Catherine O'Hara obituary, 1954-2026, Los Angeles, CA

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Catherine O'Hara

1954 - 2026

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Jacob Barton

March 21, 2026

Thanks for being our Home Alone Mom

Darlene

March 21, 2026

To the family, many, many friends, colleagues and fans of this wonderful actress Ms. Catherine O'Hara fine comfort with you during this difficult time in your lives. We will miss Ms. Catherine O'Hara. She was the "SCTV" comedian and actress who went on to star in "Home Alone," "Best in Show," "Schitt's Creek," and many other movies and TV shows. We enjoyed the shows and movies to whom she brought much laughter and joy too. May the love and the special memory you shared and cherish with her show just how much your life was touched by her. May you find comfort in your wealth of fond memories together with Ms. Catherine O'Hara. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Ms. Catherine O'Hara. She will be greatly missed but not forgotten.

Tina Trevino

March 15, 2026

Going be missed good actress

Allison Trent

March 14, 2026

I loved watching home alone growing up, but now that your gone, i wouldve loved getting to meet you but i never did, you will be missed by everyone you love and all the people who loved watching your acting, home alone always made me laugh and your the reason i laughed and had a good childhood

Curina Thomas

March 14, 2026

Dear Catherine, if your watching me type this god bless you and you are missed by so many. Your movie home alone really made me light up with joy and i didnt know you had passed away, Congrats on winning move actress of the year. Fly high angel.

sean hurst thompson

March 14, 2026

hi Catherine, i will miss you so much i loved watching your home alone movies midss you in my heart

sean hurst thompson

March 14, 2026

mama i miss you i want you to be by my side every day you will be missed i still want you to be with me in my heart i want to write you leeter but i didnt nhsave time to do it but now i love you i will miss you so muchxxx

sean hurst thompson

March 8, 2026

i m sending my condolence to Catherine O Hara i liked watching her on home alone movie i will deeply miss her so much deep down in my heart

Patsy Wilhelm

March 6, 2026

The Best of the best.

Preston davies

March 4, 2026

Even though I Did not know Catherine O'Hara personally, Her memory of here lives on in me through her many roles that she has acted. Whether it was a main role such as Schitts creek, or even her guest starring roles in modern family, she was always able to make me smile without putting other people down. When she played the book sales person who wrote, "Cleaning out your junk drawer" I laughed every single minute of that episode when she was on the screen. Another thing I remember of her is the commercials she does for the Canada food bank. She would take time out of her life to help encourage people to do the right thing, what was best for all Canadians. She is truly a Canadian legend, and will live on forever in my heart. Thank you Mrs, O'Hara for all that you did, and will continue to do. May your spirit live on forever.

Gail Virden

March 4, 2026

Just another fan who loved everything you ever did.. you made me laugh til I snorted coffee. What a beautiful genius you will always be and my sister and daughter will always love you and laugh at your reruns til we can laugh together forever

J Hoffman

March 1, 2026

A beautiful tribute to an unbelievable talent. She remained humble and kind, despite having been in iconic movies/tv shows such as Best In Show and Scitt´s Creek. Catherine was a genius in selecting roles and truly shone in every one of them. I will genuinely miss her amazing performances and irresistible energy and wit. Rest in peace Catherine, we love and miss you so much.

Eric Samson

February 27, 2026

She was a great one. Look over us. Keep us laughing.

Christel Van Huff

February 26, 2026

I am watching Schutt´s Creek , again one of my favorites. Her pronunciation of baby (Baba) is hilarious and I love using it. Truly one of the greatest!

Linda Ann Friesen

February 25, 2026

Thank you Katherine for all the laughs,,,! Especially after my husband died.

I would also like to thank Katherine's family for sharing her amazing talents with us all these years..

She will be greatly missed in my home

Linda Friesen
Faithful Fan

Cathleen Gillette Gates

February 25, 2026

You will be missed.

mia may

February 24, 2026

beautiful talented actress, gone too early.

Stevie Moore

February 22, 2026

Thank you for making me laugh since I was a kid. Your expression when you return home to Kevin in Home Alone makes me cry every time, too. What an amazing actress. We miss you already.

