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Ann
October 29, 2024
14 years. My beautiful friend, I still can´t find adequate words to describe how much light and laughter you added to the world and how much you are missed.
All my love always. I hope we see each other again.
November 11, 2010
Dear Kathy: I miss you very much. You are someone that I miss dearly, and will never ever forget. Your spirit lit up the room. Your tenacity was inspiring. Your hug was felt to the bone. You were a fighter, and while I'm so very sad that you are no longer with us on this earth, I know for a fact that you were needed elsewhere. So do your work kiddo, smiling your smile, sharing your kind words, and just being you. Your beautiful and exhuberant - you! xoxox AS
Laura Vaught
November 4, 2010
Dear Friends and Family of Kathy.
I just met Kathy a short time ago here at Rush. I was totally impressed with her, beauty, confidance and how smart she was. (I should say Brillance!) She was as beautiful on the outside as she was on the inside. She had a kind and tender nature about her. I loved to talk with her about her love of animals. I will always remember her cheerful smile, pretty dresses and outgoing personality. My sympathy to you in your loss. She will be greatly missed.
Laura Vaught
Rush University
Kathie Doran
November 4, 2010
I will always remember her spirit. She was wonderful & creative yet down to earth. I will always cherish our walks home from IHM. My deepest sympathy...
Tracy Raketic
November 4, 2010
I went to IHM with Kathy. She was such a unique individual with a very big heart. She touched so may lives, and so many hold dear memories of her, I wonder if she was aware of how much her self confidence and caring helped others. She will be missed. I am sure her family and those she cares about have a guardian angel watching over them.
Ramona Sirgedas
November 2, 2010
I went to high school with Kathy and I will never forget her confidence, kindness, brilliant sense of humor and awesome taste in music. She had the power to make me feel good while I was fighting my cancer at 17. Thank you Kathy for introducing me to Lou Reed among other cool artists and your one of a kind version of the Rocky Horror Picture Show Time Warp in class. Above all Kathy thanks for being my friend and I know you are an angel now watching down on all of us.
Ramona Sirgedas
November 2, 2010
Dear Sam, and Kathy's family and friends,
Thank you for bringing us together, yesterday to share Kathy's precious life. It is a privilege to know her through you. I worked with Kathy at Rush and have good memories of hr laugh and smile, homemade pickles, talks about bike riding, and am healthier thanks to her nurturing. Thank you for you. Michele Packard
barbara spadafore
November 2, 2010
Lynch family, i went ot IHM with Kathy. She was a free spirited young lady who did things her way. Although we fell out of touch as we all left high school, she was still a part of our lives. She will be greatly missed.
Francine Podlasek
November 2, 2010
I went to IHM with Kathy. She was a wonderful person and always kept us laughing. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.
Donna (Steinhagen) Roth
November 1, 2010
Kathy was truly a gift to all of us who had the honor of knowing her. I remember her fondly from IHM and was extremely sad to learn of her passing. She brought many smiles to my days in high school. I hope her family and close friends are comforted by the fact that she touched so many of our lives in such a positive way. She is gone way too young but she will never be forgotten.
Denise (Oczkowski) Schneider
November 1, 2010
I met Kathy when we attended IHM. She was so creative, so smart, so confident in her own skin and fearless. She had such a positive impact on people and will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with Kathy's friends and family.
Michelle Haugen
November 1, 2010
This world has lost a wonderful and dymanic person. The loss is huge as Kathy was an individual with a huge presence. That energy may now be beaming around in some other realm, but she will be hugely missed in this one. With deepest sypmpathy...
Jackie & Nick Vieceli
November 1, 2010
My heartfelt sympathy to the Lynch family. I graduated with Kathy at IHM and my husband graduated grade school with her. She was a wonderful and unique person. She will be missed.
Karyn Parille(Matt)
November 1, 2010
I only went to school with Kathy up until 4th grade, and I still have great childhood memories.
I wish your family peace through this difficult time.
Sjaak Blaauw
November 1, 2010
Dear Sam & family;
Wishing you strength with the loss of Kathy. May the good memories of Kathy help you in these trying times
Jennifer Peters Gentile
November 1, 2010
I am so saddened to hear of Kathy's passing. God Bless Kathy's family-may God give them the strength to get through this difficult time. I will always remember Kathy as a very, very bright, confident woman. I can clearly see her walking through the corridors of IHM. She was taken way too soon.
Marie Delos Santos
November 1, 2010
My condolences to the Lynch Family and Friends. I graduated with Kathy at IHM. She was someone who was not afraid to be herself, with her mohawk, combat boots and friendly smile. I am deeply saddened to hear of her passing, but was proud to hear of her many accomplishments after graduation. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ‘Our loved ones are never truly gone because they live on in our hearts.’
Tom and Denise McGlade
November 1, 2010
Sam and Lynch Family,
Our deepest sympathies to all of you. It is in times like these that God reveals himself in the form of friends and family. Blessings to each of you.
Kelly Smock
November 1, 2010
I can still see Kathy walking the halls of IHM with her Mohawk, combat boots and catholic school uniform. Our high school years were filled with good times and I am glad Kathy was a part of them. She was something special - funny, unique, witty and truly genuine. She never judge, always had a smile and what a great laugh. We are all saddened by her passing but can hold tight to our special memories Her spirit will live on.....
Theresa Enright
November 1, 2010
To Sam and the Lynch Family,
My deepest sympathies to you all during this difficult time. Kathy was full of life and I so admired her courage during her battle with cancer. She will be missed by many but never forgotten. Peace and love to each of you.
