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Kathleen Morrow Obituary
Kathleen was a navy veteran, serving during World War 2. After her discharge she graduated from New York University and married Bill Morrow. They settled in Norwalk and began a long involvement with local politics, conservation projects and community affairs. When Bill died in 1966 she became a teacher and spent 26 years teaching 4th grade at Tracey Elementary School. She imbued her school charges with a love of nature and a love for Norwalk.
Kathleen resided at 21 Willow Street for 50 years before moving to Charleston, SC several years ago. The house was an extension of her passion for the history of Norwalk and conservation. Her most impassioned project was the of course, the Lockwood Matthews Mansion. She worked tirelessly for its continued restoration and renovation. She was also a chairman of the Norwalk Historical Commission.
A gathering of remembrance for Kathleen will be held Thursday, October 7th from 5 to 8 pm at the Lockwood Matthews Mansion.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Lockwood Matthews Mansion Museum, 295 West Ave. Norwalk, CT 06850. Please visit www.collinsfh.com to leave condolences.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kathleen Morrow
Emmett Clements
September 28, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Charles Alan Williams
September 28, 2021
I was working at the Norwalk Union Cemetery this A.M. and thinking of all those who helped in preserving the gravesites for so many years. Hope to continue for a few more years as acting sexton. Thanks for all your faithful service.
Charles A. Williams
September 28, 2020
Still thinking of you Kathleen. I am still active at the cemetery. The board of trustees of Norwalk Union Cemetery are still grateful for your stewardship as our secretary, teacher and dedication to all you knew. Thank you for your military service!
Charlie, Acting Sexton Norwalk Union Cemetery
Charles Williams
September 29, 2019
Thinking of Kathleen on this day and all she accomplished through the years. I am especially thankful for her stewardship of Norwalk Union Cemetery as the association secretary for many years. I thank her for service in the military, her service as an educator and her many contributions to the City of Norwalk. Charles Williams acting sexton of the Norwalk Union Cemetery.
Wendy (Jordan) Dotterman
October 7, 2010
When I talk or think about my favorite teacher, it is always Mrs. Morrow. Her students were her children, and year after year there was always enough love to go around. I will always remember and love her. My condolences go out to her family.
Donna Arnette
October 7, 2010
Mrs. Morrow was my teacher at Tracey school,as well as all our children. God Bless you Mrs. Morrow, sleep with the angels. Sending our deepest condolences to the family. I will never forget her smile.You got to see Gordon, our son in heaven also.
B.J. Winne Mapes
October 7, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family of Kathleen Morrow. She was one of my favorite teachers at Tracey School; she had a love for teaching and her students that was obvious to us even as young children. I'll always remember her bright smile and kind manner. She was a wonderful teacher and simply a great person. Godspeed, Mrs. Morrow!
C. Morrow Dowdle
October 6, 2010
It warms my heart to see so many loving memories of my amazing grandmother, stories of the inspiration, compassion, and fun that she shared so freely to others during her lifetime, as she gave to me. She was one of the most unique people I have ever known, and was courageously true to herself and the causes she believed in. She influenced my political, social, and cultural beliefs more than any other person in my life, for which I am so grateful. I was privileged by her presence for the first three decades of my life.
Emmett Clements
October 5, 2010
I met Mrs. Morrow through the late Ken Slapin. She was a wonderful person. In my sophomore year I attended school in Vermont. Each month I received an encouraging letter with a little financial support from her. Her belief in me was instrumental in my completing high school and college in Vermont. My deepest sympathy to your family "Emmett Clements (Ellenwood, Georgia)"
Marjorie Hudson Dube
October 5, 2010
Mrs. Morrow was my 4th grade teacher, when I think back to my days at Tracy School Mr Morrow is the 1st person that comed to my mind, I will alsways have found memories of her and I send her family my condolenses and remember she will always be with you.
Marija and Tod Bryant
October 5, 2010
We were introduced to Kathleen through the late Mary Brewer - also a fighter and staunch supporter of Norwalk's history. Kathleen was a terrific lady; passionate about what she believed in and a genuinely nice person to boot. Our sincere sympathy to Kathleen's family.
Marjorie Hudson Dube
October 5, 2010
Mrs. Morrow was my 4th grade teached and she is the one I always remember when I think back to my years at Tracy School. I send my condolenses to the family.
Andrew Knopp
October 4, 2010
I knew Kathleen only in my childhood, but in a way, I think that's how we all knew her: as our mentor, teacher, or that favorite aunt that always had cookies coming out of the oven when we came through the door, or sat by the pool on a hot summer day yelling for us to jump in! She was the grown up who took care of us no matter how old we got, because we always remained her kids. I will miss the wonderful Kathleen dearly.
Anita Covington
October 4, 2010
The Covington family would like to send our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Morrow family. My sister and I both had Mrs. Morrow as our 4th grade teacher at Tracey Elementary School a year apart. I remember Mrs. Morrow using the game of Jaxs as a method to help us improve our penmanship. I also have very fond memories of her taking us kids around with our little cans to stand in front of Supermarkets to collect funds for UNICEF and the NAACP. She’s one of those teachers that you will never forget.
Dorathea Walters
October 4, 2010
To Mrs Morrow you are one of my old teacher I will always remember and love. To the family I send my condolenses and now you have another angel looking down on you,,,Dorathea Walters (Tracey School)
Charles Williams
October 4, 2010
Kathleen Morrow was a tireless member of the Norwalk Union Cemetery Association and it's secretary for many year. The Norwalk Union Cemetery Association would like to add its' deepest sympathy and condolenses to the extended Morrow Family. Charles A. Williams secretary Nowalk Union Cemetery Association.
Linda Kelly Hopp
October 4, 2010
Was sadden reading recentlyof Bruce's passing and now his Mom. She was a teacher at Tracey School When my brother was there, also knew her throw th e Gaynor Insurance agency when i worked there. So sorry about another loss for daughter and her family.
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