Debbie Litwhiler

February 21, 2026

RIP sweetie, you will be missed! My condolences to all who loved you!

Teri Richeson

February 20, 2026

One of the best actresses of all time. Will miss her greatly.

Anonymous

February 18, 2026

She was amazing in the home alone movie when she lost Kevin and her husband in the movie she was an amazing actress RIP Catherine

Logan Flaherty

February 15, 2026

She really touched my heart in her acting

BECKI TERRY

February 15, 2026

CONDOLENCES TO CATHY'S FAMILY . SHE WILL BE MISSED

Thomas

February 12, 2026

Rip fly high sweet girl you are my childhood hero

Allison Trent

February 12, 2026

She will definently be missed, I loved watching home alone growing up, I always thought the movies were so funny

victor

February 12, 2026

My Condolences.

Sheila Gilligan

February 11, 2026

No one could make me laugh as much as Ms. O´Hara on the screen. Such a loss during these turbulent times...

Lynn

February 11, 2026

What a loss, she was the best she will be missed for sure.

Irma Angelica Rodriguez

February 11, 2026

Ms.O Hara,
Miss your presence on the silver screen.
Am certain you are shining Brightly in Heaven.
My Sincerest Condolences to your family.

Truly,
Irma Angelica Rodriguez

John and Barb K.

February 10, 2026

Such a beautiful and talented Actress taken too soon.. Catherine had that Contagious Smile that was so sweet and so sincere that You couldn't help but to Smile and Laugh with Her as well. Rest in Peace Catherine.

Donna Brooks

February 10, 2026

Thank you, funny Lady, for all the laughs. You were truly one of a kind, Catherine O'Hara RIH

Rosanne Malowany

February 9, 2026

Your graceful presence and comical talents are the wonderful keepsake memories I shall honour in my life.

Lynn Kirby

February 9, 2026

Catherine O'Hara was a wonderful comedic actress and entertainer. By all accounts she was a wonderful person, too. I first followed her on SCTV from the 1980s and saw nearly all of her movies and sitcoms up to the present. She and the rest of the SCTV gang were brilliant in their character creations and sketches. They were the reason that I grew to love Improv.

Although her life was sadly cut short, Catherine had a life filled with love, laughter, friendship, and creativity. She will be greatly missed by her beloved family, friends, colleagues, and fans around the world. Now she remains immortal in the creative work she leaves behind. My condolences go out to her husband Bo, her sons Mathew and Luke, and her siblings and family members.

R.I.P., Catherine. You and John Candy have a lot of catching up to do.

JOSEPH MCULKIN

February 9, 2026

THE HOME ALONE KID AND CATHERINE WE WERE BEST FRIENDS I ACTUALLY LIVED NEXT TO CATHERINE EVERYDAY SHE WOULD INVITE ME PLACES AND SHE ALWAYS WANTED TO HANGOUT SHE WAS JUST AN ANGEL FROM HEAVEN A WEEK BEFORE HER PASSING SHE TOLD ME THAT SHE WAS NOT AFRAID OF DYING AND THAT SHE ENJOYED LIFE SHE WILL BE TRULY MISSED SHE WAS MY ONLY FRIEND I COULD TRUST AND WOULD NEVER JUDGE ME REST IN PEACE CATHERINE HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON IN THE FUTURE .SINCERELY, JOSEPH MCULKIN

Joel Gilliam

February 9, 2026

She was an amazing actor and I'll miss her

Aulenbacher family

February 9, 2026

deepest condolences to Catherine's family and friends.

James mcguire

February 8, 2026

I love, miss, and hope for good in her after life in heaven. May God AND Jesus be with you

JS

February 8, 2026

Hi Katherine,I love your movies, Home Alone of course and Beetlejuice, and every Saturday morning I go to Dreams come true music studio, and you are my inspiration! Hope you Rest in peace, and I´ll see you one day!

Sabrina pridemore

February 8, 2026

Television will not be the same anymore. I am in the process of watching schitts creek entire episodes for the 2nd time. She is such an amazing actress and will never be forgotten. Her legacy will live on and the new ones can watch her and learn from the best. Thank you Catherine for all you have done for us. Rest easy now.

