Catherine Lucy O’Donnell
April 14, 1949 - June 06, 2008
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Catherine Lucy O’Donnell
April 14, 1949 - June 06, 2008
Obituary
O’Donnell, Catherine Lucy ‘Cathy’
Of Irvine, passed away June 6, 2008, with courage and grace at the age of 59. Born to Ladislaus and Kathleen Konczynin in Queens, New York on April 14, 1949, Cathy moved to Orange County in the Fall of 1978. After obtaining a Master’s degree in Nursing from New York University NYU, Cathy devoted her life to helping others, as evidenced through her 35 year career in health services. She spent the majority of her career working for the Santa Ana Unified School District, serving as school nurse for several schools. She is survived by her daughter, Rebecca; son, Matthew; granddaughter, Alexia; brother, William; sister-in-law, Barbara; and countless friends.
Cathy was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt and friend. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Viewing will be 3-5pm and 7-9pm, Wednesday June 11, at O’Connor Mortuary, 25301 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills. Mass will be held Thursday, June 12, 10:00am, at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 5101 Alton Parkway, Irvine.
6 responses to Catherine Lucy O’Donnell
Kathy Gianfagna says:
June 10, 2008
Dear Becky and Matt –
Our deepest sympathy in the passing of your Mom. We wish we could all be with you.
Our regrets. You’re in our prayers.
Love,
Kathy, Joe, Joe, Jr. & Christina Gianfagna
Dear Barbara and Bill –
We’re so sorry for your loss. Our regrets to you and your family.
Love,
Kathy, Joe, Joe, Jr. & Christina Gianfagna
John and family –
Our regrets to you all.
Love,
Kathy, Joe, Joe, Jr. & Christina Gianfagna
Barbara Senenfelder says:
June 11, 2008
Dear Becky and Matt,
My deepest sympathy to you both. Your Mother was very special to me and I will never forget her. I still remember walking her in the carriage, she was my “carriage baby.” Remember that I am always here for you and my door is always open.
God Bless,
Barbara Senenfelder
BILL BROSNAN says:
June 11, 2008
DEAR BECKEY AND MATT,
NOREEN AND I WOULD LIKE TO SEND OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO YOU BOTH, YOUR MOM WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON. LOVE, “COUSIN” BILLY & NOREEN BROSNAN
Judi Pineda says:
June 11, 2008
I had the priviledge of working with Kathy at Mt. View when she was our nurse for about 2yrs. What a character she was making us laugh with her story telling. She was a fun vibrant, pretty lady and it was a pleasure to have worked with her. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting her children she always spoke highly of all you. I will miss her deeply. My thoughts and my prayers are with all of you. Judi
Tina Hernandez says:
June 11, 2008
Dear Becky and Matt, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. I worked with her at MacArthur for several years. I don’t know if you remember me, but I used to house sit for your mom when she would travel. Please know she was a wonderful and well-respected nurse in the district and a great friend.
I hope you two are doing well and my prayers are with you. Tina