Kathryn Rydze Obituary
Anyone who was blessed to have known Kathi was charmed by her resilience and generous heart and probably got a chance to enjoy some of her delicious baked treats. At Kathryn's request, there will be no formal memorial service and her family will spend time sharing stories and fond memories. Memorial contributions in Kathryn's name may be made to the Pittsburgh charity, Cancer Bridges at http://cancerbridges.org
Arrangements were entrusted to Pittsburgh Cremation & Funeral Care, Robinson Township, PA. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at www.PittsburghCremation.com.
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Linda Beggs Monning
January 25, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Linda B. Monning
February 26, 2023
Rick an I were so deeply sorry to hear this sad news.We had some great times with Kathi in pgh and Hidden Valley pa.She was always funny and a kind person.Please remember the wonderful memories to get you all through this difficult time of grief.Linda &Rick Monning
marcia vespa
February 3, 2023
Kathi was a true inspiration! Her positive spirit and sense of humor in the most trying of times will always be remembered.
Marcia (Pion) Vespa
Peggie OBrien
February 2, 2023
Kathi was part of our Mellon Avenue crew. We shared so many wonderful, carefree days growing up in Patton. We played a lot of outdoor games. One of the funniest memories involved our pet crow, Joe. He loved bright, shiny things, including Kathi´s beautiful copper red hair. When she came to our house she would run in the driveway with her hands over her head to keep Joe from trying to grab her hair. Kathi, may you rest in peace, free from large black birds.
Hugs and prayers to her family.
Peggie Mitchell O´Brien
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Dorothy and Ray Erfort
February 2, 2023
Our deepest sympathies to all of you for your lossKathy will always be remembered by many
LaVerne Schraf
February 1, 2023
I´m so sorry to hear this news. Sending thoughts and prayers to everyone. Kathi is my niece and goddaughter. Her mother and I were sisters. I have many fond memories of Kathi, although we were much younger. We lost touch after we moved to Ohio. I am 91 and Uncle Paul is 93. Thinking of the family during this difficult time.
Love,
Aunt LaVerne Schraf
LaVerne Schraf
February 1, 2023
I´m so sorry to hear this news. Kathi was my niece and my goddaughter. Her mother and I were sisters. Uncle Paul and I live in Ohio now. I´m 91 and he is 93. We had lost touch but have many fond memories when we were much younger. Thinking of the family during this difficult time. Love, Aunt LaVerne Schraf
dana sherry
February 1, 2023
I too have such incredible memories of Kathy. Growing up in Patton , in Brownies and Girl Scout together and playing tennis at the Patton Park . May the good Lord grant you peace .
Dave and Donna Mirt
February 1, 2023
Dustin,
So sorry for your loss , Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Betty Wilshire Bradley
February 1, 2023
My sympathy to Kathy"s Family.
Patricia Hudak Fulmer
February 1, 2023
Memories of Kathi and her sparkling personality feel my heart as I think of her. She was lovely in so many ways and so much a part of my growing up in Patton as well as our high school years together. As young women, just starting our lives, we were again "neighbors" in Pittsburgh. Her resilience, her grace, her generous spirit will long be remembered. May your grief by gentle.
Cathy Churella McCort
January 31, 2023
I, too, have so many wonderful memories of growing up in Patton with Kathi and our days at Bishop Carroll. She was sweet and kind and amazingly brave. Please know I wish you all peace and strength as you grieve.
Agnes Wilshire
January 31, 2023
So sorry to hear of her passing. God has her in his loving care.
Amy Wilshire Cence
January 31, 2023
So very sorry for your loss. I remember spending time with her and her sisters while our parents had card club on Saturday nights. We were very young at that time but she was always the one who was so caring.
Cheryl Kepshire
January 31, 2023
I have so many wonderful childhood memories with my dear cousin Kathy. My deepest sympathy to her family. She loved all of you so much. (Especially her grandchildren.)
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