Born in Brooklyn, New York, to the late John and Agnes Regan, Kathleen graduated from St. Joseph Hill Academy in 1977. She began her professional life in New York, working for the New York City Department of Sanitation and NBC. Kathleen later relocated to Houston, where she raised her two sons and continued her career with Reebok/Adidas, and most recently, Academy Sports + Outdoors.
Those who knew Kathleen will remember her beautiful smile, boundless generosity, and deep capacity for care. She truly understood the value of selfless, unconditional love, creating a childhood for her sons rooted in imagination and endless possibility—a gift that now lives on through her grandchildren. Her warmth and presence left an indelible impact on everyone fortunate enough to be part of her life.
She is survived by her sons, Brian Cortright and Sean Cortright; her beloved grandchildren, Izobel, Vivienne, and Jack; and Patricia and Eddie Bergstrom, who will cherish her memory.
Family and friends are invited to gather in celebration of Kathleen's life in both New York and Houston.
New York: A Memorial Gathering will be held on Wednesday, August 05, 2026, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at Harmon Funeral Home - 571 Forest Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310. A Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday, August 6th, 2026, from 10:00am to 11:00am at St. Peter's RC Church - 53 St. Marks Place, Staten Island, NY 10301.
Houston: A Memorial Gathering will be held on Sunday, August 9th, at 10:00am. Please contact Lisa Leva at 713-582-6929 for more information and to notify her of attendance.
