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Kathleen M. "Kathy" Gearen

Kathleen Gearen Obituary

RACINE - Kathleen M. 'Kathy' Gearen, 59, passed away at her residence on Sunday, March 5, 2006. Kathy was born in Racine on July 28, 1946, to Dr. Walter and Marie (nee: Englebreath) Gearen. She moved to New York in the 1960's. She attended Pace College, later joining the entertainment industry. Kathy sang in Sammy's Bowery Follies and played the role of an Oompa in the original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. She was employed as a Health Unit Coordinator at All Saints Healthcare for 15 years. Kathy is survived by her brother, Walter (Carla) Gearen; and a niece Angela (Jessie) Downs. She was preceded in death by her parents. Private Family services will be held. Interment will take place in West Lawn Memorial Park. Kathy's family would like to thank Society's Assets, All Saints Healthcare, and Sandy Langenfeld for their care and friendship. PURATH-STRAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY 3915 Douglas Avenue 639-8000 www.Purath-Strand.com
Published by Racine Journal Times on Mar. 7, 2006.

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Marilyn (Matter) Loomis

March 8, 2006

Kathy was my very best friend in Highschool and I have many, many fond memories of her and all the "antics" we used to get into together. I lost track of Kathy after Highschool and tried for years to find her. So sad to hear of her death. She was a delighful, fun loving person and she will be sadly missed by those whose lives she touched! I will never forget her.

Marilyn

Barbara Baars

March 7, 2006

I went to the same grade school and such a joy to know. Was sorry to read of her passing, and wished that I knew that she was living here. She was someone that you always remember! My prayers are with her family. Barbara

Pamela Belongia

March 7, 2006

My deepest sympathy to Kathy's family. My heart goes out to you. Kathy was a neighbor of mine and we met briefly passing through the halls or more often during snow storms trying to clean off our cars to move them. Her friendly demeanor & determination impressed me. I wish I had known of her work in films previously, since I would like to have shared with her what a great joy she brought to children by protraying an Oompa in Willy Wonka's film. I will keep her and you, her family in my prayers. God bless Her and may she rest in Peace.

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