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Catherine Freehling Obituary

Catherine Freehling, 75, of Tarentum, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at the Embassy of Saxonburg. She was born May 18, 1949, in Natrona Heights, to the late William and Catherine (Debor) Freehling. Catherine was a 1969 graduate of Freeport High School. She was a member of Central Presbyterian Church in Tarentum. Catherine enjoyed her trips to Walt Disney World, trips on the Disney Cruise Line, and her Hawaii cruise. She is survived by her brother, Ronald (Betty) Freehling of Dayton; sister, Donna Freehling of Tarentum; and by numerous nephews, great-nieces, great-great-nephews, and by her cousins. A memorial service for Catherine will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are under the care of the CICHOLSKI-ZIDEK FUNERAL HOME INC., 1522 Carlisle St., Natrona Heights, 724-224-8688. To send an online condolence, please visit www.cicholski-zidekfh.com.

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Published by The Valley News Dispatch on Apr. 4, 2025.

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Kathie Slomkowski Geary

April 6, 2025

We grew up together as youngsters, her grandparents were my neighbors. May she R.I.P.

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