Katherine C. Goodwin

Katherine C, Delaney, Tappin Goodwin, 88, of Venice, FL and Webster, MA, formerly of Boylston, MA, passed away Friday, September 19, 2008. Katherine, Kay, Kitty, Kit was a loving wife, mother, and friend. She was prceded in death by her first husband Robert W. Tappin, and her second husband Clinton B. Goodwin. She leaves three sons, Robert "Mike" Tappin & his wife Donna of Spencer, MA, Matthew W. Tappin and his wife Maryellen of Woodstock, CT, and William S. Tappin and his wife Debi of Webster, MA, ber brother William Delaney and his wife Nola of Winchendon, MA, 7 grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Katherine was born August 31, 1920, the youngest of 9 children, and grew up in South Ashburnham, MA. She was a graduate of the Cushing Academy and the Heywood School of Nursing. Katherine worked as an R.N. st several local hospitals and also for the American Red Cross. She was a musician, and enjoyed playing piano and organ. She was a fabulous cook, and hosted many international guests in her home. Katherine was also extremely talented in artwork and craftwork. Her family would like to thank all the staff of the TCU at Hubbard Regional Hospital and Allegiance Hospice for the care, comfort, understanding, and devotion to our mother in her final days. We are truly grateful. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the TCU at Hubbard Regional Hospital, 340 Thompson Road, Webster, MA, 01570.