Jamie Zamluk

February 8, 2026

As a child, I used to sneak downstairs and watch SCTV, while everyone was asleep. I delighted in her role in Bettlejuice, loved her in the Home Alone movies and Miora is my favorite Schitts Creek character.
Im not ready to live in a world without Catherine O'Hara.
A light like hers, doesnt come along often and now, everything is a bit dimmer, without her here.
I hope she is as surrounded in as much light and laughter she brought to us while she was here on Earth.

Julie Sloman

February 7, 2026

Hi Catherine
Saturday Dreams Come True Music like Home alone 1 2 Miss you

Bruce Bornstein

February 7, 2026

Tragic loss too soon Catherine. You are a legendary actress and I share with you as a proud Canadian who was adored nation and world wide. You made this world so much better with your talent.

Brennen Garcia

February 7, 2026

My thoughts and prayers are with you!

May you Rest in Peace

Lord Jesus Name. Amen

Brennen Garcia

February 7, 2026

I will missed you. Rest in Peace

Jo C

February 7, 2026

The world was better with Catherine in it and will continue to be so through her legacy of love and laughter. Sincere condolences to her husband, sons, family and friends.

Kathleen Cicilioni

February 7, 2026

I loved Catherine.. she was sweet, so funny, wonderful actress and so much more. This world is a little bit sadder now that she´s gone. I will probably watch all her movies over and over just to keep her alive. Thoughts and prayers for her and her family and friends. R.I.P. Catherine. You will certainly be missed !!

Yvonne Sullivan

February 6, 2026

I always wanted to meet you and share a lunch together. What a beautiful soul and person you were to share your talents with us and raise me up when feeling down. Deepest condolences to your family and friends. Much love from a fan in Texas!! "God loves a terrier"!

Luff

February 6, 2026

Catherine O hara not know well her was actress on home alone and schitts creek and beetle juice

Xander Taylor

February 6, 2026

Catherine helped me though the bad times like when my depression flared up and all I had to do was turn on Schitt's creek, or home alone, or beetlejuice and laugh at Catherine and all would be right in the world, and I like others who didn't know her are probably in mourning and to make it better I like to think this Catherine left us because we were old enough to be home alone and then she found her Charles and boarded the soul train. sorry for this being long I'm just a superfan who is super sad about her passing may she rest in peace and let her live on on the big screen and in our hearts.

William

February 6, 2026

Eternal Rest Grant Her O Lord And Let Perpetual Light Shine Upon Her, May She And All The Faithful Departed, Through Your Mercy And Grace, Rest In Peace. Amen

Kathryn D´Angelo

February 5, 2026

Loved her in the movies & tv shows. Watching Home Alone will never be the same again. One of my favorite memories of her is in Schitts Creek. Her & Dan Levy fold in the cheese! Made me laugh hysterically! Thanks for the laughs Catherine, you were one of a kind

Jim Jaffri

February 5, 2026

Rest in peace, Catherine. You bought joy to many throughout the years with your quirky characters and on screen presence. A true legend.

Matt Jones

February 5, 2026

May the God of all comfort be with the family as they endure this difficult time.

Robert Beatson

February 5, 2026

Rest in peace Catherine. You are already missed

Matthew McGuire

February 5, 2026

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Judith Pottins

February 5, 2026

A bright light has gone out. RIP.

Christina Slater

February 5, 2026

Catherine O´Hara was a Great Actress. Soo Funny, Beautiful and poised. Always Gave Her Audience a Million Laughs, Smiles and Tears. She´ll ALWAYS Be Remembered as Kevin´s Mom. RIP Catherine. Thanks For ALL The Memories. My Deepest Condolences to Your Family.

Yvonne Barrus

February 5, 2026

Thank you for sharing your many talents with us Catherine. You made us all laugh, which brought so much needed happiness. May your new journey bring you peace and laughter and a joyful reunion with your family and friends. May your husband Bo and sons Matthew and Luke continue to feel your love and guidance. God bless you forever.

