Catherine Eshelman

Catherine Eshelman obituary, Fort Myers, FL

Catherine Eshelman

Catherine Eshelman Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 20, 2025.
Catherine "Cathy" Eshelman, 84, of Fort Myers, FL, formerly of West Avoca, passed away on February 28, 2025.

Born on August 24, 1940, in Pittston, she was the daughter of the late Kathryn (Jacobs) McNulty and Francis McNulty. Cathy graduated from St. John's High School and later married in 1964, raising her family in Avoca. She enjoyed a fulfilling career at Techneglass before retiring to Florida.

Cathy was a compassionate animal lover and a devoted fan of *The Young and the Restless* for over 50 years. She found joy in a good game of Parcheesi and took great pride in hosting family gatherings. Known for her kindness, she was both a member and volunteer at St. Columbkille Church in Fort Myers.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Fred; her children, Cathy Fiorillo of Emmaus, Kelly and Rick Reigner of Gilberts, IL, and Freddy and Nicci Eshelman of Harrisburg; seven grandchildren, Justin Fiorillo, Jacquelyn Quick, Kip Reigner, Tucker Reigner, Kasey Reigner, Marina Eshelman, and Phoebe Eshelman; one great-grandson, Asher Reigner; and her brother, Frank McNulty of Estero, FL.

A Funeral Mass will be held on March 29 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Pittston. Family and friends may pay their respects beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the church. Interment will follow at West Pittston Cemetery.

Cathy's warmth and generosity will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

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