Catherine E. Stakel

Re-reading Cathy’s obituary reminded me of the full and blessed life she lived. I was so happy to have shared different phases of her life. Missing her still.

Sister C,
I miss you! I think of you often as I have the "Mother" statue that you created for me on Miss Kitty's altar. I hope you are experiencing the sweet life that you always wanted for me. Reach out as you can as I will be listening and looking for you!
Love,
Bro Barry

I was truly honored to be asked to sing my song "Pilot Light" at Cathy's service this past Saturday. In my mind and heart, I know that Cathy is a keeper of the flame, a spirit whose pilot light was and always will be burning brightly. When my light flickers, I will look to the sky. Thank you Cathy for reminding us all of what is important in life. Shine on my friend... I love you, Anni

Bob and family,
Cathy and I were JMH roommates and her smile remained the same through the years.
Her talents and faith were so evident in her sculptures.
She loved her family and shared so many memories through the years.
Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers .

First, my condolences to Bob, Sons, "Daughters" and Grandchildren - your loss is great.

Memories could fill many guest books. We knew each other for 53 years - from the time we began nursing school and we were part of a "gang of eight". Through transfers and marriages we became the "Four Musketeers" by the time we were juniors. Three months of psych affiliation were a real bonding experience. We were able to remain friends across the years and miles apart. We visited in person several times, and phone calls and emails were a blessing. I will miss her. She joins Vel in heaven - and now there are Two.

Cathy and I spent several years in Italy exploring and discovering, sometimes with John and David and my daughter Tanya. I thought it was the place that made those experiences so magical, but much of it was Cathy - great friend for over thirty years, great mother,wife, sculptor, and world class person.

Condolences to Bob, John and David.I know how much you will miss her.
Judy Whiton

We were classmates in Nursing School.
In the last 4-5 years, we have been in touch frequently.

Cathy was filled with a caring and compassionate heart for all.
She was smart, talented, gentle, and loved and adored her family with passion and joy.

We shared pictures of Grandchidren, and she was thrilled to visit her newest Grandson.

I was a convert to the Christian Faith at age 21 and we shared our faith through many emails. I thank God for her friendship and love.

Our deepest heartfelt condolences to Bob and her precious family. You will remain in our prayers each day,
Dave and Fran Nielsen

So sorry about Cathy. She was a wonderful person.We e\were nursing school classmates

I'm so sorry to hear about Cathy. Sorry that we didn't get together more but we both have had busy and love filled lives. I'm going to try and make it to the memorial service if possible.

Cathy,you wrote in our 1962 yearbook, "Think of all that we have come thru....It's been so much fun knowing you." It meant so much to me at that time.
I thank God that he gave us the past months to renew our friendship. I will truly miss our "chats". Heaven is getting a very special lady. I,also, know in my heart that you have had a wonderful life and a loving family.
God has blessed us and may He bless your family and friends. With much love, Billy