Cathleen Cavanaugh McQuillan, 78, of Houston, TX passed away on April 22, 2021. Cathleen was born in Houston, TX on February 18, 1943, to Catherine McGinley Cavanaugh and Martin James Cavanaugh. After graduating from Marian High School, she went on to study Mathematics and Political Science at University of Texas at Austin. After graduation, she taught Algebra at Spring High School.
Cathleen married Daniel Courtland McQuillan on November 24, 1967, going on to have two children, Gilbert Martin McQuillan and Catherine Mary McQuillan. Dan and Cathleen began McQuillan Surveying Inc. in 1973. Cathleen continued to operate the business until shortly before her death. She enjoyed nature activities such as bird watching, identifying wildflowers and hiking. She also loved to travel with her friends and family, having great adventures in the U.S. and overseas.
Cathleen is predeceased by her parents and her husband, Daniel. She is survived by her son Gilbert McQuillan and his wife Christy, and their children Douglas and Veronica of Austin, Texas, her daughter Catherine Kurten and husband Darrell, and their children Matthew and Daniel of Austin, Texas. She is also survived by her sister, Mary Ellen Reid; her brothers, Marty Cavanaugh and Frank Cavanaugh. Cathleen was a wonderful mom, grandma, aunt, sister, and friend. She will be missed by so many close friends and family.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial donation in Cathleen’s name to Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation. Go to Texas Parks and Wildlife Donation website at https://tinyurl.com/txpwd.
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