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1934
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2024
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Donald Catherine Obituary
Don was born on December 27, 1934, in Philipsburg, a son of the late Octavius "Toby" an Dorothy "Dot" (Whitehead) Catherine.
He was a 1952 graduate of the former Philipsburg High School.
Don served with the US Army from 1957-1963.
Don was married on November 16, 1968, in Philipsburg, to the former Dixie L. Davis, who survives at home.
He is also survived by four nieces: Susan (Pryde) Wall, her husband, Chip, and their children: Katie (Collin) Reno, Ryan Wall and Matthew Wall; Shirley (Davis) Rowles; Gloria Baxter; Jean Ann (Valenza) Rubino, her husband, David, and their daughter, Lauren; three nephews: Joseph (Rita) Valenza, Ronald (Nancy) Valenza and Richard (Jaret) Valenza; a sister-in-law, Delores Valenza; a brother-in-law, Thomas R. Pryde; and numerous other extended family members.
Don was preceded in death by a sister, Janet Rose Pryde and one nephew, Thomas L. Pryde; in addition to his parents.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 400 S. 4th. Street, Philipsburg, on Saturday, January 4, 2024, at 11 am, with Rev. Matthias Rendon, OFM, celebrant.
The family will receive guests at the church on Saturday from 10am until the time of the service.
Interment with Military Honors will be at Philipsburg Cemetery.
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Denise Smeal
January 12, 2025
Dearest Dixie,
I was so sad to hear of Dons passing . I truly treasured our time together and the laughs we shared. he was such a kind man . Sending hugs your way . So sorry for your loss.
Ed Hoover
January 3, 2025
Knew Don from our former workplace. Nice guy to talk to and always had a smile.
Bobby Wills
January 3, 2025
Dixie and extended family, I´m so sorry to hear of the passing of Don. We had some great time together at work, golfing and just hanging out! He was a great friend and he will be missed by everyone that knew him! Dixie you are in my prayers!
Ed and Barb London
January 2, 2025
So sorry to hear about Don...he was a great guy...our sympathy to Dixie and the family!
Ed and Barb London
Bill and Gail Sabol
January 2, 2025
Our Deepest Sympathy Don was a great man. May God Bless you.
Chris Satterlee & Family
January 2, 2025
Dear Dixie & the Catherine Family,
I was honored to work with Don. Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of our family.
Beth Fulesday Hallstrom
January 1, 2025
Dear Dixie Rich, Mrs. Valenza, Shirley, Denny and Family,
What a small world we live in. I´m always amazed at the connections we forge - coworkers (Dixie at The Captain´s Table, Shirley at The Progress; Rich in High School and RaiseAChild; Denny a good friend; and our beloved Mrs. Valenza, who needed her kitchen light fixed and ended up with two adoring fans.
Everyone touches countless lives, often without even knowing. I never met Mr. Catherine but, by knowing so many in his circle, he obviously was a huge influence for honor and good.
Please accept my condolences.
Thank you.
Beth Fulesday Hallstrom
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