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Kay Ellen Lord

1949 - 2020

Kay Ellen Lord obituary, 1949-2020, Great Barrington, MA

BORN

1949

DIED

2020

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Great Barrington, Massachusetts

Kay Lord Obituary

Kay Ellen Lord, 70, passed away peacefully on October 2,2020 at home. Born December 27th, 1949, daughter of the late Edward J and Irene Seward-Lord. Kay Ellen was raised in Housatonic and later the family moved to Great Barrington. Kay graduated from Searles High School in 1967, then went on to earn her nursing degree from Saint Luke's School of Nursing (Pittsfield) in 1970. Kay was an emergency room nurse at Fairview Hospital for over 30 years. After Fairview, she worked part-time at East Mountain Medical.

Kay Ellen was known by many. She was always able to make a connection with whomever she came in contact with. Her patients, her peers, her friends & family were all so fond of her. Her humor and wit will be sorely missed by all who knew her. Kay Ellen is survived by her son Todd DiMario, her brother Edward Jr and his wife Barbara Lord, beloved nieces Julie Lord, Kristie Havens & husband Jared Havens. She also leaves behind her great nieces Kaelin & Isabella Havens. We would be remiss no to mention the "Rat Pack", her lifelong friends.

Aside from her parents, she is pre-deceased by her son Jamie DiMario. As per Kay's wishes, all services are private. Memorial donations in Kay's memory may be made to the Thursday Morning club where a scholarship is being established for a graduating senior who is pursuing a career in Nursing. Donations may be sent to Finnerty & Stevens, 426 Main Street, Great Barrington Ma, 01230

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Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Oct. 6, 2020.

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Carol DeLaurier

October 23, 2020

I was a fellow classmate of Kay's at St. Lukes many years ago. She always had a friendly smile for me and was so helpful as a fellow student nurse. Thinking of her family in this difficult time.

Sara Killfoile

October 10, 2020

Kay was a childhood friend and high school classmate and fellow nurse.I always enjoyed talking with her. She will be missed by many.

Susan Hipwell

October 9, 2020

Todd, just know there are many people that love you and are here to support you through this very sad time. I am one of them. Love and big, big hugs, Susan Hipwell

Alice Reilly

October 7, 2020

My deepest sympathy to Kay Ellen’s family and friends. Her beautiful smile and the sparkle in her eyes will forever shine above us. Alice and Gige

Jan

October 7, 2020

Eddie and Barbara,

So sorry to hear of Kay's passing. Although I haven't seen much of you all, I still have great memories of living next door to you when we were kids. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Judy (Vincent) Herrick

October 7, 2020

I remember Kay Ellen during nursing school at Saint Luke's. So sad that she is gone so soon. Condolences to all her family.

Joe Gerard

October 7, 2020

In loving memory of a kind and thoughtful person. Deepest sympathy to the family.
Will always remember Searles and the gang.

victoria karpinski

October 7, 2020

Eddie, Barb and family: Wow! how she looks so much like you Ed. I just saw her about a month ago and was surprised to see she had passed. I did not know her well but heard alot of good things about her when I worked at the Willowoods. I always envied how beautiful and full of life she was. She is from a loving family and may your hearts soon heal from the hurt and settle to peacefulness again. Vicky

Steven and Linda Wichman Smith

October 6, 2020

To Kay's family, our deepest sympathy. For 25 years we had an exciting career at Fairview ER. Rest in peace my friend.

Wanda Crutchfield

October 6, 2020

oh golly...things I remember...our nursing edu trip to ? maybe albany...4 of us in one room...too funny. the hot tub at Patrice's with Kay's late arrival. A bit of froth. Meeting up with her at Prospect Lake park. so many fun things, way beyond nursing. What a woman, what a career, what a life, what a loss to us all.

Gail&Craig Elliott

October 6, 2020

Dear Todd and family and Ed , Barb and family, we just want to say We were so sad to hear about your Mom/ sister passing away. I remember when my dad passed away many years ago and Kay was so caring and thoughtful helping our family out., I never forgot her for that. Our deepest sympathy goes out to All of you. Gail&Craig Elliott

eileen Hines Strauchler

October 6, 2020

Sending prayers.

Carol Delory Reilly

October 6, 2020

To the Lord Family,
I was so saddened to hear of Kay’s passing. We spent 3 very memorable years together as classmates at SLSN. We laughed, cried, sweat out test grades and played some very competitive games of PITCH in our dorm. Kay was a delightful woman and a wonderful nurse. We kept in contact for many years and I always looked forward to seeing her at our reunions. This year would have been our 50th and unfortunately we were unable to get together due to Covid.
Please accept my sincerest condolences and May she rest in the peace of heaven forevermore. ❤

Leigh Harvey

October 6, 2020

Words cannot begin to say what a dear sweet lady and wonderful nurse Kay was i miss working with her and seeing her at east mountain she went far too soon

Lynn Coughlin

October 6, 2020

A beloved St. Luke’s classmate.. she is gone way too soon..

Thomas Sullivan

October 6, 2020

To the Lord Family, I am so sorry to read of the passing of Kay, she was a wonderful person and I had the pleasure of working with her at Fairview, as a Pharmacy Tech and a EMT with SBVAS. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Cipora Brown

October 6, 2020

We are so sorry to hear about Kay. She was a lovely woman

Barbara Muller

October 6, 2020

My thoughts and prayers to Todd, Eddie, and Barbara.
Kay was a wonderful friend. We shared many laughs and tears together. Will miss you.

Mary Rodrigues

October 6, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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