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Kathleen Albert Obituary
Kathleen Albert, 68, of San Francisco, passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2013. Kathleen is survived by her loving partner of 23 years, Madeline Pfeiffer, and their beloved dog Csilla, and two sons, Sean and Ian Prichard from a former marriage. Kathleen ran WITHCARE, a small day care and preschool in Noe Valley, for over 23 years. She instilled in all of the children she cared for a love of learning, kindness, and an abiding commitment to community. She was a tremendously dedicated teacher, devoted friend, passionate Giants fan, and a deeply generous community member. Donations may be made in Kathleen's memory to either the San Francisco Food Bank (http://www.sffoodbank.org), Lindsay Wildlife Museum (http://wildlife-museum.org) or Project Night Night (http://projectnightnight.org).
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Memories and Condolences
for Kathleen Albert
October 6, 2013
We are sorry to hear about Kathleen's passing. She was a remarkable force of love for the countless children and families that passed through WithCare's door. Sending strength and love to Madeleine. Traci Teraoka, mom of Withcare graduate Alexander age 14
Chuck Freshour
September 24, 2013
Madeline, so deeply sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in our hearts and thoughts.
Chuck Freshour
September 24, 2013
Madeline, so deeply sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our hearts and thoughts.
Beth Appleby
September 24, 2013
Kathleen, you remain a bright spot in my heart and soul!! Love, Beth
Rita and Robert McElhany
September 23, 2013
Dear Madeline, so very sorry for your loss. You have been in our family's thoughts all day. I hope the strength of the love that surrounds you can hold you up during this awful time.
Corinne
September 23, 2013
Such terribly sad news. My deepest sympathies, Madeline and family. I'll always remember Kathleen playing basketball with my son, Jonathon, in our backyard.
Antonia and David Lavine
September 18, 2013
What terrible news that we have lost such a giving soul. Our prayers are with her family, especially Madeline on the loss of her cherished life-partner.
Carol Yenne
September 17, 2013
Kathleen was a wonderful friend to our family and great support to us throughout the years in many ways. She will be missed terribly by the community of families in Noe Valley
Tammy Mehmed
September 16, 2013
My heart-felt symphanthies are with you. I will always treasure my many wonderful memories of Kathleen.
D McCarthy
September 14, 2013
I would like to offer my deepest sympathy. May you be comforted by God's future promise when death and pain will be abolished forever.
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