Katherine A. Gunderson
1957 – 2012
Putnam – Katherine A. Gunderson, 54, of Thayer street died Saturday April 14, 2012 at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Putnam, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Anna (Blanchette) Durand.
Katherine worked as an inspector for Henke-Sass and also worked as a hairstylist. She was an avid reader and enjoyed her Sunday crossword puzzles.
She is survived by her children, Karl Gunderson of Canyon Lake, CA and Tina Gunderson of New Britain, Ct; three brothers, Richard Durand of Florida, Robert Durand of Thompson and Ronald Durand of Thompson; five sisters, Georgette Menzone of Quinebaug, Jeanne Gendreau of Little River, SC Connie Durand of Thompson, Susan Durand of Putnam and Sandra Krogul of Dudley, MA and two special nieces, Missy Desrochers and Pam Bartomioli. She was the sister of the late Lucienne Kaleszewski, Rene Durand and Dennis Durand.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Katherine’s family from 9:00 to 11:00am on Tuesday April 17, 2012 in the Creation Church, 47 West Thompson Rd, N. Grosvenordale, Ct with her funeral service held at 11:00 in the Church. Memorial donations may be made to the American Lung Association, 45 Ash Street East Hartford, CT 06108. Gilman Funeral Home has been entrusted with her arrangements. For Memorial Guestbook, visit www.GilmanAndValade.com
bunny gagliardi
Dear Tina & Karl:
Our sympathy and thoughts are with you both at this very sad time.
We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. Please know you are all in our prayers.
With Sympathy and Love,
Ralph, Bunny, AJ, Dot & Sandi
Betty Lucier
Dear Tina & Karl-
My deepest sympathy to both of you! I am so sorry both of you loss your mother at a young age. It will be difficult; but both of you are so very strong like your mom was. My heart and love goes to both of you!
Love,
Betty
Betty Lucier
Sue, Sandra, Connie, Bobby, Ronnie & Georgette-
I am so sorry for the loss of your sister. My heart, prayers & love go out to you all. I love you all and I loved Kathy also! If you need anything I am here.
With deepest Sympathy & Love,
Betty
Lance Voboril
Dear Tina and Karl,
No words can really help to ease your loss, just know that you are very close in my thoughts.
Lots of love,
Lance
Talin Erikian
Tina, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Diane Massi
Tina, I’m so sorry for your loss.
Ann Barriere
To the Gunderson family & friends, Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your precious loved one. I hope you find strength and comfort sharing all the good memories.
Psalm 46:1
JD
Tina, my thoughts & prayers are with you. I’m very sorry for your loss and hope to see you soon. JD
Rochelle Lind
Tina,
I’m so sorry for your loss, my heartfelt sympathies and deepest condolences go out to you, and your family.
Sincerly,
Rochelle Lind
Beth Hotchkiss
Dear Tina and Karl,
My heart goes out to you both.
I want you to know you are in my thoughts at this difficult time.
Love, Beth
Shelly Martin
TIna and Family, Mom is has finally found peace may she rest in that peace. All my thoughts are with you now at this difficult time. All my love Shelly Martin
Susie
Tina and Karl:
My deepest sympathy on the passing of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know some days will be harder than others but with the love of your family and friend you both will make it through.
Anna Lawton
Dear Tina,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely Anna Lawton
Tricia Anderson
Dear Tina, Family and Friends,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Mother, Sister and Friend. May cherished memories fill your heart with love at this time of such great sorrow.
My deepest sympathies go out to all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Tricia Anderson and family
Megan Collard
Tina~ Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your mother. Our prayers are with you and the rest of the family at this most difficult time. Megan Collard, Joe Prior and Michael Prior
Jay Beauchesne
Tina and Karl,
I have fond memories of your Mom growing up. May the great memories with her carry you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May she rest in peace.
Jay Beauchesne
Warren & Jayne Reynolds
Dear Karl and Tina,
We are thinking of you at this most difficult time. Always remember the good times you had with your Mom. Please extend our sincere condolences to the rest of the family.
Sincerely,
Warren & Jayne
Seth Thompson
Tina,
I remember your mom as a warm and friendly person, always asking a concerned question about what we were up to or making a funny comment during our usually brief interactions. You and your brother are in my thoughts.
Seth
harry[hap]coman
i am very sorry for your loss, i know words can not describe your sadness, in time, it will lessen. it may help to think of her as she was. i remember kathy as a charming, kind , thoughtful, and very honest lady
Dwayne Stallings
Tina, so, so sorry to hear about your mother. There is not much anyone can say in times like this. I just want you to know you are in my prayers.
Dwayne
Julie Beauchamp
Tina,
I’m so sorry for the loss of your mom. My prayers are with you and Karl.
Hugs
Julie