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Kathleen O'Hara O'Rourke
1928 - 2020
Kathleen O'Hara O'Rourke
1928 - 2020
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BORN
1928
DIED
2020
Kathleen O'Rourke Obituary
January 14, 1928 ~ September 6, 2020
Our family matriarch, a loving mother who raised 9 children has died. Kathleen peacefully passed away surrounded by family on Sunday, September 6th 2020 in Anthon, Iowa. She was born in Troy NY on January 14, 1928 to Margaret A. Clark and Charles O'Hara. She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Patrick O'Rourke, her daughter Margaret Carroll O'Rourke (Brian) and son Stephen O'Rourke.
She is survived by four sons and three daughters: Kenneth O'Rourke, Susan O'Rourke White (Gary), Timothy O'Rourke (Robin) Nancy Lorenzen (Rick), Elizabeth Peterson (Gary) Michael O'Rourke (Shirley), Daniel O'Rourke (Tresa) along with 26 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.
She entered nursing school while her youngest was yet 3 years old to earn an LPN certificate. She worked as a nurse for many years at Leonard Hospital & Highgate Manor in Troy, NY. Then moved to Utah where she finished the remainder of her career at Cottonwood Hospital in Murray Utah.
She was an avid reader and communicator. She cherished her scriptures and loved sharing the gospel with her family, friends and anyone with an ear to listen. Going on a mission to England and Wales was a major highlight in her life. She loved the culture and the people and toured Ireland before returning home. She often shared stories of her experiences.
She will be laid to rest beside her husband at the Murray City Cemetery in Murray Utah on Friday September 18, 2020. Kathleen will be missed by her loving extended family and dear friends.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Goff Mortuary 8090 S. State in Midvale UT.
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Ken O'Rourke
September 11, 2023
Mom, time passes by but the memories of the life we shared together remain and continue to be part of us who shared your love.
Nancy O'Rourke Lorenzen
November 27, 2021
I love you mom. Miss you so much. Thankyou for everything you taught me. Thankyou for loving me.
Ken O'Rourke
September 17, 2020
Kathleen O'Hara O'Rourke's parents were Charles and Margaret O'Hara of Troy, NY. She married Thomas Patrick O'Rourke in 1948.
Lori Larsen
September 15, 2020
Dear Family,
Your mom was such an inspiration to me. I had the fortunate blessing of working with the many residents of Willowood in a religious capacity and Kathleen was one of the special people in my life. I was her ministering sister for a time and we grew very close. It was difficult to keep in touch as often when she moved away to assisted living, but we did keep in touch by phone. She was always able to lift my spirits. Her sense of humor is unrivaled and always brought a smile to my face. I will miss her testimony, which she shared often, and her wonderful smile. Your mother is something very special and I am grateful to have known her.
Lori Larsen
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Krissy Thomas
September 15, 2020
There are not enough words to describe the void and heart ache that this amazing angel of a human has left. Gramma, you are the best of us. This mortal life has been blessed by having you here. Until we meet again. I love you.
Myrna
September 14, 2020
Was she related to the late Steve wood?
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