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Katherine "Kathy" Patricia Thompson
August 4, 1948 - July 17, 2024
BUTTE - Katherine "Kathy" Patricia Thompson passed away July 17, 2024 at her home in Butte. She was born in Butte, MT on August 4, 1948, the daughter of Horace and Jean (Badten) Shea. She grew up in Walkerville attending St. Lawrence grade school and graduating from Butte Central High School.
She graduated from the Butte Beauty School and then marred Joseph Eldon Thompson in St. Lawrence Church. He preceded her in death.
Kathy worked for over 31 years with the Environmental Services at the Finlen Hotel from where she retired.
Kathy enjoyed making quilts, crocheting, camping, fishing and spending time with her family.
In addition to her husband, Joe, she was preceded in death by her parents; and step-father, George Anderson; son, Bobby Thompson; brother, Sonny Shea; and her dear friend, Luann Bennett.
She is survived by her children: Amanda Thompson and Tammy Welker; and her grandchildren: Haley, Callie, Lilly and Will Ahlborn, Hannah and Kyler Welker; great-grandchildren: Jaqueln and Ben. She is also survived by her sisters: Millie Williams, Nenna Anderson and Ann Shea.
In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, July 31, at 11:00am in St. Patrick's Church.
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Dan Shea
August 1, 2024
The laundry is done, now Rest in Peace Kathy!
Pauletta Lavelle
July 30, 2024
I remember going camping with Kathy at Delmo lake. Her friend had 4 wheeler, took her for a ride, when they got back he had wrecked her and the 4 wheeler. Camping trip over
Janice Muniz
July 27, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
My love & prayers to Tammy, Amanda and all of Kathy's family & friends. May her memories hold dear in your hearts. Rest in peace Kathy.
Janice Muniz
Leslie Das
July 27, 2024
Kathy, or Pat as we called her in the Walkerville neighborhood where we grew up, was a wonderful childhood friend. Even as a child, she was kind and considerate. I never heard he say a bad word about anyone.
May she rest in peace.
Susan Mowers
July 27, 2024
We are so sorry to hear of Patty's passing. There are many fond memories of our time spent in Butte at Aunt Jean's home.Grace and Peace to you and your families.
The Badten's, Vicki,Dave,Linette and Susan
Fritz Daily
July 26, 2024
Annie, and family, So sorry to hear of the passing of your sister Kathy. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
My favorite song to help with healing---Beyond the Rainbows End---https://youtu.be/HqLuB9V_sg4
Teri n Bill Tregear
July 24, 2024
Millie, so sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace.
Arvella Holliday
July 24, 2024
She was one of the kindest and sweetest ladies I ever knew. I have memories of younger days with her that I will always remember. She never said a bad word about anyone. Prayers to her family
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