Mrs Kathleen Mary O'Donnell

1 May 194018 August 2024

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Tributes

Kathy, You gave us such a warm, generous and engaging man in Robbie. We all love and miss him in England. Thank you for being AMAZING . I wish every one could have a mum like you x

Joly ,Chris,Andy,Tim and everyone in Sheffield

Rest peacefully Auntie Kathy, you have a wonderful worldwide family to be proud of who will remember you forever and ever as you watch over them. Forever in our hearts XXXX

Matt Wales

Hi all … here to show love and pay my respects, to the whole O’Donnell clan … and share a fond memory or two, I arrived in Harrogate in 1985 from Canada and quickly found out who I needed to be around , and Iain was one worthy adversary, we quickly became almost inseparable, which of course one of the bi products would include weekends at the O’Donnell’s and everything in the middle , It didn’t take long to realize that Iain’s razor sharp wit , manners , and respect, was a direct reflection of his mom and dad , Mrs O’Donnell accepted me like I was one of her own , coming from a somewhat dis functional family myself , the love and acceptance I felt on old Kent road was like 2nd nature , she put up with alot , we were a handful as teenagers and that’s putting it mildly , but she also embraced our madness and allowed us to be what we were , kids . Whatever it was , be it an all night pool tourney , all night music sessions, or learning to drive stick in the driveway, she was there for it all , usually with a lot of food, like a silent governing body over a slew of crazy kids, a wonderful animated character she will always be … Rest in Paradise Mrs O’Donnell ,,, you’ve done real good Xoxoxo Love and Light from Vancouver BC

Phillip Ogle

Kathy you will be missed terribly by everyone who had the pleasure of being in your life and knowing you. You have been in my life since I was 5 years old and I will always hold these memories forever in my heart. Sending love and strength to all the family.

Julie

What's to be said??? Apart from you were an amazing mother, you also took care of your mother & mother in law like it was nothing. You've been in my life since I was 11. You were there when my mum died. You were a constant. No matter the distance, you were my mumma. I love you. I know life has a circle, but sometimes it sucks. Be proud of your boys and girls and their babies. If they have half your love and strength they'll be fine. Love always, Claire

Claire Andjel 8

Kathy, first you were a wonderful neighbour then you became a forever treasured friend. Although far in distance,, seeing you was always like you still were just popping round from next door. So many memories with yourself, Willie and all our children we will always hold dear. Kathy, you were a real shining star, forever missed and loved by us all xxxxx Love from us all at No7 xxxx

All us Sutherland’s

Sending sympathy and love to all the family and friends. Kathy was a wonderful lady , mother,friend. You will miss her grately but you are all her legacy Helen, Karen,Iain, Robert, Grandchildeen, Great Grandchildren. Her love for you will still be there. She will be having a good catch up with our Mum. RIP Kathy. Sorry we cant be there but thinking of you all. Brian, Linda, Kevin x

The Fletchers

God bless you Kathy you will be greatly missed I’m sure your upstairs now keeping Willie in check Until we meet again sending all our love from Harrogate xx

Paul McMahon

Kathleen was a force of nature, a true Yorkshire lass . She will be missed by everyone that knew her. My thoughts and love go out to her children at this the worst of time's I love and will always miss you Auntie Kathleen ❤️

Steve Bellerby

My precious Kathy,. Remembered with great affection, forever in my heart. Rest in peace dear cousin 😢 ❤

Wendy Wales

A true matriarchal figure of the family, whose love and affection will be an eternal source of strength to us all. Remembered forever. Xx

Adam Wales

Kathleen was a amazing person. Awsome big sister and a great role model. Her testimony as a awsome Mom is there in her children. Everyone as special as the next. Although we were far in distance from each other I will always hold her close in my heart ❤💙💜💖💗

Chrissie Lowe
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