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CATHERINE ANN GREER
CATHERINE ANN GREER
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CATHERINE GREER Obituary
CATHERINE ANN
Known to friends and loved ones as Katie Greer, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2017, at the Canterbury Place Hospice in Lawenceville, PA. At 62 years of age, Katie was in the prime of good health when she suffered a traumatic brain injury and subsequently experienced a massive stroke from which she could not recover. An elementary music teacher and skilled vocalist, Katie was dedicated to the children in her care, hoping to instill in all of her students a love of music. Katie was also an accomplished horsewoman, and she raised and trained horses on her small farm in Beaver County, PA. Passionate about the need to preserve the earth, Katie had begun to direct her attention and energy to political advocacy and environmental preservation issues. Independent, intelligent, creative and thoughtful, Katie touched many lives with her kind and relentless spirit. She is survived by her beloved spouse of 26 years, Barb Tervo. She was predeceased by her parents, Mary Alice and James J. Greer. She is also survived by nine sisters and brothers, Mary (Bill) Greer Landon, James (Liz) Greer, Martha (Jim) Greer Hollihan, Patricia Heyl, Lawrence (Michele) Greer, Agnes (Dennis) Haggerty, Margaret Greer, Judith (Thomas) Brooks and Joseph (Aggie) Greer. Denise Tervo, Jay (Barbara) Tervo and Matt (Regina) Tervo are her loving in-laws. Katie and Barb are the much loved aunts of Colleen, Kim, Jim, Joe, Elizabeth, Sarah, Tom, Juliet, Bob, David, Dan, Lauren, Michael, Jamie, Aggie, Denise, Isaiah, Remy, McCall, Joe, Brittany and Jordan, as well as Lindsey (Jason, Romona), Brenden, Ashley and Caroline and many very dear grandnieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 15, 2017, at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 460 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue, PA 15202. Funeral Services, in celebration of her life, will be held at Chippewa United Methodist Church, 2555 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls, PA on Thursday, February 16, 2017, at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Southern Poverty Law Center, 1989 College Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30317 or online at http://www.splcenter.org or the Heifer International, 1 World Ave., Little Rock, AR 72202, or online at http://www.heifer.org.
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Judy
February 12, 2022
Missing you my beautiful sister and doing my best to keep your positive influences alive in my actions and words. Thank you for the loving and creative energy you shared each and every day, teaching me and my children how to live better lives. Love you!
Pat (Buffey) Moran
December 17, 2019
For some reason Katie has been on my mind lately so I thought I'd look on the internet to see if I could find out what she's been doing. I am so shocked to find out that she passed in 2017. My memories of Katie from High School at Mt. Assisi are very fond and delightful. We enjoyed singing and playing on our guitars together and her love of music and life were evident even then at a very young age. She certainly was a bright spot in our world and even though we didn't keep in touch, my heart always had a special place for her.
Katie. ..someday we will meet again and continue our praising God together. . .in song!
April 22, 2019
We miss you Katie!
Maya
April 25, 2018
She was the first teacher to tell me I had a good singing for. At the time, I was terrified of her. She knew I was shy! When you're six, that's basically mind-reading. Now I sing every day.
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Martha S
May 13, 2017
I only met Katie a few times--I bought my house from her--but living here for 16 years, I have heard many fond stories from her neighbors and friends. I remember what the house looked like when I first saw it--bright, simple, with a piano downstairs and art everywhere. She was reassuring, down-to-earth and I liked her instantly. The only thing she asked when I moved in was not to cut down a tree she had planted in memory of a beloved dog. Katie, your tree flourishes and so does your memory. My best thoughts to those who miss her.
Amanda Robinson
March 7, 2017
I'm very sad to hear that Katie passed. Katie made the world a better place. I hope her family finds comfort in her memories.
February 17, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. As a parent of a former Lincoln School student, we saw how well she engaged the students and taught them music -- and the love of music.
