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CATHERINE HALE Obituary
Catherine Marie Hale (neé Kenney) (Age 60)
Of Alexandria, VA, passed away March 31, 2017. Cathy is survived by her devoted husband, Richard Hale of Alexandria; her sister, MaryBeth (Kenney) Brenner of Onancock, VA; her bothers and sisters-in-law, Matthew Brenner, Jeffrey Hale, Sarah Hale, and George Story; and her nieces; nephews; god children, and friends. Cathy was devoted to all of them. Cathy was born in Philadelphia on July 15, 1956, where the Army had stationed her father. Cathy moved frequently until the 8th grade, when her family settled in Northern Virginia. She lived there the rest of her life. Cathy graduated from Fort Hunt High School in Fairfax County, then attended the University of Virginia, where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa, and from which she graduated in 1978. She married Richard Hale at St. Mary Catholic Church in Old Town Alexandria in 1986. Cathy worked in personnel and as a meeting planner at several agencies of the Federal Government, and at a trade association, all in Washington, DC. She volunteered her time for many years at the MaRiH center in Alexandria, VA. The funeral mass for Cathy will be Monday, April 10, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 310 South Royal Street, Alexandria, VA 22314, with a reception to follow immediately at the Church. Friends and family are also invited to a visitation for Cathy on Sunday, April 9, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Demaine Funeral Home, 520 S. Washington St, Alexandria, VA 22314. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a donation to the MaRiH center, 3230-B Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
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Memories and Condolences
for CATHERINE HALE
Lori Woehrle
April 19, 2017
Dear Richard and Jeff - I am so, so sorry to learn of your tremendous loss. Peace be with you and your family.
Carolyn Fischer
April 10, 2017
To the Hale family:
I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Catherine Lacey
April 10, 2017
My life has been filled with so much more joy and love because of Aunt Cathy! Her appreciation and excitement about small things in day-to-day life was contagious. I love the story about how she spent one afternoon driving around and counting stoplights with Uncle Richard, just out of curiosity. I have rarely laughed so hard, smiled so much, or talked for so long as I did when she, Eileen, Uncle Richard, and I were together. Uncle Richard, you and Aunt Cathy were the people I could always trust to drop everything at a moment's notice if I needed you. I loved your adventuresome spirits that lead you to agree to a trips with us to Morocco, Spain, and Central Mexico. The list of places we have been together is so long--zoos, Williamsburg, touring museums and colonial homes, the Arboretum, Sea World, a variety of ethnic restaurants (remember the belly dancing restaurant?!), pyramids in Mexico, bazaars in Morocco, a Harbor cruise, Old Town in San Diego, ...the list just goes on and on. But even still, I think my favorite memories are of our long conversations over meals or tea. I can't imagine life without her. But, for how much joy she found in this life, I love to think about her immense joy she is currently experiencing in heaven, where there is no more sadness or pain. I love you so much, Aunt Cathy. More than I could ever express in words.
April 10, 2017
My heart goes out to the Hale family. She will be missed by all. May the peace God gives help your family thru this time of grief and sorrow.
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Brenda Hutchinson
April 9, 2017
Blessings to you and your family from another FHHS alumni.
Lynette (BUSHNELL ) Hone
April 9, 2017
Oh, Cathy! I still see the young, pretty high school friend I knew,
in your picture. I remember you being involved in so many activities at school, and so motivated, always smiling! I pray for your easy transition to the Other Side, the side of unending, magnificent, Light and Love. I am sad for your surviving family, and their loss of you on this Earth.
