Catharine “Katie” Lee, 88, a former resident of Plymouth, died at 10:40 a.m. Monday at Heritage Health in Peru, Illinois.
Katie was born in Akron, Indiana, the daughter of Burr and Mary “Beam” Day. Katie moved to Plymouth in 1931 where she attended Lincoln High School.
On September 8, 1943 in Plymouth, Katie married Virgil Lee. Virgil died on October 12, 1982. She was employed by Bosworth’s Bridal Shop in Plymouth for 25 years.
A member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Plymouth, Katie attended church with her daughter and family in Peru. Her hobbies were sewing, oil painting and reading.
Surviving is her daughter, Mary (Ronald) Burdon of Peru, IL. Four grandchildren also survive they are; Mark A. (Pam) Lee, Scott D. (Dolly) Lee all of Plymouth, Steven (Tori) Burdon of Carmel, IN and Stephanie (Doug) Jeffirs of Aurora, IL. Nine great-grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter also survive. Preceding in death were her parents, her husband, Virgil, her son David and daughter-in-law Janet Lee, two sisters: Julia Cramer and Doris Daum and a brother Dale Day.
The family will receive friends on Friday, February 10, 2012 from 4 – 7 p.m. in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St. Plymouth. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home on Saturday, February 11th at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Kerry O’Brien presiding.
Burial will be in New Oakhill Cemetery Plymouth.
Memorial gifts may be given to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Ruby Craft Koby says
Mary Ruth so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mother was a very nice lady and very nice looking. Have not seen you since graduation, but still remember you. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Marcia Rettinger says
I worked with Katie at Bosworth\’s and gained alot of experience and knowledge from her. She was such a sweet, dignified person. The family are in my thoughts & prayers. May peace be with you. Sincerely with Sympathy, Marcia Rettinger
Don & Kathy Parker says
Scott & Dolly & kids and Mark & Pam and kids,
Please accept our sincere sympathy at the passing of your Grandmother. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. I had intended to come to the funeral this morning, but am still not feeling very well and Don had to work. We are certainly thinking of you all as you go through this. Love you all. Don & Kathy Parker
Linda Wawrzyniak says
Scott, Dolly and family,
We are so sorry so hear about the loss of your grandma. You are in our thoughts and prayers and we are here if for you if there is anything that you need. We love you all.
Linda & Danny Wawrzyniak
Betty Lou Laramore says
My thoughts and prayers are with you now, while you are celebrating Katie\’s life at her funeral. I intended to be there, was dressed, had my coat on, but when I put on my boots boots I knew I couldn\’t go. I\’m recovering from a toe infection, and when the somewhat pointed toe of the boot squeezed my toes together the pain was severe and I knew I couldn\’t endure that. Too snowy for my wide-toed shoes. Thankful I had a good visit with Mary and Ron Friday. Katie was remarkable, and having her in my life was a blessing.
With love,
Matt Pesch says
Folks,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Katie\’s passing. I worked with Katie at Bosworths for several years. She lives on in my memory. Many is the time we would share a laugh while Katie and I would discuss this or that. I worked with Katie when I was a teen and she worked with my grandmother at the Plymouth Cafe when she was a teen. Katie was one of the first adults who talked to me as an adult and that left an indelible impression on me. Countless brides owe a good part of their wedding memories to Katie. Such a wonderful lady!
I will so miss Katie, yet I know she is now with Verge and David as well as others she loved and lost.
God Bless,
Matt Pesch
Ruby Craft Koby says
Mary Ruth so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mother was a very nice lady and very nice looking. Have not seen you since graduation, but still remember you. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Marcia Rettinger says
I worked with Katie at Bosworth\’s and gained alot of experience and knowledge from her. She was such a sweet, dignified person. The family are in my thoughts & prayers. May peace be with you. Sincerely with Sympathy, Marcia Rettinger
Don & Kathy Parker says
Scott & Dolly & kids and Mark & Pam and kids,
Please accept our sincere sympathy at the passing of your Grandmother. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. I had intended to come to the funeral this morning, but am still not feeling very well and Don had to work. We are certainly thinking of you all as you go through this. Love you all. Don & Kathy Parker
Linda Wawrzyniak says
Scott, Dolly and family,
We are so sorry so hear about the loss of your grandma. You are in our thoughts and prayers and we are here if for you if there is anything that you need. We love you all.
Linda & Danny Wawrzyniak
Betty Lou Laramore says
My thoughts and prayers are with you now, while you are celebrating Katie\’s life at her funeral. I intended to be there, was dressed, had my coat on, but when I put on my boots boots I knew I couldn\’t go. I\’m recovering from a toe infection, and when the somewhat pointed toe of the boot squeezed my toes together the pain was severe and I knew I couldn\’t endure that. Too snowy for my wide-toed shoes. Thankful I had a good visit with Mary and Ron Friday. Katie was remarkable, and having her in my life was a blessing.
With love,
Matt Pesch says
Folks,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Katie\’s passing. I worked with Katie at Bosworths for several years. She lives on in my memory. Many is the time we would share a laugh while Katie and I would discuss this or that. I worked with Katie when I was a teen and she worked with my grandmother at the Plymouth Cafe when she was a teen. Katie was one of the first adults who talked to me as an adult and that left an indelible impression on me. Countless brides owe a good part of their wedding memories to Katie. Such a wonderful lady!
I will so miss Katie, yet I know she is now with Verge and David as well as others she loved and lost.
God Bless,
Matt Pesch