Catherine Connor Didier

1932 - 2014

Catherine Connor Didier obituary, 1932-2014, Fort Wayne, IN

Catherine Connor Didier

1932 - 2014

BORN

1932

DIED

2014

Catherine Didier Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 13, 2014.
Catherine Connor Didier, 82, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday September 13, 2014. Born on June 24, 1932, in Miami Beach, Florida, she was the daughter of the late Timothy and May Pearl (Durand) Connor. A member of St. Jude Catholic Church, Fort Wayne, she served on the church Liturgy Committee and as a Eucharistic Minister. A graduate of St. Mary of the Woods College, she worked as a clinical psychologist, serving children and the elderly. Catherine loved Notre Dame football, knitting, reading, all things Irish and was a strong advocate for women and children's rights.
She is survived by her children, Amy McCorkle, Sean (Bob Savage) Didier, Jack (Betsy) Didier, Tony (Leann) Didier, Christopher (Jackie) Didier, Michael Didier, Timothy (Cassie) Didier, Edward Didier, and Patric Didier; brother, Timothy (Cammille) Connor; 13 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John J. "Jack" Didier; and great-granddaughter, Larissa McCorkle.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30am Wednesday September 17, at St. Jude Catholic Church, 2301Pemberton Drive, Fort Wayne, with calling one hour prior to service, at church. Burial will be in Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorial donations may be given to Vincent House, St. Mary's Soup Kitchen or SCAN
Arrangements under the direction of Klaehn, Fahl, Melton Funeral Home, Fort Wayne, IN.

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September 26, 2014

didier vicki posted to the memorial.

September 19, 2014

Jen Zunt posted to the memorial.

September 17, 2014

Kathy Uebler posted to the memorial.

didier vicki

September 26, 2014

I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Jen Zunt

September 19, 2014

Dear Didier Family. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Your mom and your entire family were such a big part of our childhood and we have so many fond memories of you. Sending many thoughts of peace and love your way. Jenny Zunt and family.

Kathy Uebler

September 17, 2014

Tony & Jack,
Very sorry to hear about your mothers passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this difficult time.

Mark Evans

September 17, 2014

My most sincere condolences to the Didier family. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.

Paula Turk

September 16, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is very difficult. God Bless all of your family.

September 15, 2014

Our sincere condolences on the passing of Aunt Kate. Love and prayers to all, Peggy and John McCadden

Donna & Mike Oakes

September 15, 2014

Your Mother lived a beautiful, rich life of service. Blessings to all of you, and God's peace.

September 15, 2014

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY YOU DRAW CLOSE TO OUR LOVING GOD BY READING HIS WORD, AND FIND COMFORT IN THE HOPE THAT HE GIVES US ALL : OF SEEING OUR LOVED ONES AGAIN IN A BEAUTIFUL NEW PARADISE HOME HERE ON EARTH.

Sandy Stephey (Miller)

September 15, 2014

Tony, Jack, Chris and the rest of the Didier family, I am saddened to hear of the great loss of your mother. I send prayers for comfort and peace during this difficult time. May God Bless.

Deb Stein

September 15, 2014

Jack-thinking of you and all the Didier kids today.

September 15, 2014

Sorry to hear about Aunt Kate passing. Your family is in our thoughts, and prayers.
Dennis and Colleen Nolan

Steve and Colleen Brelsford

September 15, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. S

September 14, 2014

Dear family are prayers are with you. David and Joanie Sholl

Kirk T Lewark

September 14, 2014

So sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Mother! My heart and prayers are with all of you at this time! May your treasured memories of her love last a lifetime!

Whit Hubner

September 14, 2014

She was beautiful and she raised a great man in Tony. Rest in peace.

karen fraser

September 14, 2014

Tony, Cappy, Eddie, Patric, Sean, Amy, Jack, Michael and Tim--our loving thoughts go with you as you mourn the passing of the last parent. Such a portentous milestone. We wish you peace and strength at this time of loss. love from Karen and Michael

Mary Ann and Bob Britton

September 14, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time!

M.Phyllis Lerner

September 14, 2014

Dear Family
I am so saddened to learn of the death of Aunt Kate! She was her own woman. I admired and treasured her for her love and support of her family and her staunch forging of her own path. And I loved just being with her. I keep her, all of you dear ones in my heart and prayers. Love, Phyl( Mary Phyllis Nolan Lerner)

Diana Baucom

September 14, 2014

Tony, Leann and the entire Didier family our prayers are with you in this hard time. If you need anything please let Doug and I know. Love you all.

Cindy Robinson(kase)

September 14, 2014

To the Didier family I am so sorry for your loss my Prayers and thoughts will be with you all GOD BLISS YOUR MOTHER

Jeanne & Steve

September 14, 2014

Thoughts are with you and Jack.

Kathy Hall

September 14, 2014

Sean- My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ron Knepper's sister Kathy

Jon Loomis

September 14, 2014

Tony, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family at this difficult time. Knowing she is at eternal rest with our loving father should be a comfort!

Lisa and Chris Underwood

September 14, 2014

Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your mother. Meg so sorry on the passing of your grandmother.

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