Jo

February 5, 2026

My daughter knew Catherine and said she was such a lovely lady and oh so funny. What really got me was Catherine's genuine smile when she embraced Macaulay Culkin on returning home. Her beautiful light shone through at that moment. The outpouring of love for this woman is truly wonderful. Rest In Peace, dear Catherine, the Angels are so lucky to have you!

Ethan

February 4, 2026

loved her in home alone

Joan

February 4, 2026

Catherine Ohara was a Canadian Icon and her wonderful humour and talent will be missed by all. RIP Catherine, now go see John candy, Gilda Radner and all the other talented Canadian artists who were gone too soon

Peter Gregory

February 4, 2026

Loved her in Schitt's Creek!

Abneet D

February 4, 2026

Hello, When I watched you in Home Alone you seemed like a really kind person. It is one of my favourite holiday movies. I am sorry for your family's loss. My deepest condolences to the loved ones in your family. You will be missed.

Randolph

February 4, 2026

It was around 1983 and I was walking down a street in Toronto and noticed this gorgeous woman walking up the street towards me and as I got closer I noticed it was Catherine! I looked at her and said hi and she waved at me with a twinkle in her eye and said: hi ya sexy! Then we parted ways. It was incredible! I grew up watching her on sctv and years later watched her films and of course her fantastic role on schitts creek. There will never be another funny lady like her! She made us all laugh and made the world a much funnier place. Rest in peace!

Lisa Weiner

February 4, 2026

to catherine o'hara,
You were a very talented actress. I enjoyed watching you in the movies Home alone parts 1&2. and beetlejuice. my prayers go to your friends and family. Lisa Weiner

Sam

February 4, 2026

Gone to soon rest in eternal paradise Catherine. I love watching you preform in beetle juice and home alone you were amazing. You grew your wings way to early but I guess the heavens needed the best angel. Your now with the legendary John Candy in the clouds above. Sleep tight Catherine. Gone but never forgotten.

Karianne

February 3, 2026

Catherine O´Hara was my whole entire childhood. Such a loss. Rest in peace.

Cathy Knott.

February 3, 2026

Dreams Come True Music Studio is sorry to hear of the passing of Catherine O´Hara. They will sing a song for her.

Janine Showen

February 3, 2026

RIP sweet Catherine

Jason Willbanks

February 3, 2026

Sorry for ur loss

Nicholas Lockyer

February 3, 2026

RIP we will miss you

Marcus Cooper

February 3, 2026

The pain I feel from your passing Catherine is unbearable. What kind of person, whom you´ve never met, can make someone feel like that? Make you feel so proud of them and so loved. I can´t begin to fathom how your family is coping and can only send my heartfelt wishes that they overcome such a tragic loss as this and live on in the warm embrace of your love and spirit. The best tribute I´ve seen so far is from Michael Buble. I urge every family member, friend and Canadian to read it. Catherine and I were both born in Toronto at the very same time and now for the first time in my entire life she is no longer in it. Life will never be the same. Thank you for your talent, soul, love and memories. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Jenna Murphy

February 3, 2026

Rest in peace iconic legend aka Sally you will forever be missed but never forgotten

Chanel Jaramillo

February 3, 2026

She was amazing!! I was hooked after her home alone movies!! She was one of a kind!!

Mary Mitchell (Cleveland,Ohio)

February 3, 2026

Thank you so much for the significant impact in my life as the person and entertainer and artist that you were. While at dinner with my family this past Sunday my 12 year old said, "mom you look like the mom from home alone" I said, "thank you sweetheart, that is a beautiful compliment", it took everything not to break down into tears in front of everyone, best compliment ever, which felt like winning a golden globe from my child. So Catherine my most favorite TV Moms, Delia,Kate,Moira, I wish you heaven. Thank you for everything, you will be missed tremendously
Love Always,
Mary Mitchell
Cleveland Ohio

Julie S

February 3, 2026

Christine Newert

February 3, 2026

Such a talented, loving, kind person. My favorite work of Catherine's was Best in Show. That's how I will remember her. My condolences to her family, friends, and her fans around the world. RIP Catherine O'Hara, you will be missed.

