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Anonymous posted a condolence
Sunday, April 13, 2014
As very young children in our neighborhood, it was Kathy Natalie and MaryAnn. The 3 of us riding bikes playing Barbie. we went to Mrs Shavoni's dancing school. Tap Ballet and Jazz. So much time spent in my basement with the stereo on playing records and dancing . The 3 of us skinny little girls with dark brown hair. We used to walk to The Grand Drug Store where we had hot fudge sundaes and French fries everyday in the summer. Such a long time ago. Natalie and I thought about you often we always wanted to come and see you. Life just always seemed to get in the way. You were a great friend and a wonderful person. You have a beautiful family. May you be at peace and spend eternity with Michael.
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Donna Spisso posted a condolence
Saturday, April 12, 2014
Dearest Kat,
You were my best childhood friend. We met when I moved to Dey Street in the late 1950s. From then on, I was a permanent fixture at your house. You were my "second family." We played in the back yard in all kinds of weather, in the old wreck of a car where the cat had her kittens (I loved the gray one and you loved the black and white one) and where Chubby the dog was tied up next to the swing set. Sometimes your mother let us in for peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. She used to dance to the radio in the kitchen. On Sundays, sometimes I went food shopping with you and your father. We rode in the back of the truck in the open air, no seatbelts, just standing up and loving the journey. Sometimes he would buy us a frozen custard at the ice cream stand. He took us to the grand opening of "Two Guys From Harrison" on Rte 22, the first "mall." We used to eat tomatoes from your father's garden. I can still smell the vines and see the green stains on my hands.
We celebrated each other's birthdays. June 16 was a date I looked forward to—your parents always threw a barbeque. I loved picking out the best present I could find. One year it was a frog hat and matching shorts and blouse set. When you went to Seaside Heights for a week, I took care of Chubby. I read a book on the chaise lounge on your back porch and kept him company. You recorded a little message for me on a red vinyl record in Seaside (I still have it somewhere). We played dolls and made doll clothes. It was a normal sort of childhood.
Then we grew older and apart, but kept in touch. We reconnected when I visited you before I went overseas to teach in 1983. I met Jeanette and Mike as small children, and the red setter. You said Jeanette would wear only dresses. "You're a piece of work," I recall her saying to Jeanette, with a big smile and lots of pride. From there, when your mother became ill, I made a point of visiting every summer until she passed. I was able to admire your lovely family and the loving relationship you had with Mike, your childhood sweetheart, as well as the grand child (only one at the time). When Mike died so suddenly and far too soon, you called me when I was teaching in Korea to tell me.
We got together again for what I did not realize would be the last time, summer of 2011. We went down the shore with my cousin, Carol and had a good time on the ocean side at Loveladies. You took us to lunch at Mud City. That's the last picture I have of us together and I posted it here.
When I got my driver's license at 17, we used to go to church together, Sacred Heart. We tried to be good Catholics. I think you were better at it than me; you got married in the church and baptized your children there. One of my favorite gospel songs is "I bid you goodnight" by the Soweto Gospel Choir. Whenever a beloved friend dies, I listen to it and give thanks for the friendship. The link on Youtube is pasted below.
I hope you hear it, you and Mike, looking down on us. I changed "brother" to sister."
Lay down, my dear sister
Lay down and take your rest
I'm gonna lay your head upon your saviour's breast
I love you, but Jesus loves you best
I bid you goodnight, good night, goodnight.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBzSVQL0CjM
I will never forget you and what your friendship has meant to me. We have known each other for almost as long as you lived. The last time we talked was by phone in Jan. 2014. The last thing we said to each other was "I love you."
All my love and condolences to your family. You must be proud to have three such beautiful, handsome, intelligent and talented children. You leave behind a legacy. That is no small feat. Your life had meaning. You and Mike live on through Jeanette, Mike and Rob and grandchildren.
I bid you good night.
Love,
Donna
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Carol Spisso Yurinko lit a candle
Saturday, April 12, 2014
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I remember when you and Donna came down to my home in Forked River to visit. We had a good time that's for sure. We didn't see or talk to each other for awhile but when I moved back up here we got back together again as friends we went out and had some good times. In the last couple of months we went shopping,out to eat, talked,laughed and cried. I sat with you thru some of your hardest times but you being a brave and strong woman got thru those times. I will always remember you Kat and I am happy that I was able to be with you at this time of your life and we shared those happy times. Now you are resting in peace and no pain or tears anymore. You will be missed. I'll think of you whenever I pass by the places we have been. Thank you for having me as your friend.
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Tiffany McSwain posted a condolence
Friday, April 11, 2014
Tiffany McSwain purchased flowers (Heartfelt Condolences Casket Adornment)
We love you very much and wish we could be there with you Houston, Tiffany and Haynes McSwain
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Amanda Burress posted a condolence
Friday, April 11, 2014
Amanda Burress purchased flowers (Cherished Farewell Arrangement)
Mike, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. We are thinking of you and your family during this tough time. With deepest sympathy, Amanda,Florence,Val,Jen,and Allison from RIC
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Eugenia Bestafka posted a condolence
Friday, April 11, 2014
Eugenia Bestafka purchased flowers (Uplifting Moments Bouquet)
With out thoughts and Prayers. The Home Health Services and Staffing Association
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Juli Magnani Laureiro posted a condolence
Friday, April 11, 2014
Dear Michael, Robert and Jeanette. I'm so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of knowing both of your parents, and watching you grow, from being involved for many years with the South Plainfield Junior Baseball Club. They were good, caring people. Your Mom was always quick with her beautiful smile. She was a sweet, classy lady. My condolences to you all....
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ann lammi posted a condolence
Friday, April 11, 2014
Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers and your Mom in our Heart.. Love .. Ann Lammi & Sons .. xo
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Ron Kuboski posted a condolence
Friday, April 11, 2014
Kathleen was one of the sweetest students I ever had. I remember that beaming smile and a wholehearted embracing of life. I'm sure she was the same as a wife and a mother.
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patty Capriglione Williamson posted a condolence
Thursday, April 10, 2014
My best friend, my partner in crime. Kathy, you and I have been through so much together. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about growing up with you. You are always in my heart and my memories. I will never forget you and the good times we had. Our families were so close but now gone. Rest in Peace my friend. We will meet again.
Patty (Capriglione) Williamson
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Thursday, April 10, 2014
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We are honored to provide this Book of Memories to the family.