Kathy J. Cleland

Kathy J. Cleland obituary, Northborough, MA

Kathy J. Cleland

Kathy Cleland Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hays Funeral Home - Northborough on Oct. 1, 2025.

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NORTHBOROUGH
Kathy Jean Cleland, 63, of Northborough, passed away unexpectedly in the early morning hours of Monday, September 1, 2025.
Kathy is survived by her three children: Eric Luzzetti and his wife, Heather, of Leominster; Nathan Hatzidakis and his wife, Lienne, of Seattle, WA; and Jessica Dower of NY. She also leaves behind 5 beloved grandchildren, one great-grandson and her mother, Carol A. Sinclair of Northborough. Kathy is also survived by her brother, Samuel Sinclair, Jr., of Northborough; her sister, LynnMarie Lange and her husband, Jeff, of Rutland; as well as many nieces and nephews. She will be deeply missed by her three feline companions, Nike, Chloe, and Kiki Sue. Kathy was predeceased by her father, Samuel G. Sinclair, Sr., who passed away earlier this year.
Born in Marlborough and raised in Northborough, Kathy had a lifelong love of nature, especially the birds and animals that visited her yard. She found joy in caring for them and ensuring they were always well fed.
Her creativity shone through her love of arts and crafts, as she poured her heart into paintings and handmade gifts for family and friends. With her kind and selfless nature, Kathy always put others' needs before her own. She especially cherished spontaneous or planned road trips to Maine, most notably to Nubble Lighthouse. Her family will forever remember her vibrant personality, which lit up every room she entered.
In keeping with Kathy's wishes, services will be private and held at the convenience of her family. To honor her lifelong devotion to animals in need, memorial contributions may be made to an animal shelter of one's choice.
Arrangements are under the care of Hays Funeral Home, 56 Main Street, Northborough, MA 01532. To leave an online condolence for Kathy's family, please visit www.HaysFuneralHome.com
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