Catherine T. O'Brien

Catherine O'Brien Obituary

PAWNEE - Catherine T. "Katie" O'Brien, 90, of Pawnee died Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at the Auburn Nursing and Rehab Center.

Katie was born May 7, 1919, in Pawnee, the daughter of Michael J. and Anna M. Walsh O'Brien. Katie had four brothers, Thomas, Michael, Patrick and a twin brother who died at birth. She also had one sister, Anne Whalen. Her siblings preceded her in death.

Katie was a lifetime resident of Pawnee and a 1937 graduate of Pawnee High School. She was employed as a secretary to the personnel manager of Hummer Manufacturing Inc. in Springfield for 20 years. She also served as an administrative assistant in the state of Illinois purchasing department for 26 years before retiring in 1988. She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Auburn. Additionally, Katie was a trustee of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Pawnee, and she was a member of St. Mary's Altar and Rosary Society and the Catholic Daughters of the Americas.

She is survived by two nieces, Terri (husband, John) Maitland and Pam Goode; three nephews, Kevin, Patrick and James O'Brien; six great-nieces; one great-nephew; several cousins and godchildren; and many, many lifelong friends.

Katie touched everyone's heart with love, and she always wore a smile. She definitely earned her angel wings here on earth. There's a special place in heaven for her. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Visitation for Katie will be Monday, Sept. 7, 2009, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. at the Curry Funeral Home in Pawnee. A concelebrated funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Sept. 7, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Auburn, with Rev. Kevin Laughery and Rev. Dan Willenborg officiating. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Pawnee.

Memorials honoring Katie's life may be made to the Holy Cross Catholic Church in Auburn.

The family of Catherine T. "Katie" O'Brien is being served by Curry Funeral Home in Pawnee.

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Published by The State Journal-Register on Sep. 5, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Catherine O'Brien

11 Entries

Ramona (Punkie) Jocis

September 11, 2009

To my special friend Katie, you will be greatly missed. We had such good times together. You were a very special friend to us all. Thier aren't very many people out there like you, except your best friend Mary who helped you so much. God will be with you now and your family so I know you are happy now. God Bless!

September 9, 2009

To the Catherine "Katie" O'Brien Family: We are so sorry for your loss. May the many memories you have help ease your sorrow. She was a great friend to all of us and will be greatly missed.

We will also miss her great smile and sense of humor. She was a special lady and such a pleasure to have known.

May God be with you all and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love
Mary Louise, Blanche & Josephine Catteau - Pawnee, IL

September 9, 2009

"Katie" was a great lady, always with a ready smile and soft words. Katie was one of many families who made us feel welcome when we moved to Pawnee in 1975.May God Bless her for her kindness and love of God.
Ron and JoAnn Hefer

Karen Chinderle-Lowry

September 8, 2009

Aunt Katie was such a special person to all of us. We had so much fun at 711 W. Monroe, Kappa, and 418 Summit in Joliet. I know there is such a big party in heaven because the family all loved being together. I will always cherish the love and affection she she showed me.

Bev Connolly

September 7, 2009

I was sorry to see that Katie had passed away. I worked with Katie 20+ years ago and enjoyed her so much. She was a special lady. Whenever I think of Katie, I see her smile and the twinkle in her eye. I was fortunate to have known her.

September 7, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of Katies passing...She was a treasure to our family for many years...(The McCarts, Haberkorns and Sheedys)..I will always remember her smiles and happy ways with always a positive outlook...She is at rest with her Lord and family...God Bless you, Katie...
Barbara (Sheedy) Curtis
Decatur, Il.

Matt & Kathy Williams

September 6, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of Kate's passing.I grew up across the street from Kate & Ann as a child. What great neighbors they both were. Please find comfort knowing she is with her loved ones now. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kate Wojtulewicz

September 5, 2009

The suffering is over, and Kate is in the arms of those family members who have preceded her, some so long ago! I can't help but imagine the reunion she is having with all of them now. (It takes the tears away to kmow she is right where she belongs.)
She taught me to 'laugh' whenever possible which usually makes things so much better. What a blessing it was to know her!
~Kate Wojtulewicz
(..of the Chicago Cousins!)

Louis Minder

September 5, 2009

Kate was a wonderful friend to my dad's family. She would always stop by to visit the Minder's when we were down for a cookout at my aunt's house, or come to Springfield to share in celebrations or holidays with us. She always had a smile and laugh to share, and was always interested to know how we were since the last time we visited. I will miss her very much, as will my family. She was a great lady!

Bird Wojtulewicz

September 5, 2009

I keep thinking of Cousin Katie this weekend, and remembering that she always approached life with the "Glass is half full", always positive, loving, and with a great sense of humor. If I can have just a tenth of that attitude to life, I will count myself blessed. God Speed Katie.

Ap Clarke

September 5, 2009

I am so sorry I cannot be there with you all. Please know how special Kate was to me. She is now with her sister, Ann.
Ap

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