The last time I saw Katie was in 1966.  Years passed and we lost contact but I have thought of her often.  Today I hoped I could find her on facebook and was shocked to learn of her passing.  To her children, I was one of your Mom's roommates in the early 60's.  I have many fond, fun memories of her.  Your family is in my prayers.

It's been several years since I've seen or spoken to Katie.  I just remember her laugh and how sweet and kind she was to everyone she touched.  I know she will be truly missed.  My heart goes out to your family.

Susie and Danny, you are both in my thoughts and prayers. What an amazing mother you were blessed with! I will always remember how she made me feel being around her ~ special and loved. She will be truly missed and I am so very sad for your loss.

Dan & Susanne, and family, I am so very sad to hear about your Mom.  I didn't know in time to make the visitation but I remember your Mom very well and I always loved her.  She was so very very nice.  I know that you all will be missing her very much.  I will keep her and all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

From the "Halls of Lillis High" to present Katie's Irish eyes were always smiling. 

God Bless the entire O'Sullivan and Lake family.

Found on a tombstone in Ireland:
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Katie and I share the same name right down to our Confirmation name.  Kathleen Theresa Marie (Long)Sharkey

I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing into acceptance.  Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Kathleen, I know and work with her son, Dan.  From what I've read, she sounds like a truly amazing young lady.  I truly hope Kathleen rests in peace and is now singing and dancing with the angels, as well as all the dearly departed before her.  My deepest sympathies for your loss.

Although we did not know Katie as well as her brothers Bill and Denny, she always seemed to share the O'Sullivan clan's "zest" for life!  May she rest in peace.  Our thoughts and prayers are with all her wonderful family.

I have wonderful memories of Katie as I was growing up. Lots of O'Sullivan gatherings at Aunt Anne's house, but mostly of the St. Patricks Day parade. I remember when she hugged you, she hugged you!!!  And her laugh!  God Bless you all in this time of loss.

I want to pass on my condolences to the family.  I had only briefly talked to Katie at the last family “Gathering” (my first).  As I walked into the church she was at the door, we introduced ourselves to each other, and after talking a bit, she informed me that she was actually named after my great grandmother Katie O’Sullivan Cunningham.  She instantly made me feel welcomed.  I know she will be missed.

Katie was an amazing and spirited soul. She was truly loving and passionate about family and life. It was indeed a blessing to have had my life touched by Katie many years ago and I will never forget her.

We are thinking of all of you and your loss.  Katie did indeed touch many people and she loved her family. You have a Guardian Angel looking over you.  The Sanker Family

Leslie and I are sitting here in Arizona thinking of the fun times with Katie and the O'Sullivan clan over the years.  Thank you for your generous spirit. We'll miss you. Much Love, Max & Linda Teague, & Leslie & Jim Ray

I graduated with Katie from Lillis High. 50 years later I has searching for anyone who might know of a reunion. Of course, Katie was the first to contact me. That's Katie for ya! Through emails over the past two years, Katie shared so much of herself and her beloved family that I began to feel like a member of the O'Sullivan / Lake clan. I'll be  forever grateful for her reaching out to me and for being such a good  friend. I know I'm standing in a very long line to say so, Katie, but you know those times we signed emails, "Love ya!"? Well, I meant it every time. I'm missing you very much Katie.

Susie, Danny, Jeannine - my prayers are with you all during this time of sorrow.  Your mom was the life of the party and always smiling.  May God watch over you.  Love you guys. Shellie (Pat and Bubby's daughter)

To the O'Sullivan brothers and all the Family. I know that you have lost a big part of your heart. Katie was just one of the most wonderful people I have known. May God Bless you all.

Katie was my friend and neighbor for over 40 years.  She included my girls and me in many of the O'Sullivan clan gatherings over the years.  After we both retired, we would check in with each other almost daily.  We had many good talks, laughs and tears.  Katie did not complain about her health issues and when asked how she felt, she was always positive.  I will miss seeing her out in the yard or sitting on the patio watching the birds.  Goodbye my friend, I love you.  I know you are at peace and no longer hurting.

To the Lake family:

I wish to express my deepest sympathies to Dan and his entire family for the passing of his mother. May God bless you all in his care in your time of sorrow.

Katie was a very lighted person, open-minded and fun family. Just the handful of moments I spent with her (and Charlie) will be cherished.

