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Kathleen M. "Kathy" (Kirkman) Ward

June 23, 1953 ~ March 27, 2025 (age 71) 71 Years Old
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Kathleen Ward Obituary

Kathleen M. “Kathy” (Kirkman) Ward, 71, of Morton passed away on Thursday 3/27 at Home.

Kathy was the daughter of the late Francis & Regina Kirkman and was born in Philadelphia. She graduated from Cardinal O’Hara class of 1971. 

She grew up  in Norte Dame de Lourdes parish while residing in Swarthmore. She was a member at St. Joseph Parish in Collingdale while raising her family. 

She enjoyed her time spent with her Family especially her 11 grandchildren & 1 great grandchild at any family get together especially the beach. 

Loving Mother to Tom (Kimi) , Joey, Megan & Matt (Sherri) Cherished Grandmother of 11 grandkids & 1 great granddaughter. Also survived by her siblings, Frankie (Cindy), Marianne, Michael (Carol), Jeannie (Bill) & Terri (Mike). She is predeceased by her son Michael & daughter Michelle who passed on before her as well as her dear Aunt Dot & Uncle Al who held a special place in her heart. She is also survived by many nephews, nieces, cousins and more.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Visitation Friday, April 4, 2025 9:30am Notre Dame de Lourdes Church, 950 Michigan Ave. Swarthmore, PA 19081 and to her Funeral Mass 11am in the Church. Int. Private

Contributions to American SIDS Institute or American Heart Association. 

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Services

Visitation
Friday
April 4, 2025

9:30 AM
Notre Dame de Lourdes
950 Michigan Ave
Swarthmore, PA 19081

Funeral Mass
Friday
April 4, 2025

11:00 AM
Notre Dame de Lourdes
950 Michigan Ave
Swarthmore, PA 19081

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