Kathy R Kitzinger

Kathy R Kitzinger obituary

Kathy R Kitzinger

Kathy Kitzinger Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Thielen Funeral Home - MARINETTE on Jul. 12, 2025.

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Kathleen "Kathy" R. Kitzinger, 75 of Marinette passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at home. She was born to the late Roy and Alice (Rock) Kabella in Illinois. She graduated from high school in Appleton and went on to obtain her bachelor's degree in education from UW-Oshkosh. Kathy worked for the Marinette Public School System as a special education teacher for many years, retiring in 2008. She was a very social person and loved her animals.

Kathy is survived by her son, Ryan (Jaclyn) Kitzinger of Sussex; three grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Becky Kabella; and her dogs Mya and Beauford. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Chris Kabella.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Thielen Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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