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Mary Catherine (Donlan) Kohler
Of Derwood, Maryland passed away unexpectantly on Thursday, December 26, 2019. Mary "Kate" Catherine was raised in Bound Brook, NJ. She attended Bound Brook High School and graduated from Immaculata High School in 1980. She earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education from Seton Hill University, Greensburg, PA in 1984 and her Master's in Education degree from Dominican University. Mary Kate taught elementary school for Montgomery County, MD for the past 16 years, most recently at Flower Valley Elementary School She is survived by her adoring husband, William L. Kohler, her daughter, Catherine (Katie) and her son, William (Liam). Visitation will be held on Friday, January 3, 2020 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Pumphrey Funeral Home, 300 West Montgomery Ave., Rockville, MD 20850. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 12:30 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 6701 Muncaster Mill Rd., Derwood, MD 20855. Interment will be immediately following mass at St. Gabriel Cemetery, 107106 Alloway Dr., Potomac, MD 20854. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Julie Higgins Memorial Fund (in memory of Mary Catherine), Dennison University, Attn: Library, 100 College St., Granville, OH 43023 or Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, 1 Our Lady Circle, Malvern, PA 19355 (www.ihmimmaculata.org). Please say a prayer, raise a glass, make a memory in honor of Mary Kate. Full obituary and online guestbook atwww.pumphreyfuneralhome.com
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Christopher KOHLER
January 3, 2020
Bill Katie and Liam, Karina, I, Anna and Jack are so very sorry for your unexpected loss. We pray you find sustainable comfort from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in this terrible time of grief.
Paul Meyer
January 2, 2020
I was so saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Mrs. Kohler. I got to know her by volunteering at Flower Valley ES. Two of my three grandchildren had Mrs. Kohler when they were in her fourth grade classes several years ago. She was truly a great teacher and I was certainly hoping that my third grandchild could have had her. It is also sad to know that many children will not get the opportunity to see a great teacher and person in action. My sympathy goes out to her family but they hopefully will get some solace in knowing how much she meant to so many people.
Ann Fonfara
December 31, 2019
Bill, When I heard of Mary Kate's passing I immediately thought of you and your children and the shock and pain you were experiencing. All I wanted to do was wrap my arms around you. I have always considered you one of my brothers and I wanted to comfort you.
Remember the gift God gave you in Mary Kate. Cherish the memories, the laughter, and the love. She is now an angel on your shoulder. May God bless you, Liam, and Katie and continue to hold you in the palm of His hand.
Barbara Sutcliffe
December 31, 2019
Bill, I am so sorry to hear about Mary Kate's passing. She was an angel on earth and will always live in your heart. Stay close to your family and comfort each other. Much love to you, Katie & Liam and the rest of your family.
December 31, 2019
Bill - So sorry to learn of Mary Catherine's passing. I know your heart must be broken. Always remember you and your children are surrounded by a loving family and friends. God bless, Dick Sothoron
Sisters of IHM
December 31, 2019
The Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary wish to thank the family of Mary Catherine Kohler for designating the IHM Congregation as a recipient of memorial donations. We promise our prayers for Kate and the members of her family. May she enjoy the rewards of eternal life.
bindi blyther
December 31, 2019
Not sure what to say, or how to say it but I do know you were and are a blessing to many. You left a great legacy behind to all who knew and loved you. Billy shared many great stories of your strength, coverage, love and sacrifices, continue to look after your family and be the light you always been to Billy.
Rest in Peace.
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