Cathleen, like her mother before her, has been part of our life for more years than we can remember. Think of the chair that she always has by the counter in the Catholic Repository: it was an invitation to sit down for a chat. With Cathleen we could share news from around the parishes. We could get advice, maybe some help with a health problem; maybe could put the world right.Since the news broke about Cathleen going to the Lord people have asked, "What will do without her?"   

In all that she did and said Cathleen lived out her life as a devout Catholic, faithful to her beliefs, kind to others and always ready to give support, Not only she did look after individuals and families but Cathleen also gave great assistance to Catholic schools, to churches and parish groups. She ran her business on such a personal level without having to resort to technology. What is wrong a with a cash drawer and the occasional written receipt? We loved the traditional ways of doing things.

Dear Cathleen was, and still is, a friend to many, a rock, a true legend,

On a really personal note I shall always treasure the memory of Cathleen bestowing upon me this great honour: just before her mother's coffin was sealed, Cathleen asked me to entwine rosary beads in her mother's hands. It was a privilege to do this and it showed Cathleen's generosity of spirit that she would give this proud responsibility to someone from outside the family, I think it was then that I knew that I was Cathleen's friend and not just a customer.

May the Lord grant Cathleen eternal rest with her dear parents, I thank God for the service of this genuinely good woman,   

Tony Kiely