Catherine (Kennedy) Stover, 73, of Clearfield, passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2016 at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh.
She was born April 13, 1943 in Clearfield, the daughter of the late Edmund R. Kennedy Sr. and Josephine (Shamp) Kennedy.
Kathy loved her family which consisted of her daughter, Sherry Kennedy of Bear Rocks; four brothers, Edmund Kennedy Jr. and wife Rita of Williamsport, Thomas Kennedy of Clearfield, Ronald Kennedy and wife Louise of Clearfield and Michael Kennedy and wife Brenda of Clearfield; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Kathy graduated from Clearfield Area High School in 1961. After graduation, she worked at Penn Traffic (Riverside Market) for several years. She then attended Beauty Culture School, graduating in 1971. In 1974, she opened her own beauty shop in Susquehanna Terrace until 1986, when she moved her shop to Weaver Street in Clearfield.
In the mid 1970's, she received season tickets to Penn State football games at Beaver Stadium in State College and for 34 years, enjoyed tailgating and attending these games. She also spent many hours playing cards, especially Pinochle, with family and friends. Kathy has also always taken great pride in landscaping her home and cooking and baking. She also enjoyed her two dogs, a Poodle named Snoopy and a Bichon Frise named Luvi.
She belonged to the family camp, Kennedy Kamp Inc. where she spent many years with family and friends. One of her fondest memories was her 50th birthday surprise party with many family and friends in attendance. She was also a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, Clearfield where she attended many functions, Bible study classes, helping with many church functions and serving the church in general.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
The Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield is charge of arrangements.
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