Kathleen M. Spalthoff

Kathleen M. Spalthoff, 80, passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2016, with her family by her side, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center.

Born on May 14, 1936 in The Bronx, NY, she was the daughter of the late James and Nora Bulman Walpole.

Kathleen was a dispatcher with Tuxedo Park Police Department, where she proudly served the community for 20 years, before retiring to Little River, SC. Once relocating to South Carolina, Kathleen volunteered at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center.

She was a loving wife, mother, Nana and friend to all that knew her. She courageously fought a 20 year battle of various illnesses with grace and dignity. She has been a true role model and will be deeply missed.

Kathleen is survived by her devoted husband of 57 years, Charles, who was her primary caregiver; sons, Dave and Danny; daughters, Denise and Deirdre; granddaughter, Heather; several nieces and a nephew. She is predeceased by two brothers, John and Thomas.

The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 pm on Thursday, September 15 in Lee Funeral Home Chapel. A prayer service will be held at 3:30 pm. Burial will be in Warwick, NY at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to Embrace Hospice, 1318 3rd Avenue, Conway, SC 29526.

A guestbook is available at www.leefhandcrematory.com.

Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.