Kathleen Marie Burkhart

Kathleen Marie Burkhart Ramona Kathleen was our Angel on earth and passed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior April 19, 2016. Born in San Diego, CA, Kathleen attended three schools for the handicapped. She always loved going to school. She completed her 18th year at Mission Beach School for the handicapped. Kathleen moved with her family to Ramona, CA, in 1975 and lived there until 2007. For the last nine years she resided at Palomar Vista Care Facility in Escondido, CA, where she met many wonderful, caring new friends. The family would like to thank all the caregivers that cared so much for Kathleen during the time she was with them.Kathleen was a kind, caring, loving person who always put everyone else's needs before her own. She never met anyone she didn't consider a friend. She loved life, friends, the holidays, playing bingo and family was the most important to her. Growing up Kathleen had many pets and loved them all.Her older sister, Georgia, who Kathleen loving called "Gi", was not only her best friend but her protector and was always there for anything Kathleen needed.Kathleen was preceded in death by her father, George Burkhart, in 2007. She leaves behind her mother, Anna Burkhart; sisters, Georgia (Bill) Schaefer and Kristine (Mark) Tiersma; brothers, Michael (Susanne) Burkhart and Kim (Julie) Burkhart; and many nieces and nephews.A graveside memorial service will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to the American Legion of Ramona in the name of her father, George R Burkhart, or an organization of your choice. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/obituaries/ ramonasentinel . May 25, 1954 - April 19, 2016