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Katherine Louise "Kitty" Cone

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Katherine Cone Obituary

Cone Katherine Louise, Ph.D. (NEE Lancaster) Known as Kitty to her friends and loved ones, she passed away peacefully on October 19, 2024 in Fort Collins, CO, at age 99. Her lifelong quest for learning fueled her work both professionally in social work, and with the communities of faith that enriched her life. A Pittsburgh native, she was born on June 7, 1925. Kitty moved to Philadelphia after earning a Master's degree in Social Work and a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Pittsburgh in 1982. In 1985, she founded Resources for Children's Health, a non-profit outreach agency dedicated to reducing infant mortality in Philadelphia. Wife of William B. Cone, Bill (deceased 1980), mother to Marcia Cone Esaki, (Koji) Osaka, Japan, Lawrence Cone (Marie) Surf City, NC, Charles Cone (Susan) Loveland, CO, and Kathleen Cone Garza (Leonard) Philadelphia. She was Nana to 11 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Friends and family may add thoughts and memories at www.legacy.com. Memorial Service arrangements are with www.goesfuneralcare.com in Fort Collins, CO. Donations in her memory may be made through her legacy link at gofundme: https://gofund.me/b364891f

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Nov. 1, 2024.

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Joanne Fabian

December 9, 2024

The world has lost a wonderful "light". Kitty was a wonderful role model to me while I started teaching Yoga at the Abington Club. Her presence, curiosity along with her love of family&friends will be cherished always.

Sharon Kaplan

November 15, 2024

Kitty was my yoga teacher at Krewstown Racquet Club. A sweeter and more humble person didn't exist. She was a delight to know and call my friend.

Len Garza, her son-in-law

November 9, 2024

What an incredible life she had. She was a leader caring for the underprivileged and for injustice.

Chuck Cone

November 1, 2024

Great picture, she was an amazing woman and role model. She thrived in Philadelphia, and ended her life in Colorado. We will miss her.

Barbara Penny Delp

November 1, 2024

I had the privilege of working with Kitty on the Board of RCH and she was such a dynamo! So focused on the mission, yet so pragmatic. She was so kind, so generous with her time and always made you feel seen, your voice heard. Just a lovely person whom I am very grateful touched my life in such a meaningful, memorable way. My deepest condolences to her family. To Larry and his family, a heartfelt hug!

JF

November 1, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Theresa Nunally

October 25, 2024

I'm sorry for your loss, Kitty was always so positive and polite. She loved to talk about her life and what she accomplished... I worked at The Residence At Oak ridge for awhile and I remember when she came to live there. I never forget my former residents I've taken care of... Hugs and love to Kitty's family... Theresa Nunally

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