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Catherine Walach Obituary
PAWTUCKET - Catherine L. Walach died on February 5th, just days shy of her 104th birthday. She died while being cared for by her family in the home where she had
resided since 1950. She
was married to the late Matthew Walach for 54 years.
She is survived by four of her five children: Stephen Walach and his wife Helen; Patricia Walach Keough and her husband David; Kathleen Walach and her husband John Hammond; Ellen Pereira and her husband Michael Pereira. She is predeceased by her son James. She is also predeceased by her oldest sister Mary Chaput; sisters Helen, Kasia; and brother Theodor Somek. She has five grandchildren: Brendan and wife Katie Keough; Owen Keough and wife Leilani Alvarez; Adam and fianc Emma Corwin; Joseph Pereira; and Michael Hammond. Catherine also has four great grandchildren: Olin, Ronan, Dalia and Colin Keough.
Funeral and burial were private. Visiting hours respectfully omitted.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the John E. Fogarty Center: 220 Woonasquatucket Ave, North Providence, RI 02911. Attn: Robyn. For complete obituary, please visit:
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Tom Cute
February 18, 2024
Ellen,
To you and your family I want to send my deepest condolences. From an old classmate at St. Joseph’s School.
You will be in my prayers today.
Tommy Cute
Dave Miller
February 17, 2024
To Steve & the Entire Walach Family,
I am so sorry to read of your mom's passing. It's always hard to lose them no matter how long they have lived. I thought the lengthy obituary was beautiful, giving a real sense of who she was and the life she lived. I remember her somewhat from our days at St. Rays. She was an incredible woman. She's surely now in Heaven watching over all of you. I'll pray for her and all of you.
Cheryl Ethier
February 16, 2024
My condolences to Mrs. Walach's loved ones. I did not know her or any of her loved ones. However, the beautiful obituary/tribute written about her was the best I've ever read. May her legacy continue for generations to come.
Well done, Mrs. Walach, rest in peace.
Andrew Parrella
February 15, 2024
Kathleen-
So sorry to hear of your mothers passing. May your memories be great and the many moments spent together be cherished.
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Gail - Raynham
February 15, 2024
What a full, extraordinary life. It is so sad to see the WWII generation come to an end. My Dad was part of it, and I often think how its richness in values and face-to-face interactions is a bygone era.
A beautifully written obituary.
My condolences to all who had the pleasure of knowing Catherine.
Mary "Kate" Lindley Hallam
February 15, 2024
To the family, I remember when I was a child, how calming your Mom's home was..I was a neighbor, part of the Lindley crew, She was always a beacon at the end of the street. I am so happy she had a wonderful family for her whole life.. an amazing woman for sure..Thanks Mrs. Walach for good memories
Liz Larcom
February 15, 2024
Catherine was a neighbor to the Toole Family. I’m Liz Larcom, daughter of Austin Sr. Whenever I saw Catherine growing up in her yard, she was always so kind and was never without a wave and hello. I think she was our protector as we climbed the cherry tree! Beautiful life, and extraordinary family Aunt Ann Toole so very much enjoyed going to church and grocery shopping with Catherine! Great lady and friend to all.
Peggy (Malone) Conner
February 14, 2024
My deepest sympathy to the entire Walach family on the passing of your mom/grandmother. I have such special memories of her when playing with Ellen after school at the Walach home. Mrs. Walach would sit at the kitchen table with Ellen and I and listen patiently to all our 'issues' that young girls of 8 or 9 can have; and she always had her special oatmeal cookies to offer. I found such solace and love whenever I was at your home and I know that was due to your mom's genuine care and special grace. To this day, she is my shining example of the perfect mom - I will remember her always with love.
Demi Hauseman
February 12, 2024
Sending love to the whole Walach family and admiring the loving way you have supported and cared for your mother through her last years.Blessings for Stephen and Helen, Pat and Dave, Kathleen and John, and Ellen and Michael.
Terry Boyd
February 12, 2024
To Catherines family,
I never knew your mom but reading her obituary I can tell you were all blessed with a remarkable role model, mother. and friend. What a wonderful life she lived surrounded by love. May she rest in eternal peace.
Mary Jane George
February 12, 2024
I didn't know Catherine, wish I had. This is a fabulous tribute to a life well lived. You know she will be keeping an eye on her family.
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