October 23, 1956 - May 12, 2019
After a nearly 14 month battle with cancer, Cathy passed away at her home surrounded by loved ones.
Born to the late Harry and Anna (née White) Suit, in Baltimore, MD, Cathy was the youngest of six siblings, having five older brothers. She spent the majority of her working career in various sales positions where she was able to utilize her gift to connect and talk with others. Cathy enjoyed spending time with family, friends, and neighbors, working in the yard, walks with her adored schnoodle, Chester, and living near the water.
She is survived by her beloved daughters Melanie Alt, and her husband John, and Ashley Vogelsang, and her husband, Stephen Tant, and cherished grandchildren, John “Jack” Alt, Mary-Katharine Alt, and Quentin Tant.
Cathy is also survived by her loving companion of 19 years, James Jenkins. Additionally, she is survived by her brothers Harry Suit and his wife Mary, Robert Suit and his wife Carol, Ronald Suit, Sr. and his wife Patricia. She was preceded in death by brothers Thomas Suit, and J. Richard Suit, Sr. and his wife, Betty Lou Suit.
Along with many nieces and nephews, she is survived by cousins, Ralph Judy and his wife Dora, Patricia “Sue” Harger, and Kimberly McElhattan, whom were like siblings. Sue and Kim were instrumental in getting Cathy to doctors’ appointments and supporting her throughout her cancer journey, the family gives them their deepest gratitude.
Family and friends are invited to gather at the Gary L. Kaufman Funeral Home at Meadowridge Memorial Park, Inc., 7250 Washington Boulevard, Elkridge, MD 21075 (exit 6 south off Rt. 100) on Saturday, May 18, 2019 for a Memorial Gathering and a "Time of Friendship" from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 7:30 pm where a Celebration of Life Memorial Service will begin at 7:30 pm. An Inurnment will be held privately at a late date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to the Tate Cancer Center at University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center, 301 Hospital Drive, Glen Burnie, MD 21061.
