She leaves her children, Jennifer Braniff (Hamilton); Andrea Sweet and her husband Cory; and Sara Geidlinger and her husband Steve (Waterloo); 9 grandchildren Zachary, David, Samantha, Dylan, Evelyn, Justyna, Summer, Naomi and Ayla; sister Marnie Suggitt and her husband Wylie (Lindsay); and many in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Mary Hickson; spouse, David Braniff; and brother George Hickson.
Cathy’s true joys in life were spending time with her grandchildren, taking trips with family and friends to the beach, and making holidays and special events ‘magical’ for everyone.
Long known for her compassion and kindness for others, Cathy often took a caregiver role towards those less able or fortunate than herself.