Ms. Kathleen M. Spatzer, 68, of Little River, South Carolina, formerly of Avoca, passed away Thursday, December 14, 2023, at McCleod Seacoast Hospital, Little River, South Carolina.

Born in Pittston, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Ruth Resavy Walsh and was graduate of Pittston Area High School and Bloomsburg University. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Mercy Hospital, Scranton and Geisinger South, Wilkes-Barre.

Kathy was a loving mom, grandma, sister, aunt and friend. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandson, Dustin, who was the light of her life. She was the Philadelphia Eagles biggest fan, loved to garden and spend her Friday nights playing cards with her friends.

Surviving are:
Daughter, Holly Dering and her husband, Evan, of Avoca
Daughter, Megan Baldoni and her husband, Frank, of Pittston
Grandson, Dustin Baldoni of Pittston

Sister, Karen Piontek and her husband, Bernard, of Duryea
Nieces and great nieces

Fiance, Alan Carey, of Little River, South Carolina

Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023. Arrangements are by the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea. To leave an online condolence for Kathy's family, please visit the funeral home website, www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

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Guestbook Entries

Karen, I'm so sorry to hear of Kathy passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Kathy's family. May she rest in peace.

Judy Martinelli (4 months ago)

Karen, I'm so sorry for your loss. God will be with you through this tough time, and Kathy will be added to my prayers.

Elaine Yurkon (4 months ago)

Be assured she will be remembered in our prayers. This is a trying time, but God will help you . Believe me. From my family to yours we are always here for you.

Nancy Matys (4 months ago)

Holly, Megan, Karen and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Kathy was the first person to welcome us to the neighborhood. What fun we all had!

Frank, Marie, Frankie and Tara (4 months ago)

Going to miss KittyKat! So glad Jim and I were able to visit with her in Myrtle Beach a few years ago! Prayers for the whole family at this very difficult time.

Cathy Palicki (4 months ago)

I’m so sorry for loss of this Fantastic lady. I had some very good times helping her in the garden cleaning out the Mexican petunias. We had a private joke about her being one of the witches and I better watch out. I will miss her dearly and love her. Rest in peace . We all loved you.

Richard Dilcher (4 months ago)

I’m so sorry for the loss of your mom…I wish there was enough space to write down everything that Kathy has meant to me…she was one of the loving lights in my life. She will always be missed and loved.

Malissa Bell Johnson (4 months ago)

Our deepest condolences on the loss of your sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May she rest in peace.

Carl and Mary Witkowski (4 months ago)

Holly.So sorry for your loss prayers for your family..I'm here for you..

Kim korshnak (4 months ago)

We are so sorry for your family’s loss.

Jamie Joe and JT (4 months ago)

Holly, My sincere condolences to you and your family. My your lovely memories of your mom be with you always.

Nancy Hrab (4 months ago)

Kathie was always so chipper and friendly, never a moment where she wasn't trying to liven the room up around you. Holly and Megan are family to us and we are here to help through these tough times if you need us. Kathie will be greatly missed and never forgotten. Sending love and prayers.

Kris and Beth Fragale (4 months ago)

Karen, My deepest condolences on the loss of your sister. Prayers for you and your family at this difficult time. May she Rest in Peace. God Bless.

Valerie Olszewski (4 months ago)

I will miss Kathy a friend that I called sister I will miss our coffee by the pool and at each other’s houses and of course our Friday night card games. Love you Kathy will see in heaven.

Karen Woods (4 months ago)

Holly, Megan and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending love to you all.

Debbie Cairns (4 months ago)

I’m so thankful for the time I was able to spend with Holly, Megan, Kathy and the rest of the family at Disney many years ago. I will cherish the memories we made and conversations we had.

Amy Jemec (4 months ago)

Sorry for your loss keeping your family in our prayers .

Mary lou fereck (4 months ago)

So sad for holly and Megan. Kathy took her lemons and made lemonade. I speak for all her former mercy co workers we are all sad and heartbroken at her passing. Fly high Spatz.

Linda kavulich (4 months ago)

So glad we were able to catch up a few years ago in myrtle beach. Love Rox

Roxanne Spatzer (4 months ago)

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