Katherine Jean Elizabeth Kiley-Shepherd

June 24th, 2018

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It is with great sadness the family of Katherine Jean Elizabeth Kiley-Shepherd announces her sudden passing on Sunday, June 24, 2018 at the young age of 55. Katherine was born on November 2, 1962 at the General Hospital in Saint John, New Brunswick. She worked as a Nurses Aid for many years at St. Joseph’s Hospital also in Saint John, New Brunswick. She loved spending her summers at Lily Lake and camping with her friends and family. Katherine has resided in Alberta with her family for the past 12 years. Katherine will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 30 years John and her daughter Jackie (Jeff) Hay; Grandson Riley Hay, son John Shepherd and youngest daughter Rebecca Shepherd; her brother Kevin (Janice) Kiley, cousin Judy Melanson; Brothers and Sisters in Law Robert (Suzanne), Jane (Robbie), Jim (Agnes) and Maggie. Katherine will also be lovingly remembered by dozens of aunts and uncles and nieces and nephews. Katherine was predeceased by her parents Ronald Patrick Kiley and Jean Gertrude Burton, as well as her mother and father-in-law John and Rebecca Shepherd. Katherine loved walking and snuggling her beloved dog Bugsie as well as reading a good book. She spent much time at her summer camp with her husband and children. A private Celebration of Katherine’s Life will be held for immediate family members. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of ones choice. 

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I'm so sorry to hear of Kathy passing..I've known Kathy for 50 plus years one of my dearest childhood friends so many laughs and a few tears and what we put Mr.Kiley though lol...my condolences to the Shepherd and Kiley Family

Cheryl, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada

So, sad to hear of Kathy's passing. Last time we saw each other was in St. Andrews and I have always wondered where you had moved to. She and the family were thought of and I had hoped to connect sometime, somewhere. My sincerest condolences to the family, she was loved by and she will always be missed.

Penny Morehouse, Lakeside, New Brunswick, Canada

To John and family. So sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. Thoughts and prayers going your way. Maria

Maria scott, Rothesay, NB, Canada

Myself and the family send our love. Cherish your memories and allow them to give you strength during this difficult time. We will always remember Kathy as a wonderful, charismatic, and generous woman. We will cherish the precious moments our families shared together, laughing, cooking, and enjoying each other’s company. We will always be here for you, John, and Rebecca. Stay strong and know that she will always be with you.

Heather Green, Marystown, NL, Canada

It was with great sadness when we heard of Cathy’s passing . We had so many good times back when John, Cathy and family lived in Marystown / Burin area and there weren’t too many days that we didn’t see and spend time in each other’s company . Cathy had many friends in our neck of the woods. We always wished the family would end up back in this area and John back at the shipyard. Good bless u all. Sincere condolences Bob and Bernie

Bernie and Bob Gute, Marystown , Newfoundland, Canada

I’m crying here reading this. I’m so sorry for your loss. She was a funny and very heartfelt lady. She will be missed for sure.

Andrea Marshall, Marystown, NL, Canada

To Kathy’s family, how so very sorry and sad to have read of her passing. Kathy and I were childhood friends growing up in East Saint John. So many wonderful memories come to mind of our time together. I thought of her often and wished we would have reconnected but I am happy to know she was loved by you all. Gone too soon ❤️

Darlene McNeill Gosling, Quispamsis , New Brunswick, Canada

Dear John, Jackie, John & Rebecca, I was so very saddened to hear of Kathy’s passing. My sincerest sympathies on your loss.

Janice Shepherd, Saint John, NB, Canada

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