Kathleen Fres Clemente was a natural leader whose winning presence allowed her to take control of various situations with ease. Equipped with a clear and calculating focus, she possessed a tough-minded, “take charge” attitude. She had the ability to make even routine situations seem exciting, and she was at ease with the role of playing problem solver. Kathleen always sought out the scene of where the action was. Sociable, analytical and pleasant, Kathleen was an individual who enjoyed life’s challenges.
Her parents were Vicente and Josefa Fres. Kathleen was raised in Cagayan Valley, Philippines. Always able to express herself well, Kathleen possessed strong interpersonal skills. She was optimistic in her outlook on life and was able at all times to be open and direct in her communication. Armed with a great wit, Kathleen was raised to be accepting of others and to implement a strong personal work ethic.
Blessed with a balanced attitude, Kathleen was able to relate well with others. Her occasional role as family mediator gave her the opportunity to ease tense situations when they occurred. Kathleen was raised with 8 siblings. She had six sisters Lilia, Evangeline, Angeles, Emma, Virginia, and Elsie and three brothers Eddie, Jose, and Vicente Jr. Kathleen had a strong desire to be treated fairly and would readily offer others the same fairness in return.
As a young child, Kathleen showed her creative ability in many ways. She was outgoing and animated. Kathleen enjoyed new activities and pursued a variety of interests with immense talent in playing the piano. She was athletic in her younger years as a volleyball player. She was a School Administrator for her parents private-owned high school, Claveria Institute. Kathleen's greatest achievement was to raise children who succeeded professionally. She had a big heart in helping relatives, friends and town mates.
Kathleen was the kind of person who could win others over easily. A concrete communicator, she relied on her senses to increase her involvement and awareness of others. She was always able to provide amusing repartee to her friends and acquaintances, offering a seemingly endless supply of quips, anecdotes, jokes and stories. If Kathleen had a theme song written about her, it might well have been “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” She enjoyed her life and the experience of living it. This is how everyone will remember Kathleen Fres Clemente.
She was married to Geody V. Clemente for 35 years.
She was survived by her children, Khristine & John, Paul & Eleanor, Filomena & Roderick, Christopher, Marjorie & Michael and her grandchildren, Kaitlin Victoria, Angela Marie, Gabriel Brent, Marc Kristoffer, Cristelle Allyson, Allan Nathaniel, Kevin, Mallory Jacob, Jordan Micah, Ethan Matthew, Margaret Joule, Luke Macmichael, Veronica Love, and John Francis.
Her wake will be on Thursday, February 02, 2023 from 4:00 - 8:00 pm, Forest Park South Funeral Home, Dignity Memorial at 12650 Shadow Creek Parkway, Pearland, Texas 77584.
Funeral Proceedings will be held on Friday, February 03, 2023 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Manvel, Texas from 1:00 pm to be followed by burial rites at Paradise Cemetery South, 2237 Cullen Blvd. Pearland Tx 77581. The family will host a reception at Forest Park South following the interment rites on Friday, February 03, 2023 from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm.
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