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Catharine Shevlin Obituary

1913-2009 Catharine M. Shevlin, 96, passed away on Sunday September 20, 2009 in Palm Springs, Calif. Mrs. Shevlin was born in Proctor, Vt. on August 6, 1913. She pursued a career in nursing in New York City, NY, where she married Dr. Charles F. Shevlin in 1938. Dr. and Mrs. Shevlin were long-time residents of St. Joseph, Mo. before moving to Palm Springs in 1979. Mrs. Shevlin was active in hospital volunteer programs both in St. Joseph and Palm Springs. Mrs. Shevlin's husband preceded her in death in 1998. She is survived by three children, John C. Shevlin (Carolee) of Palm Springs, Barbara Shevlin Dhooge (Russell) of Indio, Calif., and Mary Shevlin Interdonato (Salvatore) of Port Orange, Fla.; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren; together with numerous nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held for Mrs. Shevlin on October 10, 2009 at St. Dominick's Church in Proctor, Vt. Following the service, Mrs. Shevlin will be interred in Saint Bridget's Cemetery, West Rutland, Vt., with her beloved husband.

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Published by The Desert Sun from Oct. 1 to Oct. 6, 2009.

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October 13, 2009

Dear John and Carolee,

We were so sad to learn of the loss of your mother. Please know that we are thinking of you and are sending our prayers to you and your family. Kay and Paul Selzer

Elizabeth &Bob Press

October 7, 2009

Dear John, Carolee and families, We send our warmest and heartfelt condolences at the loss of your Mom. I will miss her too. She was so curious and cheerful during my August visit days ... Elizabeth & Bob Press

October 4, 2009

Dear John and Carolee,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Janice Hanson

October 1, 2009

Dear John and Family, your mother was lucky to have you both so close and fortunate to share your beach condo with you.
John & Donna Evans

Morgan Dougherty

October 1, 2009

You are in our prayers at the loss of your mother. Morgan and Dianne

William J. Healey III

October 1, 2009

We send our thoughts and prayers to the Shevlin family during this difficult time.

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