Kathleen Polk

Kathleen Polk

Kathleen Polk Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 15 to Dec. 16, 2010.
POLK , Kathleen On December 12, 2010, at her residence, KATHLEEN LOUISE GELINAS POLK, of Baltimore, MD; beloved wife of the late B. Frank Polk, M.D., and devoted mother of Sarah Polk, MD and her husband, David George of Baltimore, MD and Genevieve Polk of Berkeley, CA; loving grandmother of Maxine and Gavin George of Baltimore, MD; dear sister of Elaine O'Regan of Hartsdale, NY, Margaret Dalva of New York, NY, and the late Peter Gelinas; also survived by nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be offered at 11 AM on January 8, 2011 in St. Ignatius Church, 740 N. Calvert St, Baltimore, MD 21202. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Ignatius Historic Trust Fund, 740 N. Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 or Baltimore Women's Giving Circle at The Baltimore Community Foundation, 2 E. Read Street, 9th Flr., Baltimore, MD 21202, or the B. Frank Polk Faculty Support Endowment Fund, c/o Paul Seifert, Office of External Affairs, Johns Hopkins Bloomsberg School of Public Health, 615 N. Wolfe Street, W1600, Baltimore, MD 21205. Arrangements by the family owned MITCHELL-WIEDEFELD FUNERAL HOME, INC. (410)-377-8300. www.mwfuneralhome.com

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January 8, 2011

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December 25, 2010

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Nik Pilbrow

January 8, 2011

Kathleen was one of those wonderful people that if you are very, very lucky, you will meet in your life. I treasured our friendship and a catch up with her was always a highlight of any visit to Baltimore. I will really miss her wonderful spirit, kind words, wise advice, wit and humour. She was one in a million.

Marcelina Sosa-McGirr

December 25, 2010

My thoughts go out to Genevieve, Sarah & Kathleen's extended family. I knew her fairly well, since I was a friend of Genevieve's in elementary school. I will always remember her and Dr. Polk's kindness when my father had heart surgery. They opened their home and hearts to my parent's and I.
They were truly wonderful people, who will be dearly missed.

December 20, 2010

I am proud to be counted among Kathleen's many friends. We met in New Hampshire and became friends on Cape Cod, a place that was special to Frank and Kathleen and, later, to their daughters. She brought a vibrant life to any setting. I'll treasure her memory.
With heartfelt sympathy to Sarah, Genevieve, and the family,
Linda Simonitsch

Andrew Thomann

December 19, 2010

I worked with Kathleen for a while at T. Rowe Price, and remember her as a kind, smart and funny person. I used to tease her that she was always put together and she would laugh. We had some good times together. I'm saddened at her passing and send my sympathies and prayers to her family. She will be missed.

Tom Lynn

December 18, 2010

The world will not be as bright and happy a place without Kathleen. Her zest and joy, as reflected in her smile and distinctive laugh, were the "rising tide that lifts all boats." She is -- and will always be -- dearly missed. Sincere sympathy to her daughters, extended family, and even more extended network of friends.

Christa McLain Mason

December 16, 2010

Deepest sympathies. Kathleen was gracious, funny, smart and warm. When I tell people I learned to knit a T. Rowe Price they look puzzled. Kathleen taught me (as part of a program to donate hats to the NICU at Hopkins). She was so very patient. Kathleen will be remembered fondly.

Rachel Delahunty

December 16, 2010

Kathleen was my boss at T. Rowe Price ten years ago. She helped me and my line manager through some very troubled times and, despite the fact that we were in London and she was in the US, she was always there for us with a kind word and a smile. She was one of the most positive, caring people I have ever met. When my first child was born, she sent us 'Blueberries for Sal' which is still one of their favourite books. I will never forget her.

Laura Vicari

December 16, 2010

I knew Kathleen pretty well during my years as Cantor at St. Ignatius Church. I am just stunned by this loss.
She was such a lovely, kind, upbeat woman with a great sense of humor. I just remember her always smiling and laughing, and always with a word of encouragement.
I know she is greatly missed.

December 15, 2010

The contributions of both Kathleen Polk and Dr Polk will always be honored at Johns Hopkins Hospital on the Polk Unit.They have made such a significant difference in the lives of so many people.

Rita and Bob Snyder Snyders Painting

December 15, 2010

To the Polk Family" Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Jan Peck

December 15, 2010

How to say in words the sadness of the loss of this extremely intellligent, warm, caring woman who was a true, active paticipant in life.... Kathleen did not sit on the sidelines. I did not know her well, but well enough to appreciate her strength, kindness and generosity. She doted on her children and grandchildren - the loves of her life. Caring thoughts go out to them.

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