Catherine M. Klepeisz

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Catherine M. Klepeisz

Catherine Klepeisz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Schmidt Funeral Home, P.C. - Nazareth on Apr. 12, 2025.

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Catherine M. Klepeisz, 71, of Bushkill Township, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025 in her home, surrounded by her family. She was married to her High School Sweetheart, Thomas F. Klepeisz, for more than 50 years.
Born in Fountain Hill, she was a daughter of the late Stanley and Dorothy (Heidecker) Jones. Cathy was an alumnus of Nazareth High School Class of 1971. Upon graduation, she entered the field of Cosmetology at Empire Beauty School. Cathy began there as a student, but she quickly grew into a teacher and served as a Director starting in 1985. She was later promoted to Regional Manager and retired after 44 years as the Vice-President of Operations. Cathy was also the recipient of the Chairman's Hall of Fame in 2014.
Cathy was a member of Holy Family Church in Nazareth. Cathy and Tom enjoyed traveling to many destinations with family and friends. Her nieces and nephews brought hours of fun, laughter and mostly smiles to her face. Cathy was always up for a "good time" and especially enjoyed Sunday dinners at "Aimee and Joe's."
And remember, "Drink one to the Queen!"
Survivors: The love of her life, Tom; siblings, Terry Jones and his wife Sally of Sunset Beach, North Carolina, Hugh Jones and his wife Ginger of Pennsburg, Peggy (Jones) Sandt of Nazareth; sister-in-law, Frances (Klepeisz) Habrial and her husband Steve of Bath; brother-in-law, Edward Klepeisz and his wife Caroline of Nazareth; 12 nieces and nephews; many great nieces and nephews. Cathy was also preceded in death by a brother-in-law Donald Sandt.
Services: A Prayer Service will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, April 24, 2025 in the Schmidt Funeral Home, PC, 407 Belvidere Street, Nazareth. A visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until the time of the service in the funeral home. Inurnment will follow at Holy Family Cemetery, Nazareth.
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Cathy to a charity of your choice.

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May 16, 2025

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Marie (Serfass) Kennedy Hosier

May 16, 2025

Dear Tom, Frannie and Ed, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife and sisiter-in-law. I am sure she will be greatly missed.

Kay, Jim and Travis Parsons

April 19, 2025

I am so sad to learn of the passing of my cousin Cathy. Will always remember the good times when we would visit Uncle Stanley and Aunt Dot. Miss our family reunions when we all shared what was going on in our lives. Cathy was such a great person who will b missed by many.

Rosemarie Betz Wenzelberger

April 18, 2025

Cathy was my high school classmate & teacher at Empire. I adored her. She was intelligent, loved people, a laugh that seemed to go on forever, and deep dimples that added to her smile. Having brothers, I often thought what a wonderful sister she would be. May God comfort Tom, family & friends in the days to come. My thoughts & prayers are with you.

Rena M Mack

April 14, 2025

Rest in peace, Cathy. Always will have fond memories of you from grade school.

Kevin Shackles

April 13, 2025

Will miss you Cathy. Lots of memories we had at Empire. Prayers for peace and comfort to the family.

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