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Kathy Kato Obituary

Kato, Kathy nee Gleeson, 69 of Grayslake, IL Passed away November 20, 2010. Beloved wife of the late Richard, mother of Rich (Wendy), Tom (Kim) Kato, and Margaret (Ron) Slawek. Loving grandmother of Richie, Kevin, Rock Kato and Ronnie Slawek. Cousin of Frank (Ferny), Jerry (Cecil), Ken (Nancy) Keller, Pat Gleeson, Colleen (Jim) Hennessy, and the late Frank Ryan. Visitation will be held Tuesday morning 9 AM to 12:30 PM at the Symonds Lakes Funeral Home 111 W. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL to St. Gilbert Church for 1 PM Mass 310 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL. The family requests Aloha or casual attire. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Gilbert Church Bereavement Ministry, Seguin Services Inc. or Advocate Lutheran General Hospital's Adult Day Service. Interment National Cemetery of the Pacific (Punchbowl) in Honolulu, Hawaii. For visitation funeral info 847-543-1080.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 22, 2010.

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Phyllis Maietta

November 26, 2010

To the Kato children - our hearts are saddened over your loss. Aunty Kathy and all of you were so good to Uncle Richard. She was a saint.

November 26, 2010

Was shocked to hear from Kay about Kathy's passing. I send my love to everyone. Will remember the good times we had during the visits to Hawaii. Aunty Gladys

Joan Mudd RN

November 25, 2010

Kato Family.....Please know that others do care and share in the sorrow of your great loss. I worked at LGH with your Mom for many years. She was a wonderful woman and always there to help. Her spirit lives on in those who loved her. My deepest sympathy Joan Mudd RN

November 23, 2010

if love could have saved you,
you would have lived forever.

say hi to nat for me.
love & miss you
erik

Jen & Dave

November 22, 2010

Hey Guys -

We wish so badly we could be there tomorrow. We send our love and hugs via internet in the meantime. Love to you all - XO

November 22, 2010

As a school mate of your mother at Our Lady of Sorrows and at
Providence High School, I send you my deepest sympathy in
the loss of your mother. Take comfort in knowing that she will
be spending Thanksgiving with Jesus, and that you will be re-
united with her one day. Donna (Lydon) Kissane (Huntley, Il.)

Martine Hawkins

November 22, 2010

To the Kato family, please accept my deepest condolences. I will not be able to be there tomorrow for the funeral, but my thoughts will be with all of you. Your Mom was a wonderful person and will never be forgotten. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Martine DeSio Hawkins

Celeste

November 22, 2010

As a former Providence classmate of your
mother, deepest sympathies go out to all.

November 22, 2010

Rich and Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss! She will always be with you in your hearts ... God Bless and know we are all thinking of you
Ron Lay

Josefa Parra

November 22, 2010

Rich - - My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family this Thanksgiving holiday. I'm sorry for your loss.

Teri

November 22, 2010

Rich my prayers and thoughs are with you.

Kris Redden

November 22, 2010

Dear Tom, Kim and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences. We will always remember Kathy from our Ireland trips.
Kris, Jack, Kellianne and Katie and Tiny's Tours

Kelly Freeman

November 22, 2010

Rich and family - sorry to hear of your mother's passing. The Lord answered your prayers. She is in His loving arms.

Liz Dorgan

November 22, 2010

Rich, Tom & Margaret you and your families are in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember your mom's fabulous smile and her caring nature. May memories of your mom fill your hearts with love.

Debbie Sweeney

November 22, 2010

Tom, so sorry for your loss. Think happy memories of days gone by, it will help to keep you strong. Take care.

Tori Moore

November 22, 2010

Rich, Sending prayers and sympathy to you...cherish your memories and continue to find strength in Jesus. Tori

Linda

November 22, 2010

Rich: My prayers are with you and your family.

Chet Phillips

November 22, 2010

Tom,

We are so sorry for your loss. I hope you will always fondly remember her.

Chet and Susan Phillips

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