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Katherine Palmisano Obituary
November 13, 1934 - March 29, 2022
Kansas City, Missouri - Katherine Ann (Kay) Palmisano, of Kansas City, Missouri, was gently lifted to heaven on March 29, 2022, surrounded by her family, and ending an extended battle with Alzheimer's disease. Kay was born in Leavenworth, Kansas, on November 13, 1934 to Verneal and John C. Rector. She married Anthony Palmisano of Kansas City, Kansas in 1956 and they were married for 66 years.
Kay is survived by her loving husband, Tony Palmisano and was a loving and devoted mother to her 8 children, Mari Gronau, Marta Wallace (and Bill), Ann Calvert (and Bill), Sue Friend, Paul Palmisano (and Hildemar), Jim Palmisano, Tony Palmisano (deceased), and Katie Palmisano. She also leaves behind her sister Rose Pletzke (and Dennis), and her 18 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren and many close family and friends. Kay was preceded in death by her son Tony Palmisano, her parents (Verneal and John C. Rector), and her brother John Andrew Rector.
She was a graduate of Immaculata High School and then earned her nursing degree from the Providence Hospital School of Nursing. Kay worked as a Registered Nurse for 48 years at hospitals and medical facilities throughout the Kansas City Metro area. Kay was very involved in Saint Raphaels Catholic church where she served as organist and choir leader for over 20 years.
Visitation will be held from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 4, 2022 at Saint Therese Parish, 7207 NW Highway 9, Kansas City, Missouri 64152 followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m.. Committal service will then be held at the Leavenworth National Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kansas.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made to the benefit of Crossroads Hospice and Palliative Care, (www.crhcf.org), whose staff provided loving and caring support to our Mother and the family. Memories of Kay and condolences may be shared at Meyersfuneralchapel.com
Arrangements entrusted to Meyers Northland Chapel in Parkville Missouri.
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Betsy Connell
April 13, 2022
I remember Kay as a friendly, fun-loving person who was faithful to her church, giving of herself and so proud of her great family. In a few short years, we formed a friendship that I treasure.
Marie Walsh
April 9, 2022
Our sincere condolences to Tony and all your family. Kay was such a wonderful person......willing to help anyone. We missed all of you since moving from Gracemor to Tenn.
Shirley & Larry Simpson
April 5, 2022
Our deepest sympathies are with Tony and the family.
Sorry to hear about Kay's passing. We did not know until I saw it on FB. She was a wonderful person, mother and grandmother and a great friend to all she met. Her winning smile and gentle voice gave comfort to all who met her. Tony and Kay were a big part of our lives and accepted us as part of the family. We will miss her. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers.
Brian Yanez
April 5, 2022
My family and I want to wish you our condolences. We will pray for Kay and your family.
Gwen Royle
April 3, 2022
I remember Kay Palmisano as a kind, beautiful mother of 8 who never seemed flustered and got her crew everywhere they needed to go--often, somehow, in a VW bug! Her kids were all gorgeous and very gifted! She and Tony (Mr. Palmisano to me growing up) were wonderful parents and always kind to the other kid rug-rats like me at swim meets. Heaven gained an angel.
Josephine Villavicencio and Family
April 2, 2022
Our heart and prayers go out to you and all the family. I have always loved Kay and remember many fun days...especially the ones at St Raphael's. God bless you all.
Cheryl Linhart Eskew
April 1, 2022
I´m so sorry for your loss. Keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers .
Dennis E Nelson
April 1, 2022
It is with profound sadness that I hear this news, but comforted that she is in the loving arms of Our Lord. The Nelson family joins me in offering our most sincere condolences at this time, She will forever be remembered for her piano, organ and vocal skills at church and so involved with family. May the good Lord bless and comfort the Palmissano family, and know she is in good hands now.
Terri (Kennard) Turner
April 1, 2022
A precious piece of my childhood. My condolences to you all with prayers for peace and comfort.
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