Janice Carbin Egan

February 3, 2026

Catherine, you will be missed. You were amazing in all that you did. I was always a fan of yours because my great-great grandmother and you shared the same name. You were the best. My condolences to all your family members. RIP

Cindy Birrell

February 3, 2026

My deepest condolences to Catherine's family and friends. All of Canada mourns her loss. It feels like we've lost a family member. I will miss her. Heaven has gained their brightest star! Rest in peace dear Catherine.

Mak

February 3, 2026

Such a beautiful person and actor. May the God of Comfort be with the friends and family

Debra Maxwell

February 3, 2026

The world lost a great one! It's not Christmas without Catherine yelling, "Kevin"! Every time I hear "The Banana Boat Song", I always think of her doing that ridiculous dance at the dinner table. It won't be the same without her here. And yet, she will always be with us. Rest well, Catherine.

Tonya Bielski

February 3, 2026

Thank you for the laughs! You were a true blessing to comedy, and the world in general.

Ellen Giles

February 3, 2026

MY CONDOLENCES R.I.P BLESSINGS

Linda Fournier

February 2, 2026

Sincerest condolences to your dear family, you will be missed by many. May all the treasured memories help you through this difficult time.

Jessica Fallen

February 2, 2026

Loved her in the Home Alone movies she was a great actress will miss her rip Catherine O Hara her birthday near mind March 6

Roslyn Rus

February 2, 2026

My Heart-felt condolences go out to Catherine's husband Bo, sons and other family members, including those here in Canada ... Catherine will be greatly missed by all here on Earth, yet she will undoubtedly be continuing to make others laugh, in the Heavenly Realms and elsewhere! Her Spirit / Presence shall live on here, forever. Sincerely, Roslyn.

Lauren Jones

February 2, 2026

You were amazing in all your roles. Gone to soon. Rest in Peace.

Karen Thiede

February 2, 2026

You will be missed! I have always thought you were one funny lady. I´m so sorry for your family´s loss

Linda Kelly

February 2, 2026

I will always remember in Home Alone one and two when she yelled Kevin May God comfort you during this difficult time

1Mitzvah

February 2, 2026

Energy never dies even though it transitions. Knowing that Catherine O´Hara´s energy brought such iconic moments to the roles that she played is small comfort but a comfort just the same that we will be able to revisit when watching them again - and again - and again. The 2004 Oscar segment with Eugene Levy showed the breadth of her talent, friendship, and joy that she brought to every moment which was unquestionably reciprocated by all those in her sphere and beyond. Peace be upon her.

Lisa Weiner

February 2, 2026

To Catherine O'hara,
You were a very talented actress. i enjoyed watching you in the movies Home alone parts 1&2. I also enjoyed watching you in the movie Beetlejuice. You made me laugh. My prayers go to your family and friends. Lisa Weiner

Jamie allen

February 2, 2026

Will miss your smile amd every christmas will be special watching home alone rip !

Emily

February 2, 2026

I miss you Catherine O'Hara! I loved you on Home Alone 1 and 2! RIP.

Jesse Hammers

February 2, 2026

I cried when I found I she had passed. I first ever saw her on Beetlejuice, then Home Alone, I contunied to watch any movie or show she starred in. She was an amazing actress, there was only one Catherine O'Hara. I hope to see and meet Catherine in Heaven some day... One of her quotes in Beetlejuice was "This is my art, and it is dangerous. You think I want to die like this!" And another was "I will go insane. And I will take you with me." She took acting to a whole new level and it was wonderful. I'm 17 years old and if I get a daughter in the future her name is going to be Catherine O'Hara Hammers to dedicate Catherine O'Hara's name & her legacy. Her death was very unexpected, it shocked me, I will continue to think of Catherine everyday like I have been.

Coco Arias

February 2, 2026

Katherine O'Hara was beyond funny. She had great timing and was committed to her art. As an actor, she had this presence. If she were in the room, you never knew what she was going to do and therefore could not take your eyes off her. Thank you, Ms. O'Hara.

Suzanne MaGee

February 2, 2026

What a special woman. Making people laugh is a gift and priceless. RIP

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