She was the beloved wife for over 62 years of Elmer Moretto, loving mother of John Moretto (Kaunoa Hoopai) and Mike Moretto (Kelly Smith), and grandmother of Wave Moretto. She was the dear sister of Eugene Bisagno, Jr. (Virginia) and Janet Marple (L. David). She is survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Kathleen was born to Eugene and Melvina Bisagno of Stockton, attended local schools, and graduated from San Jose State College with a Bachelor’s degree in Education. After her marriage, she volunteered at a Catholic grammar school in Castro Valley, before moving to back to Stockton.
In addition to raising her family, she was active in school and volunteer activities, including at the Church of the Presentation. She later tutored parish schoolchildren, which she greatly enjoyed.
While working with children was the highlight of her life, Kathleen also had a passion for music. She was a cellist and pianist and played with the Stockton Symphony Orchestra while in high school.
She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed.
Family and friends are invited to attend the viewing from 2-6 pm. and the Rosary at 6 pm on Tuesday, July 6th at De Young Shoreline Chapel, 7676 Shoreline Drive, Stockton.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at the Church of the Presentation, 6716 Leesburg Place, Stockton, CA on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at 10 am. Committal will be at San Joaquin Catholic Cemetery.