She was born in Torrington, CT, a daughter to the late Jean and Theodore Averill where she was raised at the Averill Family Homestead in Washington, CT. She attended school in Washington, CT and UConn and worked as a cook for Candlewood Valley Care Center until she retired.
She was married to Allan R. Capellaro for 13 Years until his passing in March of 2016.
She is survived by her children, David Peet (Maureen) of New Milford, and Melissa Peet (Steven), of Brookfield, her brothers Sam Averill (Susan) of Washington, CT and Perry Averill (Paula) of Florida as well as her stepson Louis and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Mark Averill.
Kathy was a blessing to many and will be fondly remembered for her favorite saying, “I’m too blessed to be stressed” which she faithfully proclaimed when anyone asked how she was doing.
As an amazing cook and baker, Kathleen’s joy came from feeding others with love, kindness, prayers, and delicious food. She enjoyed preparing meals, baked goods and casseroles for church potlucks, friends, family and neighbors. Having grown up on the apple orchard, apple pies were her specialty.
Kathleen was a devoted and faithful servant of the Lord and led a long spiritual life. She was an active prayer warrior involved with several prayer ministries including Eagle Wings and Operation Exodus and attended services at First Assembly of God and the House of Prayers and Miracles. She was certified as an Associate Chaplain in 2011 and ministered prayer services to her fellow residents during her brief stay at Bethel Healthcare.
In addition to finding her strength and joy from The Lord, she also enjoyed traveling abroad to destinations including India, Italy, Hawaii, Alaska, and England. One of the highlights of her travels abroad was to the Holy Land and being baptized in the Jordan River.
She will be sadly missed by all those who lives she touched by her beautiful spirit.
A visitation for Kathleen will take place on Friday, June 2, 2023 at the Green Funeral Home, 57 Main St., Danbury, CT from 4pm - 6pm. A prayer service will follow at the funeral home at 6pm.
Interment is private and at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Kidney Fund in her name at www.kidneyfund.org.
