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Catherine McDonough Obituary
McDonough, Catherine O. (nee O'Connell) age 55 of Glen Rock died Thursday, December 29, 2016 at her home. Born in Bridgeport, CT she lived in Hingham, MA and Boston, MA before moving to Glen Rock in 1993. Catherine had a B.A. from the College of the Holy Cross, an M.B.A. from Babson College and a Masters in Taxation from Bentley University. Catherine began her working career in public accounting before becoming a financial analyst and tax accountant. Catherine was a Parishioner of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel RC Church, Ridgewood, NJ and was an active volunteer at Oasis, Paterson, NJ where she and her dog Potter were adored by the children.
Beloved wife of Gary McDonough, devoted mother of Andrew of New York City and Ellen and Mary of Glen Rock. Loving daughter of John F. (Jack) O'Connell and sister of John, Thomas (Tucker) and Michael.
Cath had many interests and favored activities but her family was her primary concern and source of happiness. Her gentle demeanor, keen intellect and ability to truly listen made her a wonderful wife, mother and friend.
A Funeral Mass was held on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel RC Church, 1 Passaic Street, Ridgewood, NJ.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Oasis, A Haven for Women & Children, 59 Mill Street, Paterson, NJ 07501 are appreciated.
Arrangements were handled by the Vander Plaat Funeral Home, www.vpfh.com, 257 Godwin Ave. Wyckoff, NJ 07481.
Memories and Condolences
for Catherine McDonough
13 Entries
Cindy Kane
January 13, 2017
Gary, I am heartbroken to hear about Cath. You are in my heart and prayers.
Samantha Boonstra
January 10, 2017
My condolences to Gary and the McDonough family. Catherine was a wonderful woman, she will be missed.
Samantha Boonstra
Marianne Maxwell Kersey
January 6, 2017
I am very saddened to get this news. I was a classmate at Holy Cross with Cath and we shared an apartment during our Washington semester in the Spring of 1982. Cath was a special person and I'm sorry I didn't keep in touch with her after graduation. it was a privilege to know her, and I will keep Cath and all of her family and friends in my prayers as you cope with this great loss. May she rest in peace.
Greg and Beth Rossi
January 5, 2017
You are all in our prayers.
Suzanne O'Brien
January 4, 2017
Cath was one of those special people that I was lucky enough to call a friend. We were classmates at HC including sharing an apt in Wash D.C. for a semester. She had a great heart and her smile was infectious.
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you peace and comfort
Suzanne Hagerty-O'Brien
Holy Cross Washington, DC semester, Spring 1982 -- Marianne, Maureen, Suzanne, Carolyn and Cath
Marianne Maxwell Kersey
January 4, 2017
Cath and Carolyn, Holy Cross 1982
Marianne Maxwell Kersey
January 4, 2017
Cath and friends at Holy Cross cocktail party 1982
Marianne Maxwell Kersey
January 4, 2017
Anne Marie Lyddy
January 3, 2017
To her family -
"Cath" was one of my first acquaintances and friends at Holy Cross. We played field hockey together. She was a beautiful person. I was blessed to have known her and consider her a friend. My prayers of love and healing go out to her family and all who loved her.
Therese Gauthier
January 3, 2017
A beautiful woman from a wonderful family.
May she rest in the arms of Jesus and her Mom passed before her.
Our deepest sympathies for the loss to your entire family.
The Gauthiers
January 1, 2017
Hi Gary,
I am so very sorry to hear this news. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace,
Bob Murray
Haverhill, MA
Maura (Eastham) Quinn
January 1, 2017
Gary,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
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Vander Plaat Funeral Home - Wyckoff257 Godwin Ave., Wyckoff, NJ 07481
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Our Lady of Mt. Carmel RC Church
1 Passaic Street,, Ridgewood, NJ
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