With gratitude for her service,
Peter Smith
Elaine (Heyl) Strobel
February 16, 2017
To the Greer Family - my deepest sympathy to all of you - I can still remember Katie singing at Masses I attended at Assumption Church in Bellevue many years ago - she had such a beautiful voice! She certainly led a wonderful life doing the many things she loved. May God's peace be with all of you at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Marilyn Leap
February 16, 2017
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear sister, Katie. May she rest in peace. Marilyn Hogan Leap
Carleen & Bud Haas
February 15, 2017
We send our love and condolences. Our memories of your sister include her passion for the environment and her laughter. She will be missed but carried in so many hearts...we know you will lift each other up and hold each other up as you continue to grieve.
Richard and Carolyn Hughes
February 15, 2017
As the Grandparents of two girls who went through Lincoln school, we got to see Ms. Greer most mornings before school. It was always a pleasure. But even more so, was to see her at the school concerts, full of enthusiasm, justifiably proud of the work of her students, and filled with love for them. She was a dedicated teacher, and a truly good person. She will be missed.
Our condolences to her Spouse, and all of her Family.
February 15, 2017
Barb, I remember Katie from the early days of the Renaissance City Women's Choir--her beautiful, crystal-clear voice and her irrepressible spirit. My heart goes out to you in your loss, and only you know the true depth of that loss. Wishing you comfort and eventual peace.
Peg Sasse
"As perfume doth remain in the folds where it hath lain, so the thought of you, remaining deeply folded in my brain, will not leave me: All things leave me: You remain."---Arthur Simpson
Bob Heyl, Sr.
February 15, 2017
Deepest sympathies to all of the Greer family -- I remember a lot about a much younger Katie, and am not surprised about what I now read as the woman she became.
Thoughts and prayers go out to those left behind. Katie does not need those now. She has made it!
Shari Novalis
February 14, 2017
Purest Love, Light, & Peace to Katie, truly a beautiful soul.... and healing Peace, Love, & Light to all those who've loved her....blessed to have shared some portion of her journey. Love, Light, & Peace to Katie.
Lynn McHale
February 14, 2017
Larry,
I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Courtney Horrigan
February 14, 2017
Our family was so saddened to hear of Ms. Greer's passing. My three children attended Lincoln Elementary, and so spent their elementary school years in Ms. Greer's classroom. Her passion and enthusiasm for music and for her students was evident to the children and to their parents, and the Lincoln Elementary School community will greatly miss her. Our prayers go out to her family and friends.
Patty Brickner
February 14, 2017
Eternal rest grant unto them , O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them .
May the soul of Katie through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Miles Newell
February 14, 2017
Katie's light will never go out as long as we remember.
Joyce Krizman
February 13, 2017
Barb, Judy, Tom, Remy, McCall, And Greer family , you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless your hearts and provide you peace during this time of grief. We are here for you all, should you need anything.
We love you,
Joyce and Janet Krizman
Miles Newell
February 13, 2017
I knew Katie for such a short time, I feel blessed to have gotten to meet her. And my heart breaks for Barb and the entire Greer family.
Terry Mueller
February 13, 2017
Greer Family,
My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Catherine has been in my daily prayers since her accident.
My thoughts and prayers will continue for you.
Terry Mueller, friend of Aggie Greer
Donna Winters
February 13, 2017
I am so shocked and sad to hear of Katie's sudden death. I knew the beauty of her life and voice for a too short time at Seton Hill. Blessed are those who have known and loved her since. May God comfort you all and may Katie enjoy eternal rest in Him.
February 13, 2017
Had the pleasure or 12 years of education with Katie. We were teammates on the Assisi Fiat basketball team and participated in many activities. She had the most beautiful voice and a heart of gold. She will be greatly missed. Carol Munsch Tedesco
Karen Stauffer
February 13, 2017
My three daughters and three of my grandchildren were all taught by Katie at Lincoln. I've attended so many memorable and enjoyable concerts produced by her for her "kids". She will be greatly missed by all who have known her. God bless you for all you had accomplished.
L L
February 13, 2017
The feelings of helplessness can seem overwhelming when coping with the loss of your dear loved one. May you turn to the Inspired Word at Hosea 13:14 for hope and peace.
Erin Vuono
February 13, 2017
I have kids who were in Ms. Greer's class at Lincoln. Ms. Greer was everything you would want in an elementary school music teacher. Her passion for music and fun-loving nature was evident at every show. I personally also thought it was great that she participated in the Faculty vs. Steelers basketball game. She made a great impression on these students and she will be dearly missed.
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