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Kathleen Marsden Obituary
Kathleen M. Marsden (Carlin), age 74, of Wild Rose WI, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. She was born on July 18, 1949 to James and Mildred Carlin, in Milwaukee WI. Kathy had two sons, Joseph and Kevin McCoy. Kathy worked at Wisconsin Veteran’s Home in King for 32 years. She was a CNA for 26 years and a nursing schedule for 6 years before retiring in 2010. Kathy loved animals and she loved to travel. She also enjoyed singing and dancing, and spending time with family and friends. From blended family to close friends, Kathy was not short on the lives she touched and the love that was shared.
Kathy is survived by one son: Joseph McCoy; two step children: Scott Marsden, Kim Peschke (Marsden); two grandchildren: Leta and Calvin McCoy; six step grandchildren: Joel (Rachel) Kalata, Marcus Peschke, Tayler Peschke, Alyson Marsden, Andrew Marsden, Dawson Marsden; one step great grandson: Landon Kalata; extended family and special friends: Don Peschke, Regina Marsden, Kira Symmonds, Jan Pritchett, Larry Jozwiak, Arnold Newendorf; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Kathy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband: William "Bill" Marsden; son: Kevin McCoy; two brothers: Patrick and James and her sister: Nancy.A private family burial will be held at St Joseph’s Cemetery in Wautoma WI. A Celebration of Life is being planned for a future date.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to an animal shelter of your choice in Kathy’s name.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
358 S Oxford St, Wautoma, WI 54982
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