Katherine took care of children for 40 years and was known for her sweetness, gentleness, and loving kindness.
She is survived by her children: Cynthia (Richard) Marks and Thomas (Ann) Tavares; grandchildren: Casey Tavares, Jessica (Kevin) Reynolds, Michael (Sujin) Marks, Marc and Christopher Tavares; great grandson: Noah Marks. She was predeceased by her former husband Carl Tavares, and 3 sons: Richard, Robert, and David Tavares.
Private services were held in Texas at Bosqueville Cemetery.