Born in New Bedford, a lifelong resident of the southcoast. She was a graduate of New Bedford High School; she received a degree in computer programming from the former SMU and a Master’s degree in computer design from UCONN. Kathleen was employed as a computer programmer and a trainer for the Foxboro Company until her retirement.
She loved spending time with her two babies, Molly and Ella, going out to dinner and enjoyed traveling. She was also avid attendee of the theatre and plays and enjoyed many trips to Boston and New York
She is survived by her cousins, James Rusek and his wife Kathleen, Janice Bourassa and her husband Joseph and Dorothy Ewaszko and her husband Joseph; her best friend Karen Dugan and her husband James; and several great cousins.
Her funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at 11:00am in the Rock Funeral Home, 1285 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745. Visitation prior from 10:00 to 11:00AM. Burial in Sacred Heart Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Kathleen’s honor may be made to: Forever Paws Animal Shelter, 300 Lynwood St, Fall River, MA 02721. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeralhome.com
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