Susie and Danny, mama Katie will truly be missed, she loved her family,everyone she knew and enjoyed life to the fullest. To the family you are in our thoughts and prayers,

Dan & Suzie - 
My heart hurts for you both! The obituary was beautiful ~ so true.  Your mom was such an amazing lady.  You are all in my prayers.

Mama Katie will be truly missed, she was a fantastic person, loved her family and enjoyed life to the fullest. To her family you are in my thoughts and prayers

   It was the sparkle in her eyes that kept Irish eyes smiling. It was her voice that could calm, any one that needed her. It was her heart that beat for all who knew her.

Dear Denny,Kathy,Susie,Dan and all the Lakes and O'Sullivans.
So very sorry about losing Katie. All who knew her were aware of how much a loving and caring person she was. She was important to all and will be greatly missed. 
Jim and Jean Walruff

To Katie's family.  I had the distinct privilege of having Katie for a classmate for four years at Lillis.  Time and cirumstances sent us in different directions until she and Baldy Darnay decided to put together a Lillis 1959 50th reunion.  So happy was I to see Katie - all the years drifted away.  We were like kids in the hall again.  

I am still reeling about the news of her passing.  I know that she is now sitting in Heaven planning the next event, or putting in a good word with God for all her friends and family.  Sleep well my wonderful friend.

Have fun in Heaven until we all get there to join you! To the family - take comfort in knowing she is in great company!

Our prayers reach out to you and your family.The Lord will bless and protect you.

Katie was my sister-in-love, my hero, and my friend for many years. We cried together, laughed till our sides hurt, and went on political rants together! Katie was also my teacher in so many ways. She taught me more about forgiveness and unconditional love than anyone. Staying positive in life was not merely something Katie talked about...she lived her life that way and was a shining example for the rest of us. Katie will be missed by so many! Happy trails dear friend...until we meet again.

Our deepest sympathies to the family and all that knew Katie.  She was a spectacular woman that made such a huge-positive impact on so many lives, leaving an incredible legacy of unconditional love and support.  Kathleen O'Sullivan Lake was the perfect example of God's wish for us all.

Katie has always been a bright light in my life.  She truly cared about family and kept everyone connected.  What a wonderful woman!  She will truly be missed!  I'm sure she is having a wonderful time up there in heaven with all the family who have gone before us!

Susie and Danny,
I am so sorry and sad for your loss. The words in the obituary are so true.  I will always have fond memories of our carpool days, hearing about your mom through you and how she was always interested in how my family was doing, and how wonderful she was every time I saw her, like no time had passed.  It was always obvious you both gave her the greatest joy and I know you will carry her legacy forever.  Love to you both.
--Rozanne

It was always great to see Katie and enjoy her love of life and family.  Even if it had been a while she always greeted you like a close friend.  She was Irish as you can get.  She will be missed.

Will miss your updates on our Grandchildren .I'm sure you'll still take care of them from above and I'll try my best from down here. Kiss my Carly for me and hug her till I get there too Love you Diane

Denny, Katie, and all of the O's,
I have known Katie for many years.  She was my saving grace when I worked at AT&T.  She was the sister of my best friends husband and a wonderful sister, mom, grandmother, aunt and friend.  She was the glue that worked.  It just does not seem true that she is gone, but never forgotten.  I am sure Charlie and Carly are enjoying her hugs and kisses as they all watch over the O'Sullivan family.  
May God keep you in the palm of His hands.
I love you all!

I will always remember her smile. Every time I think of her the smile is always on her face. We shared many hours with the Little Leauge Base Ball.  Her Danny my Kenny Lee. See you some day Katie. Love Wilma

Katie always relished family and celebrated life, even in the passing of life.  We will miss Katie and can only hope to emulate her.  Love, support and prayers to the Lakes.

Sincere and heartfelt condolences to all of the family.

Katie was a precious human being. I never saw her when she didn't have a smile in the over 40 years I knew her.

Katie befriended my mother Eileen Audley some years ago. They talked on the phone and visited in person for hours and loved to go shopping.

Of all the hearts to break with Katie passed on "God's was the first."

For the last 10 years Katie was The Woman in the Arena and had tons of Grace under Pressure.

We all need Model's not critic's. Katie was a Model of a wonderful human being.

OBITUARY

Kathleen Katie Therese O'Sullivan Lake

October 3, 1942 – April 5, 2011

McGilley Antioch Chapel

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