Kathleen A. "Kath" Smedley

1957 - 2020

Kathleen A. "Kath" Smedley obituary, 1957-2020, Town Of Newburgh, NY

Kathleen A. "Kath" Smedley

1957 - 2020

BORN

1957

DIED

2020

Kathleen Smedley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from May 30 to May 31, 2020.
Kathleen A. "Kath" Smedley
August 1, 1957 - May 28, 2020
Town of Newburgh, NY
Kathleen Smedley, 62, entered into rest on Thursday, May 28, 2020. The daughter of William Milburn, Arlene (Ernst) Strecker and stepfather George Strecker, she was born in Middletown, NY.
Kathy was a loving and caring wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She adored cooking, baking, collecting new recipes, and playing with her rambunctious dog, Teddy. Kathy was an avid reader and crafter, and enjoyed camping with her family. She gave her heart, happiness, and generosity to her Family and Friends. She can now be at peace being reunited with her world, her love, her late husband, Frank Smedley.
In addition to her mother Arlene, Kathy is survived by her stepchildren: Melissa Smedley (South Carolina), Michael Smedley (Tennessee) and Renee Smedley (South Carolina); siblings: William Milburn (Middletown), Patricia Milburn (Warwick), Jeff Strecker and wife Arleen (Minisink), sister-in-law: Judy Smedley (Newburgh); several grandchildren and great grandchildren; and nieces and nephews: David Martine III, Christopher Martine, Cassidee Strecker, Carrie Seaman, Michelle Lasky and husband Frank. In addition to her husband, Frank, she was predeceased by her father, William Milburn, and stepfather George Strecker.
In keeping with Kathy's wishes, a private cremation will take place at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial donations on Kathy's behalf may be sent to the Walden Humane Society.
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June 4, 2020

Renee Smedley posted to the memorial.

June 1, 2020

Donna Strecker posted to the memorial.

May 31, 2020

Melissa Kwiatkowski posted to the memorial.

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Renee Smedley

June 4, 2020

Mama, I dont even know where to begin. Youve been such a blessing. Dad finally had it right with you. You said we were just like your own kids. You treated all those grandkids I gave you just the same. I wish you would have been able to meet your great grandbabies even though I know you loved them just the same. You were so easy to talk to and you understood us better than we did. You always knew the right words or if we needed silence. You were appreciated and loved more than you could know. Youll always be forever loved and truly missed. You are finally reunited with Dad whom I know you missed terribly. I love and miss you Mama.
Love, Renee❤

Donna Strecker

June 1, 2020

Kathy, I will think of you often...., your a beautiful lady inside and out. In the arms of angels I know youll find the peace you so deserve.

Melissa Kwiatkowski

May 31, 2020

Kathy, I will miss you. I love you. You were the best mom anyone could ask for. I'm so glad my dad pick you as my stepmom. RIP and fly high with my dad. You are finally at piece. I love you

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