Catherine Ann Harkey, age 76, of Grandview, Missouri peacefully passed away on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024. Cathy battled kidney disease, surrounded by her loving friends and family, until she was called home by the Lord. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at Mt. Moriah, Newcomer & Freeman Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Road, Kansas City, MO.
Cathy spent her early years in Kansas City, Missouri, before moving to Grandview in 1976. Cathy spent many years volunteering in the Grandview School District before serving as a special education educator at Belvidere Elementary School. She touched countless lives with her radiant smile, which illuminated every room she entered. Cathy found joy in playing Bingo with friends and loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Cathy was preceded in death by her husband George M Harkey, Jr., father Robert "Bob" McDonald and mother Mary McDonald. She is survived by her children Robb (Kim) Harkey and Christine (Antwan) Johnson, as well as her four grandchildren: Kennede (20), Kennesen (19), Olivia (6), and Eli (3).
With a heart of gold, Cathy brought laughter and happiness to all she encountered. To know her was to love her. Though she left this world too soon, her impact will never be forgotten.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Team MO-KAN, 626 Clubhouse Drive, Lee's Summit, MO 64086.