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Catherine A. Kirkman

Catherine Kirkman Obituary

Catherine A. Kirkman of Gilford, formerly of Dracut; 58 GILFORD, NH Catherine Ann Kirkman, 58, of Gilford, NH, died at her home on Saturday, July 26, 2008. Catherine was born December 15, 1949 in Stoneham, MA, the daughter of John J. and Stella (Kusch) O'Leary. She had lived in Salem, NH for 13 years and graduated from Salem High School in 1968. Catherine lived for 20 years in Dracut, MA, and was employed by the Dracut School System when the children were young so that she would be home with the kids after school. She had summered at Lake Shore Park in Gilford since 1963 and had been a resident of Gilford for the past 12 years. Catherine loved to travel with her husband, and enjoyed gardening, cooking and interior/exterior decorating. She was well known for her decorating abilities and was sought out by friends and family for decorating tips. She was involved in designing and planting many of Lake Shore Park's flower arrangements/gardens. Cathy was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Survivors include her husband of 40 years, Alan C. Kirkman of Gilford; a daughter, Bridgette Braley and her husband, Charles of Dracut; a son, Rodney Kirkman and his companion, Heather Dumais of Nashua; 2 grandchildren, Molly Braley and Maximilian Kirkman; 4 brothers, Jack O'Leary of Boston, James O'Leary of Danville, NH, Steve O'Leary of Oviedo, FL, and Dennis O'Leary of Derry, NH; several nephews and nieces. KIRKMAN Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, July 29, 2008 from 5-8 P.M. at the Wilkinson-Beane Funeral Home 164 Pleasant St., Laconia NH. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Joseph Church, 30 Church St., Laconia, Wednesday, July 30 at 10:00 A.M. The Rev. Gary Kosmowski, pastor of the church will be the celebrant. Burial will follow in the Raymond C. Wixson Memorial Garden, Gilford. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Mass General Hospital Gillette Center for Women's Cancers, 32 Fruit St., Boston, MA 02114. The Wilkinson-Beane Funeral Home & Cremation Services 164 Pleasant St., Laconia, NH is in charge of the arrangements. For more information and to view an on line memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane .com

Published by Lowell Sun on Jul. 28, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Catherine Kirkman

18 Entries

Kalene & Shane

August 20, 2008

Bridgette & Family,

I was so honored to have met your Mother before her passing; to think she waited until Shane and I arrived well after dinner to meet us. Just goes to show you the strength and beauty in her genuiness of character. Our thoughts are with you and your family, Always Kalene & Shane.

Diane Durbn

August 20, 2008

Al & Family,
As I write this the tears are falling for a friend gone too soon. Just heard yesterday and my heart goes out to you.
All I see is the class clown and the smiling face from grade school and into high school. Seems like yesterday she was walking beside me down the hall.
I Hope knowing that others feeling the pain of her loss can somehow help you today and in the future.
My sincere condolences.
Diane (Lundberg) Durbin

Marlene C.

August 20, 2008

Bridgette,
I know how hard it is to lose your mom, but just remember your are not alone, and she will always be with you. Her love will always be with you keeping you safe and warm.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bridgette Braley

August 20, 2008

Mom....
We cannot express the loss we feel now that you are gone. You will always be with us! Lots of Love,

Bridgette, Charlie, Molly, Rod, Heather, Max and Papa!

Fortunato & Joan Carello

August 4, 2008

Dear Jack, We wish to express our sympathy to you and your family at the loss of your sister, Catherine.
Affectionately,
Fortunato ( Fortch) and Joan Carello

Carolyn Braley

July 31, 2008

To The Kirkman Family,
Our condolences, to the entire family. Although Kathy is gone,she will always remain with you in your thoughts and in your hearts. Sending love and prayer your way.
The Braleys

Gary Boivin

July 30, 2008

Al and family,
My deepest condolences to each of you who shared the rich life of my dear cousin Cathy.
None of us is genius enough to know why the lovely people among us suffer so, but seeing her face in the memorial has given me more strength to face our own tests of endurance here in Phoenix. Cathy was a marvel, and a treasure in my heart.

Christine (Kavanaugh) Blanchette

July 29, 2008

Bridgette,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your Mom was always so kind to me as a kid. I've often thought of you and your Mom. My thoughts are with you.

Lisa Kimball

July 28, 2008

Al,

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Terry and Ruthy Robinson

July 28, 2008

To Al and to All of Kathy's family.

I call her Kathy because that's what we all called her back in High School. I can still picture what she looked like back then. I have a couple of funny pictures of her in my year book. What a sweetheart and a pleasure to know. Our Love, thoughts and prayers are with Kathy and all of you.

Terry & Ruthy (Galloway) Robinson

carol horgan

July 28, 2008

Bridgette, How sad we are to learn of your mother's death. We hope that you find comfort in knowing what joy and happiness you gave your mother in her life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time. love, carol and jim horgan

Alan & Patti Lydiard

July 28, 2008

Alan,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Catherine will be missed by all who knew her.

Joan Ferrari

July 28, 2008

Bridgett,

So sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. It is so hard to let them go. Always remember that no one loves like your Mom and she will be with you forever.

Sincerely,

Denis o Callaghan

July 28, 2008

Sincere Sympathy to Jack o Leary, his Family and the Family of Catherine on your recent sad loss. The good memories you all have of Catherine will get you through this sad time. We will Pray for the Repose of her Soul.

Terry Atwood

July 28, 2008

Bridgette,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I hate that you are hurting. Wishes for peace and comfort to you and your family. Remember, to live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. Hugs!

Harry Valentine

July 28, 2008

Jack
I was so sorry to learn of the passing of your sister. I have never met you or your family, but have gotten to know you through e mails about the military service of our fathers. You and your family will be in the thoughts and prayer of our family. We hope you have many wonderflu memories of your sister to sustain you through this difficult time.
Harry, Debbie, and James Valentine

Scott Urice

July 28, 2008

Heartfelt condolences to Jack O'Leary and the entire family on the loss of Catherine. God be with you all at this time of sorrow and loss. Our family's prayers are with you.

Erin Camara

July 28, 2008

Bridgette,
I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Erin Camara (Mahoney)

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