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1958
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2020
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Katherine Asmar Obituary
Katherine Ann (O'Donoghue) Asmar, passed away unexpectedly in her sleep at home March 26, 2020.
She was born in Worcester, the daughter of the late Elsie M. (Conroy) O'Donoghue Collins and Eugene O'Donoghue. Kathy was a loving mother to her sons Joshua Thomas Asmar of Leominster and Barry Andrew Aslanian, Jr. of Shrewsbury. She was sadly predeceased by her eldest son, Christopher Louis Asmar. Kathy is also survived by her partner of 30 years, Barry A. Aslanian, with whom she made her home, as well as his extended family, her own brothers and sisters, Donna Wilson, of Scottsdale, AZ, Brendan O'Donoghue and his wife, Terrie, of Rochdale, Billy O'Donoghue, Danny O'Donoghue, both of Worcester, Karen Collins and her partner Doug Hagman of Rutland, and many nieces, nephews and lifelong friends. She was also predeceased by her dear Aunt Shirley Katherine O'Donoghue after whom she was named and for whom she held a special place in her heart. Kathy was a graduate of Doherty Memorial High School in Worcester. She worked for many years for the IRS in Fitchburg and most recently for Republic Parking in downtown Worcester.
Katherine was a simple woman who kept herself busy by always taking care of the ones she loved. She loved to be outside, loved her family, her coffee, her music and she loved her God, as a devout Catholic all her life.
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Due to current restrictions, funeral services will be private. Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her name to the Genesis Club, Inc., 274 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605.
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Karen kasabula
June 15, 2020
Happy birthday sweet lady. I will miss out thanksgivings. Love ya Karen
Patrick Aubuchon
April 1, 2020
Barry & family,
I am so very sorry to hear of Kathy's death. I am thinking of you during this time.
Donna
March 31, 2020
Childhood memories...so many. Kathy was full of life. She loved her boys very much. A gentle and kind soul. You will be missed.
Christine lamarche
March 31, 2020
I send my condolences to everyone Kathy has known,I hung out with Kathy back into the high school days and shared many of good times.kathy will always live on in my memories.
Mark Colcord
March 29, 2020
Josh, I`m sorry to hear of your moms passing. Thinking of hou and may God bless you and your family.
Penny Richardson
March 28, 2020
She was loved dearly by every life she touched.
Cindy Kuipers
March 28, 2020
Karen and family I am so sorry for your loss❤
Karen c
March 28, 2020
I would have never made it up Carlisle Rd without her I was 2ft tall and chunkkky she weighed a whole 65 pounds and true to who she is she carried me all the way home. ❤❤ Just like the angels will for you Kathie. Love your little sister Karen
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