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Kathleen Wheaton Obituary
She was a beloved French language teacher for over 20 years at Valley Regional High School.
Kate leaves behind her brother, John Wheaton and sister-in-law Jean Wheaton of Colorado Springs, Colo.; as well as her nieces, Sarah Wheaton of Washington, D.C. and Jenna Wheaton of Littleton, Colo.; and her brother-in-law Robert Shaw of White Plains, N.Y.
Kate was the daughter of Roland and Jean Wheaton and grew up in Horseheads, N.Y.
She is also leaving behind many childhood, college, faculty and student friends who will sorely miss her friendship, sense of humor and good graces.
We love you Kate!
There is a Celebration of Life for Kate Saturday, Oct. 11; for details, please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.
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Maura Johnson
October 9, 2025
Kate was my best friend from college. In our junior year, we roomed together with a family in Nantes, France. We spent a couple of summers on Martha’s Vineyard together, working in restaurants. After that, grad school and careers pulled us in different directions, but we shared some wonderful adventures. I will miss her deeply.
Tracy Dickson
September 21, 2025
For ten of Kate’s years at Valley, I was right across the hall from her. She was not only a wonderful teacher, but also a kind colleague and friend. My son even had the privilege of traveling to Paris with her when he was her student. I’m deeply saddened to hear of her passing.
Judy Nickse
September 8, 2025
So sorry to hear of Kate's passing. We worked so well together with finances in regard to her class trips to either Quebec or France. We also shared the same birthday. I'll miss her.
Judith Redhead
September 7, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Kate’s passing. She was a wonderful colleague and friend at Valley Regional, and I was fortunate to accompany her on several trips to Paris and Quebec. She was highly regarded and well liked by the students. I am sure they will long remember her kindness. We always talked lovingly of our cats and their exploits! She will be sadly missed by those who knew her.
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