She was born on October 23, 1942 in Omaha, NE but was raised in Louisville, KY where she would remain until her retirement in 2004. At that time, she followed her family to Phoenix, AZ where she would often speak of how lucky she was to live in such a beautiful a part of the country.
She was a graduate of Assumption High School and St. Louis University. She worked as an Executive Business Administrator at the University of Louisville School of Medicine for 24 years. Kathi was appointed to the Board of Directors of the University of Louisville Alumni Club for which she received an honorary degree from the University for her efforts. She was a respected professional and served as a role model to many at a time when it wasn’t the norm to see women in positions of authority.
Personally, Kathi had a never-ending appreciation for a good time, a passion for reading, a life-long enthusiasm for music and unlimited generosity. She was mighty in spirit, tenacity, courage, and, most importantly, in love. Kathi was a guiding light for her family and leaves behind a legacy that cannot be measured.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Nadine Condon; and her best friend and sister, Linda Condon Donaldson. She is survived by her proudest accomplishments – her children and grandchildren: son Mike Wade (Sonya), daughter Amy Wade and grandsons Zachary and Nicholas Wade all of Chandler, AZ. She also leaves behind sisters Michele Condon, Judy Dostal (Lana Robbins) and Nadine Condon (Mark Parsons); brother, Richard Condon (Johanna Mehring); nephews Gregory Donaldson (Anita), Matthew Dostal (Tammy) and Chip Condon; nieces Maureen Donaldson Fell (Charlie), Danielle Dostal and Erin Condon Bates (Daniel); 7 great nieces and 2 great nephews; and, last but certainly not least, her beloved dog, Kacy.
There will be a celebration of life at Valley of the Sun Mortuary and Cemetery in Chandler, AZ at 11:00am on Sunday, April 28, 2019. As per her wishes, she will be buried in Louisville, KY in the coming months with a second memorial service for those loved ones unable to travel to Arizona.
Donations can be made to her personal hero, Michael J. Fox at The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. www.michaeljfox.org/donate
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