Katherine Lee Palmer
Tuesday, December 23, 1941
Date of Death:
Thursday, December 26, 2024
Age:
83 years old
Tuesday, December 23, 1941
Date of Death:
Thursday, December 26, 2024
Age:
83 years old
Tuesday, December 23, 1941
Date of Death:
Thursday, December 26, 2024
Age:
83 years old
Katherine Lee Palmer
Katherine “Cathy” Lee (Olsen) Palmer, 83, of Rochester, MN, died Thursday, December 26, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Hospital St. Marys Campus.
Katherine Lee Olsen was born along with twin sister Karen Marie on December 23, 1941. She was raised in Albert Lea by Harold and Lillian (Horning) Olsen. After marrying Erwin Palmer, the couple moved to Rochester in 1960.
Cathy loved to sing. She was involved with the church choir and Sweet Adelines. She was also a Red Hat and long-time member of the Does.
Cathy is survived by her special friend, John; sons, Jim (Roxanne) and Brian; and granddaughters, Caitlin and Chelsea. She is preceded in death by her parents, sister and husband.
The family would like to express our gratitude to the staff on St. Marys – Mary Brigh 6B, and 4 Domitilla for Cathy’s care and comfort these last weeks.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 3, 2025 in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home with Rev. Jenny Cannon officiating. Visitation will he held one hour prior to the service on Friday. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Rochester.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
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Heaven has gained another angel from our family, and she is singing with the choir.
I could not have asked for a more loving and caring sister-in-law. Kathy will truly be missed, but the many wonderful memories remain and will forever bring joy to my heart and a smile to my face.
Sincere condolences to Jim and his family, and to Brian. Rest in the assurance that we will meet her again someday.
Rest in peace Kathy.
My most sincere condolences to the family of Kathy. I worked with her many, many years ago at Piggly Wiggly. She was always very kind!
Dear Family and dear friends,
Sincere sympathy in the loss of your beloved Kathy. She was a wonderful person who radiated smiles and caring thoughts. Visiting with her was always joyful. May loving memories remain forever in your hearts.
Peace and love,
Pat
So sorry for your loss. I remember Kathy from coming to Brad Boice events. May she rest in peace.
Cheri Schendel
I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing
Will keep your families in prayer.
God Bless.