan Wyrtzen, Patrick Cadden and Casey Cadden), great nieces Kayla and Teagen Cadden and great nephew John Patrick Wyrtzen. Working in pediatrics at Hartford Hospital upon graduating from St. Joseph School of Nursing in Nashua, NH, Kathy also completed a Bachelor’s degree later in life at Quinnipiac University, where, as she reminded all those within earshot, she earned an “A” in Biology. Kathy was guided by her love for family and friends, compassion for those in need and an endless zest for life. She had the ability to find delight in all things, including butterflies, her beloved dog, Annie, family vacations to Ireland, the colors purple and pink and anything chocolate. Kathy treasured every day, sharing her abundant joy and sharp sense of humor with all those around her, especially her sister, roommate and best friend, Judy. All those who were blessed to know her benefitted from her shining example of strength in the face of hardship, ever-present optimism and spot-on impression of Jimmy Durante. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Kathy’s life on Sunday, February 8, from 12-2 PM, followed by a funeral service at Corridan Funeral Home in Chicopee, MA. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Dakin Humane Society, P.O. Box 6307, Springfield, MA 01101.
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the lost of your Sister.
May the God of all comfort comfort each of you.
John 6:40
Annette
February 27, 2015
To the Cadden Family,
My condolences on the loss of your sister. Kathy was a wonderful person and fun to be around.
Loraine (Roy) Stawarz
February 14, 2015 | Clinton, CT
My condolences to the Cadden family. May Kathy rest in peace. My prayers go out to the family.
Rich Giannelli
February 12, 2015 | Oak Ridge, TN
I was so sorry to hear about Kathy's death. I remember her smile, her strength, and know she is with her family in a better place,
Suzi Zitser
February 10, 2015
My Thoughts and Prayers are with the entire Cadden Family. Spruce Street was a wonderful place to grow up and the biggest reason was that the Cadden Family lived there. Kathy was a joy to know and memories of her will easily fill us with laughter for the rest of our lives.
Tony Paguni
February 09, 2015 | Meriden, CT
Pat,
My deepest condolence to you and your family on the passing of your sister, Kathy. I hold you all in my prayers.
Maryann Leonard
Maryann Leonard
February 09, 2015 | Meriden, CT
To the Cadden Family
Although it has been many years since we have seen one another, it seems like yesterday with all the wonderful memories we have of growing up on the same street and spending so much time together. Please accept our deepest sympathy on Kathy's passing and know you are in our hearts and prayers
Patty & John Rudolph
February 09, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cadden family at this difficult time.
Rico Buccilli
February 09, 2015 | Meriden
My condolences to the Cadden family on their loss of a sister. I knew Kathy in high school and admired her spirit and drive.
Ed Piatek
February 08, 2015 | Ocala, FL
