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Catherine Waller Obituary
She married Tom Waller of Seneca, KS in 1960 in Wray, Colorado (he survives)
She is survived by one son, James of Florida, and three daughters; Denise of Buffalo, MO; Mary Kay of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; and Susan Dickerson of Topeka, KS; 13 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by two sisters, Teresa Blach of Yuma, CO, and Margaret Jones of Denver, CO; five brothers: Gene Devlin of Brush, CO; Terry Devlin of Arizona; Rev. Phil Devlin, Holy Cross Priest of Norte Dame; Paul Devlin of Stillwater, OK; and Mark Devlin of Colorado.
Catherine was a member of Corpus Christi Parish where she belonged to Book Club, Chat and Stitch, and took turns leading Children's Liturgy for many years. She was a published writer who won 2nd place in Best Short Story in 2013 Catholic Press awards.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to Habitat for Humanity or Lawrence Homeless Shelter.
There will be a Graveside Service at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery for immediate family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Catherine Waller
2 Entries
Charleen Helgesen
March 5, 2025
I am just now learning of Cathy´s passing. Cathy and I worked together in Title I reading at
East Heights school. I will always remember fondly how Cathy took me under her wing and supported me. She was a caring and loving person and teacher. I was privileged to call her my friend and mentor. Godspeed to her family whom she loved and spoke of often! Rest in peace, dear friend!
Karen Davies
December 10, 2023
How sad I am to read that Cathy has passed away-my deep sympathies to all of her family. Cathy and I worked together in the Chapter 1/Title 1 reading program for many years. What an amazing teacher she was and many children in Lawrence learned to read because of her efforts. We all benefitted from her compassion and her reasoned reactions to difficult situations. I recall her sense of humor, her passion for teaching, and her style. May she rest comfortably in God´s arms. Karen Davies
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