Kathleen Klacko Obituary

To Kathy's family,
I am so sorry to hear of Kathy's death. I knew her at Mercy. I was a sophomore and she was assigned as my "freshie" - not sure any more what that meant, but we got to know each other that year. Then I knew her at Teachers' College where we were in Chi Theta together. More recently, we were breast cancer survivors together and would see each other at the St. Peregrine services. What I remember the most was her great smile with her beautiful white teeth!
With love and friendship,

I was saddened to hear about Kathy's passing. I have many happy memories of being with her and the family. You're all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love. Janis Vlaming Klacko

Dear Marge, Patti, Jim, Maureen, PJ and Matt,

We were so very sorry to learn of Kathy's death. We have been praying for her since early January.

We remember her as such a happy person who so dearly loved life and her family.

And we are sorry we were unable to be with you at this time, but know that you have continued prayers and our condolences.

Love,

Dear Marge, Patti, Maureen, Jim, Phil, PJ and Matt,

Seeing all of you at the wake yesterday made me realize how much Kathy was loved and will be missed.

Marge reminded me that they moved to Union Ave. when I was starting High School. I still remember how darling Kathy and Patti were as well as Jim who was just a baby. A few years later we all celebrated Maureen's birth. She was the Doyle's baby, but also belonged to the Cowperthwait family.

Kathy grew up and became a beautiful person both inside and outside. We loved her and felt that all the Doyles were our own family.

I'm so sad for all of you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Love, Corene Cowperthwait Frick

Nancy and I were so sorry to hear about Kathy and all she went through. This all takes me back to memories of when I babysat the four Doyles; so many fond memories! We never met Kathy's family, we have been away from Chicago so long. Our hearts and prayers go out to Phillip and their sons as well as grandchildren and the Doyle family. Please know that we care and if we lived closer we would certainly be there. Gain some peace of mind knowing Kathy is out of pain. Will pray for her and to her, as well as for all of you with a heavy heart at this time
Our love to all of you. God bless, Bill and Nancy Cowperthwait

Hush world, today isn't for traffic or telephones, or long waits in line.

Today is for fresh air, peace, a bit of solitude, a deep breath.

Today is for smiles and tears, for warm embraces, quiet reflections, and small comforts.

Be gentle, world, someone special has left us in life, and today is for remembering her.

In loving memory of Kathy Klacko

Dear Phil, PJ, Matthew, and family,

I am so saddened to hear about Kathy. She and you were so very special to John and I. We sharred such wonderful good times together. I treasure those memories! I especially appreciated Kathy's faithful Christmas card or phone call just to keep in touch. So thoughtful. She was such a wonderful person and will be missed very much. May God bless you all at this really difficult time in your lives. Prayerfully remembering you all,
Jan Steitz and your friends at Steitz's Resort

I was a student of Ms. Doyle as a 5th grader at Greenwood school in South Holland. She was a wonderful teacher and person. My prayers to all those whos lives she touched as we are better persons for having known her.

Calvin and I cannot possibly express our deepest sympathies to you all. Kathy had just the most wonderful, giving, cheerful, loving spirit. From the moment we first met her, we felt like we had known her forever - a true testament to her as an individual. We will miss her wonderful smile and laugh!
Peace and love to you all. Calvin & Patty Wade

So sorry to hear about Kathy. Did not
know she was ill. Our sympathy.
Love Trudi & Ray

I was in Miss Doyle's 68/69 fifth grade class at Greenwood. It was one of the highlites of not just my childhood, but my life. I adored her as all my classmates did. I'll cherish those memories forever. My heartfelt sympathy to all her family.

Mrs. Doyle and Family,
I grew up with Kathy and we went to St. Catherine's together. She was just a great gal. I am been gone from the area for almost 30 years but the memories of our childhood still remains very strong in my mind and certainly Kathy was a part of that. I remember spending lots of days at your house. I always thought that Kathy was lucky to go to school with her cousin Barb.

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Now you have your own special angel!!

I am Rosemary ( Doyle) Etter, Kathy's cousin. I was truly saddened to hear about her death. Jim and I send our deepest condolences to you and the family. We will keep her in our prayers. We hope that your many memories of her will help you through this sad time.
Jim and Rose Etter

Dear Phil and Sons,
It is with a heavy heart that I sign this book. Kathy and I have been a part of each others lives forever it seems. Our lives are entwined with so many memories. I see Kathy in grammar school, high school and college; as one of our Chi Theta pledges and as a sorority sister.I hear her laughter at the Chi Theta dances and see us all at Hannah's in New Buffalo. I remember our trip to Wisconsin and the "middle weekend", the Chi Theta and Beta dances and of course the 504's.
Then life intervened and along came marriage and children and Louisa's, our solving all the problems of each other, reveling in the joys and supporting each other in the sorrows.
I can imagine your pain as I also lost my spouse. I can tell you time will heal but I also know that you will never forget. So remember the laughter, the joys, the thrill of when you first met and the craziness of the "college" days. Love is never ending even though life happens when we least expect.
God Bless you and your sons and their families. If there is anything I can do please allow me to do so for Kathy.

I grew-up with Kathy Doyle, we lived three doors apart and we attended the same parish and grammar school. The Doyles and the Cowperthwaits were more than neighbors; we were like an extension of each other’s families, sharing meals, holidays, experiences and rides to church. Time and distance have intervened, but the closeness of those early years is something I cherish to this day. My wife, Kathie Truffa Cowperthwait (who grew-up near Phil Klacko’s family), and I are deeply saddened and express our heartfelt condolences.

Tom & Kathie Cowperthwait
Castro Valley, CA

We got to know Kathy when she walked with us at the Orland Mall. She was a kind and wonderful friend. Our prayers were with her throughout her illness and now our prayers are for the family she so loved. Rest in Peace, Kathy.

Phil, Dave and I were so shocked when we heard about Kathy. We will always remember the beautiful lady with such a happy outlook. Dave was talking about the block parties and all the fun he had teasing Kathy. We are in Florida and will be thinking of you and all your family. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you as you try to get through this terrible time. Love, Dave and Eileen

We are so very sorry to hear about Kathy. She was always so full of life and pride in her family! We prayed for her these last few weeks as she was fighting so valiantly.
Please know that our prayers and condolences are with you even though we cannot be there in person. Love,

Dear Phil and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the death of Kathy. We will remember her bubbly personality. We were so blessed to have her as our friend, and will miss her. May you remember her with happy memories. love and prayers from Elmer and Elaine Bucek

Mrs. Doyle,
It's been a long while since the days on Union Avenue but I would like to extend our sympathies to you and your family. Years ago when my mother died I realised that she was somewhere where nothing could ever hurt her again and it gave me great solace. I wish that for you, Patti and Jimmy and Kathy's husband and children.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, our deepest sympathy to all of you.
Barbara and Chuck Mayabb (Tautkus)