Rest in peace, dear Cathy, and may God bless you all. ❤
Austin, Texas, 2016
Eileen Lopez
April 8, 2017
Austin, Texas, 2016
Eileen Lopez
April 8, 2017
San Diego, 2010
Eileen Lopez
April 8, 2017
Queretaro, Mexico, 2007
Eileen Lopez
April 8, 2017
Queretaro, Mexico, 2007
Eileen Lopez
April 8, 2017
Queretaro, Mexico, 2007
Eileen Lopez
April 8, 2017
Queretaro, Mexico, 2007
Eileen Lopez
April 8, 2017
San Diego, 2010
Eileen Lopez
April 8, 2017
San Diego, 2010
Eileen Lopez
April 8, 2017
San Diego, 2010
Eileen Lopez
April 8, 2017
San Diego, 2010
Eileen Lopez
April 8, 2017
So in love! San Diego, 2010
Eileen Lopez
April 8, 2017
Aunt Cathy finding beauty- San Diego 2010
Eileen Lopez
April 8, 2017
Uncle Richard- my life is more beautiful thanks to Aunt Cathy. She found beauty in every single detail around her (flowers, plates, cats, shoes.... :) ) I can only imagine her joy marveling at the indescribable beauty and love of her Creator and Savior God now. One of my sweetest childhood memories is playing Superman-Villans with you both (Aunt Cathy was a superman, while we were villans with you). And one of my sweetest adult memories is non-stop giggling about little-black-banana-man tea-kettle cover in Morocco (if, that is, you could call that an "adult" moment). There are few people I have laughed more with in life than Aunt Cathy. She loved me so, so much... she left no doubt in my mind. How could I? She found me in Texas, Spain, Morocco, San Diego, Central Mexico... She met my husband in Mexico before the rest on my family even! I was her "sweet girl". She gave the best hugs. It is with pride and love that Catherine and I carry her name (CATHERINE Megan and Eileen MARIE), because she is always a part of us. I wish I could be beside you now. Please know that even from afar I am missing her so, so much; and thanking God for her life and all the joy and love that she brought to mine. Love you bunches.
Jeanne Hamerly
April 8, 2017
God has lifted Cathy on Eagles wings and she is now in the arms of Jesus. I know your wonderful smile will be missed by your family and many friends.
April 8, 2017
God keep those who pass on in his memory because they are precious to him. Psalms 116 : 15. EJC. GA.
April 8, 2017
So very sorry for the loss of your Loved One. May the Memories you Cherish shine through your sorrow. ...John 6:40 & Ps 37:9-11,29
Peggi and Garrett Sullivan
April 7, 2017
Dear Richard, MaryBeth and family,
We are so very sorry for your great loss of your
Beloved wife and special sister. We were glad we
got to spend time with you all in June. Our
Thoughts and prayers are with you both and your family.
April 6, 2017
Mr. Hale,
Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers...
The Dulany Family
Marla Trugerman
April 6, 2017
Richard,
Our thoughts are with you. Please know your Sony family is here for you.
Marla Trugerman, SCA HR
Tim Randall
April 6, 2017
Richard, my deepest sympathies for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mark Morrison
April 6, 2017
Richard, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved wife Cathy. I know how much you both cared for each other and how you extended that love to all members of your family. Will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Cathy had a wonderful smile.
April 6, 2017
Rick Palermo
April 6, 2017
Richard, our condolences for your profound loss. I'm grateful you had a person like Cathy in your life and I'm so sorry you have to live with the void her passing has left.
Signe Friedrichs
April 5, 2017
Richard, We are sending you our condolences for your devastating and shocking loss. We are so sad for you and your family. Our love to you-Signe and Paul
Cheryl Porter-Brown
April 4, 2017
Richard. I am very sorry for your profound loss. I didn't know Cathy, but your account of spending her last days together was very moving. Such great caring, such a deep bond. May expressions of support from friends be meaningful to you in the days ahead.
Jeannie Keely
April 4, 2017
Richard, I am so very sorry for the loss of your loving wife and best friend. Cathy was a lovely and caring person and I am so thankful to have known her. Praying that God will comfort and strengthen you as only He can during this difficult time. Psalm 46:1 "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble."
April 4, 2017
Richard, so sorry for your loss. The news struck me especially hard as we are fighting cancer in my family and we have learned to deal with it on a daily basis. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Chuck and Catherine Nicholson
Mark Loepker
April 4, 2017
Richard,
I am very sorry for your loss. May the mercy of Jesus be with you and your family knowing that Cathy is resting in His loving arms.
Mark & Sandy Loepker
April 4, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sandy and Chuck Finan
Natalie Givans
April 4, 2017
Dear Richard,
I am so sorry for your loss - Cathy was the perfect partner for you in this complex, beautiful world. You've always been there for all of us in our most trying times - let us be there for you in this challenging time. Many hugs and prayers from all of us at Booz Allen and from my family and me.
The Irvins
April 4, 2017
Praying for peace, comfort, and strength in this difficult time for you and your family.
Party was always more fun with Cathy!
Suzanne Scherrer
April 4, 2017
Cathy I miss you very much. I was hoping to see you soon for that glass of wine. Our village is having an oldies music festival on your birthday! I was hoping to talking you into visiting then. I can still hear your voice in my head. I pray you know how much you were loved by all!
Richard I am very sorry for your loss.
We are here for you. Love, Suzanne Scherrer
April 2, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
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