Growing up, I always looked forward to our family’s summertime visits with the Long Island Straleys in West Sayville. My Dad and Kathy’s Dad were brothers.

• One of my fondest memories of those visits is of Kathy and me sitting on a rooftop, like two cats, high above the ground and closer to the sky and treetops. We were sharing our dreams of what we wanted to be when we grew up.  Kathy wanted to be a successful hairdresser like our Uncle Anthony. I aspired to be a writer.       
• I did become a writer and Kathy channeled her desire to create beauty into her luminous creative spirit and gift for caring that brightened the world around her, making it a warmer, more welcoming and more beautiful place for her beloved family and everyone and everything she cherished and held dear.
• Every time I see a rose in bloom, a glowing full moon or a child’s smiling face,  I will see Kathy.
• She had a beautiful light that will always shine on everyone who loved her.
• My husband James joins me in sending heartfelt condolences and wishes for peace and comfort to David, their children and grandchildren and all Kathy’s loved ones.