Kathleen A. Atkins

Kathleen A. Atkins obituary, Springfield, PA

Kathleen A. Atkins

Kathleen Atkins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Leary Funeral Home Ltd. on Nov. 9, 2025.

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Kathleen (Boothby) Atkins, age 41, of Glenolden, PA, passed away peacefully at her home on November 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born and raised in Delaware County, Kathleen was a proud graduate of Archbishop Prendergast High School and Neumann University. She will be remembered for her kindness, strength, and radiant smile.
Kathleen was a lifelong Phillies and Flyers fan, never missing a game. The kitchen was Kathleen's happy place, where she found joy in cooking and baking. Above all, Kathleen cherished time spent with her family, friends, and her beloved dog, Palmer.
She is survived by her Husband, Ryan Atkins; her parents, George and Kathy Boothby; her sister, Maureen Boothby; her brother, George Boothby, and his fiancée, Kate Quirantes; and her dog, Palmer; She is also survived by her aunts, uncles, cousins, and many lifelong friends. Kathleen's loyalty, thoughtfulness, intelligence, and her gift as a thoughtful listener will always be remembered by all who knew and loved her.
Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at O'Leary Funeral Home, 640 E. Springfield Rd., Springfield, PA 19064. A Viewing will also be held prior to the Funeral Mass on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM at Blessed Virgin Mary Church, MacDade Blvd. & Main Street, Darby, PA 19023. Her Funeral Mass will follow at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow at SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Pennsylvania SPCA (PSPCA) in Kathleen's memory.
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November 10, 2025

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Vickie Cardell

November 12, 2025

Dear Kathy, George and family, Fran and I were so saddened to hear of Kathleen´s passing. I´ll always remember Kathleen for her kind heart and beautiful smile! And of course her enthusiasm for former Phillie, Scott Rolen.

Nick DiDonato

November 10, 2025

Kathleen , your neighbors since 2022 didn´t know you that well we keep to ourselves, but remember you always having a warm hello and a smile , saddened for your passing such a young vibrant life taken so short. I hope you rest in eternal peace and God Bless your husband and family in these tough times. Nick and Renee DiDonato 131 Westbridge Road.

Emma Brooks

November 10, 2025

So sorry for your loss

Nadine and Tom Garrow

November 10, 2025

My condolences to Kathy, George and the entire family. Prayers to you all.

Exquisite Tribute Standing Spray

Love HRH´s Caine & Rei Donaghy

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Maria DiCioccio

November 9, 2025

Kathy, George, and family, I was saddened to hear about your beloved daughter´s passing and wanted to extend my condolences to you and the family. I will pray for everyone to heal from this and for God to give you the strength to grieve and eventually heal. I know your hearts are broken , but the saving grace is that all her pain and suffering are now gone and she is resting in infinite peace! May God and all his angels give you the strength to carry only the happy memories of your daughter! May Kathleen rest peacefully on angels wings in heaven where we will all meet again.

Sincerely,
Maria DiCioccio

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