Carl Panek
November 1, 2010
On behalf of the many volunteers and donors of the Westchester Blood Program, I wish to express our deepest condolences to Kathryn's family, especially her Mom, who gave her time and energy to support our important endeavor.
Carl Panek, chairman, Westchester Blood Program
Luanne Olson
October 31, 2010
I met Kathy through her anatomy teacher, Maureen Carney. I instantly felt as though I knew her for years. What a great lady. I will miss her company. I have heartfelt sadness for her family and their loss.
Karen Lukaszewski
October 31, 2010
If my articulate friend Kathy was here to help me with this guest book message, I can promise it would be beatifully worded. I extend my condolences to all the family, colleagues and close friends of Kathy. If there is an existence beyond this, I hope Kathy is still thinking in cartoons and laughing until her belly hurts.
Sharon (Masterson) Whiteside
October 31, 2010
To the Lynch Family - How sad I am to hear of Kathy's death, but how grateful I am that she was able to attend our D.P. 25 yr reunion. It was so great to see her after all these years and catch up with each other. She impacted all she met and I know how she was excited to buy her house in Berwyn and move on with the next phase of her life. What memories we have of her!! God bless her and all of you during this difficult time.
Sam and Bobbi Murphy
October 31, 2010
Dear Tom and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. She looks like someone who I would love. Im sure she will always be remembered.
Love You
October 31, 2010
With our Moms being such friends forever, growing up being 11 years older than Kathy I never really knew her that well. She did teach me something however and my fondest memory of Kathy was very recently during a visit to her house this summer. Not really knowing each other but each of us knowing how well our Moms knew each other, she really made me feel at home. She gave me the grand tour of her house which she was so proud of. She struck me as such a gracious person with such a strong and fighting spirit. She was so truly appreciative for such a small and simple favor that it really made me remember that I too need to be more appreciative about my life. During her tremendous struggle she remained so strong, gracious, and kind that I will always be reminded me of what's really important in life when I think of Kathy. I am grateful to her for that and will always have a spot in my heart for her. Pat Campe
Debbie Minick Cima
October 31, 2010
I met Kathy when we both attended IHM. We couldn't have been any more different, yet we became fast friends. She was one of the most genuine, real people I have ever known. My deepest sympathies to the Lynch family and all of Kathy's friends. May you find peace during this difficult time.
Rita Gostkowski
October 31, 2010
The first time I saw Kathy she had the very same smile and a fabulous multicolored shock of hair- yet it was her wonderful personality that made her a stand out. I will always remember her as that teenager- so ready to take on the world. To her family, her friends and all who miss her- I am so very sorry for your loss.
October 30, 2010
I graduated from IHM with Kathy. She was someone I will never forget from high school..spirited and full of life with a kind spirit. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Jennifer (Bozek) Jalloway
October 30, 2010
I sit here typing with such a heavy heart as I think of Kathy and all of the great times we had together as kids. She was a dear friend from my childhood and I will cherish those memories forever. She will remain in my prayers and in my heart forever.
Karen Heffernan
October 30, 2010
To the Lynch family,
Like many clinicians at Rush, I really admired Kathy. She had a true Ranaissance quality. That is she had interests in science, arts & culture. She was also very articulate and wry. Moreover she was beautiful as evidenced by your photo here. In essence, I'm very sorry for your loss.
Anne Connors
October 30, 2010
Kathy was one of my oldest friends. I will miss her deeply. My sympathy and prayers go out to those of you that were there supporting her these last few months.
Janice Jaeger
October 30, 2010
I attended IHM with Kathy and just heard the news. I am devastated, as she was a very good friend. My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you.
Janice Jaeger
Volo, IL
Linda Brosseau
October 30, 2010
I met Kathy in high school when I was 15. She was dear friend for 25 years. Truly the most unique, wonderful person I've ever known.
My deepest sympathies to all her family and friends. I wish you all peace.
Mary Caulfield Kappel
October 30, 2010
So Sad to hear of Kathy's passing. I pray that she may rest in peace.
From an old school friend...
Linda Von Vogt
October 30, 2010
Good-bye my dear love and cherished companion, my co-conspirator and favorite dinner partner of 19 years. I never forgot the first moment I heard only your laugh in a darkend bar (yes, you were underage). I did not know you yet. I never forgot our first conversation (content redacted here, I'm afraid) when introduced by a mutual friend in a high rise on Lake Shore drive, or the first time we dined out together and laughed over the sensuouly expressive matre'd as he described what was a delicious Lebanese meal, and you freely began to share your life- both past and future with me. Such was our friendship for 19 years. None of it forgetable, all of it cherished.
Sharonda L.
October 30, 2010
To All of Kathy's Family and Friends,
I am so sorry for your loss. You all have my deepest sympathy.
Pam Temmen
October 29, 2010
Tom: I am so sorry to hear Kathy lost her battle, and I am sorry I only got to meet her briefly. I am glad you have Liz for support, and will be praying for the entire family ..
Julia Hernandez
October 29, 2010
Kathy was gracious, and tenacious, and that is an extremely rare combination. I'm sorry for your loss.
Carole Barrett
October 29, 2010
To Kathy's family and friends,
Kathy was sunshine and smiles, she nurtured us with healthy snacks, she inspired us with her biking into work, she made a difference in so many small ways. We were so looking forward to her coming back to work and slowly easing into her schedule. She touched so many hearts of coworkers, patients and their families. She will be missed and we were very lucky to have her as long as we did. Love and Peace to all of Kathy's family and friends.
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