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Kathleen Schramm Obituary
May 10, 1967 - May 5, 2025
Kathleen "Kathy" Schramm (Kopec), 57, of Lewisburg, Tennessee passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, surrounded by her family and loved ones.
Kathy was born in Auburn, New York, to Barbara Kopec and James Kopec. She attended St. Hyacinth's School in Auburn NY, graduated from Mynderse Academy in Seneca Falls and continued her education at Cayuga Community College and Herkimer College in New York State.
Kathy had a vibrant spirit and a deep appreciation for life's simple pleasures. She found joy in attending concerts, cheering on the New York Giants, thrifting for hidden treasures, and most of all spending time with those she loved.
Kathy's greatest pride was her family. She is survived by her two cherished children, Justin Journell and Kaleigh Journell; husband, Donald Schramm; her devoted mother, Barbara Kopec; sisters Karen Kopec and Deborah Kopec of Auburn, NY; brother Christopher (Kimberly Leonard) Kopec of Port Crane, NY; her niece Jordan Pinckney Robbins and her beloved grandchildren Luna Journell, Jasper Journell, Gavin, Ellie-May, and Karter Schramm.
She was preceded in death by her father, James Kopec and her best friend, Janna Walsh.
Kathy's strength and courage were evident throughout her battle with stage 4 colorectal cancer. She received outstanding care from the doctors at the Sarah Cannon Research Institute and Maury Regional Medical Center, where her journey began, as well as Tennessee Oncology. Kathy was passionate about helping others and participated in numerous clinical trials, always hopeful that her efforts might aid in advancing treatments for others facing similar battles.
Her warmth, independence, and unyielding love for her family and friends will be remembered fondly by all who knew her. Kathy's legacy of kindness, generosity, and resilience will continue to inspire those whose lives she touched.
We are currently planning a Celebration of Life to be held in New York in the coming months. We will share the details as soon as arrangements have been finalized.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kathleen Schramm
Cynthia Jedra
May 30, 2025
My heart goes out to you during this difficult time.My prayers and those of my family as well are with you today and beyond.She was a bright light and will forever shine.
Maria Starr
May 15, 2025
Donnie and Family, i am so sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. She was a friend of mine for a long time and whenever we ran into each other it was like no time had passed. She will be missed.
Cheryl Bryan
May 10, 2025
My sincere & heartfelt sympathy & condolences to Kathy´s family. So young, so tragic. I´m thinking of all of you. Love, Cheryl Bryant
Kathy Hoey
May 9, 2025
Barb, Karen, Debbie and all of your family, I'm so sorry for your loss of Kathy.I met her many years ago working together at Barbara Moss and we became friends. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and may she rest in peace.
Joanne Short
May 9, 2025
My condolences to Kathy´s husband, children, grandchildren, family, and friends.Kathy & I knew each other since grade school. Kathy attended Saint Hyacinth and I at St Peter and Paul&we met at the CYO basketball games. We would meet again through mutual friends, & she will always be remembered for her fun and kind personality. May she rest in peace.
Cindy Jessie
May 9, 2025
So sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. I met her many years ago when Justin was enrolled in my home daycare.
Keeping her family in my prayers.
Mary Ann Jackson
May 9, 2025
Linda Jordan and family, so sorry to hear of this. Prayers to you and your whole family.
Joyce Decker
May 9, 2025
My heart breaks for you and your family in the loss of your beautiful daughter Kathy.
Cheryl Wilson Riccio
May 9, 2025
So sorry to hear of Kathy´s passing. Keeping her family in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Andrea Walsh
May 9, 2025
Sorry to hear of Kathy´s passing. May she rest in peace.
Annette Cullen Nevidomsky
May 9, 2025
My heart breaks for her family. She was a child when I met her. I worked with her Mother Barbara years ago . I am so sorry for your loss Barbara. May God be with you all. Rest in Peace Kathleen
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