Catherine "Kitty" Curley, Age 80. Resident of Greenbriar, Oceanaire of Waretown, NJ, entered Heaven's Gate after her valiant, courageous and dignified battle with Alzheimer's Disease, surrounded by her loving Family on Saturday, June 16th, 2018 at 6:35 pm.
Catherine was proudly born in Glouria, Lisselton, County Kerry, Ireland on September 30, 1937 to Timothy and Catherine Foley, the second oldest of 9 beautiful brothers and sisters.
Catherine "Kitty" is preceded by Sister's Bridie, Dolly and Brother's Michael, Eamon and Dan in heaven.
Catherine "Kitty/Nanny" Curley is survived by her most loyal and steadfast husband of 54 years who cared for her in their home until the end and was by her side until her last breath, Michael Curley, daughter, Johanna "Joan", her son Kevin and his wife Jean Marie and two granddaughters, Shannon Marie and Kaitlin Claire.
She is also survived by her sister Peg, Honesdale PA., her brother, Tim, Glouria, Lisselton, Co., Kerry, Ireland and her youngest sister, Joan, Kilcox, Listowel, Co., Kerry, Ireland.
Catherine came to America in 1958 where she lived in Astoria, Queens, NY with her beloved Aunt Johanna “Joan” Beauchesne who was Catherine’s mother's sister. Catherine shortly thereafter became a Supervisor for The New York Telephone Company for several years until she met and married her faithful and loyal husband, Michael Christopher Curley in 1964.
Catherine was very proud of her homeland and heritage and was a woman of strong faith and cultural beliefs. Catherine had her children at a very young age involved in Irish music and Irish step dancing. Catherine was a proud member of the Irish American Social Club for many years and enjoyed marching in the Saint Patrick's Day Parade in NYC amongst other Irish festivals and functions.
Catherine "Kitty" was known for her ease in conversation, even with a total stranger and would love to stop and chat with children. Throughout her life she maintained a sweet and simple demeanor that won the hearts and trust of many. Even during our care for her through Alzheimer's Disease, Kitty won the hearts of many. Ever so kind, thankful, gracious and easy to care for. Her love of her children carried further onto her grandchildren where Catherine was bestowed her loving and infamous "Nanny" nickname. Catherine "Kitty/Nanny" was first and foremost an extremely loving, generous and devoted Wife, Mother and Grandmother.
Catherine and Michael raised their 2 dear children, Kevin and Johanna "Joan" over the years in Astoria, Queens, NY, Bergenfield, NJ, Old Tappan, NJ and finally where Joan came to reside in Waretown, NJ with them where they retired. They had a few good years playing bocce and going to club dances and the shopping centers. Catherine loved her new home and anyone that knew Catherine knew her great eye for detail when decorating. She loved shopping for others and spoiling them with her ever gracious and generous heart.
Special Thanks to Our Holy Redeemer's Angels, Diana Mills, Mother's Hospice Nurse and Barbara BeBe, Mother's Aide. And to all those at Holy Redeemers that offered guidance and a helping hand.
In lieu of Flowers, Memorial donations can be made to: Holy Redeemers Hospice Homecare of Ocean County, NJ. 1228 Route 37 West, Toms River, NJ 08755.
Calling hours will be Saturday, Sept 8th, 2018 from 11AM until the time of the Funeral Mass at 12PM.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, September 8th, 2018 12PM At St. Mary's Catholic Church
747 West Bay Avenue, Barnegat, NJ 08005
The Funeral Mass will be presided by Father PJ Curley of Vicksburg, MS
A continuation of the celebration of Catherine's life will commence at 1PM at Greenbriar Oceanaire Country Club, 1 Heritage Circle in Waretown, NJ from 1 until 5 PM.
Memorial Service will be held Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 350 Province Line Road, Wrightstown, North Hanover Township, NJ, 08562 at a later date.
The arrangements by Thos L. Shinn Funeral Home, 10 Hilliard Dr., Manahawkin.
To leave online condolences for the family, please visit www.shinnfuneralhome.com
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