Kathleen Elizabeth Kanealey Burns
Of Port Charlotte Florida passed away June 8, 2023. Born May 3, 1945, to John Kanealey and Geraldine Barnum Kanealy of Rochester, NY. She was predeceased by her husband John J. Burns. She is survived by her son Matthew (Lynette) Peters, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
After completing her master’s degree, Kathleen worked as a certified substance abuse counselor both in private practice and later at a correctional facility.
A lifelong friend of Bill Wilson’s she was passionate about helping people in every phase of recovery. Strong-willed, determined and quick witted, Kathleen always advocated for the underdog. She not only advocated for the human underdog but the canine variety as well. At one time she had five dogs that she cared for and enjoyed.
She took pleasure in creating and tending to her beautiful gardens. She was also a bird lover and had many rescued birds that she cared for.
Besides caring for her beautiful gardens and precious animals, Kathleen knew how to tend to herself. She could always put together the perfect outfit and look amazing. She was definitely one of a kind, she will be missed.
Her Mass of remembrance will be celebrated on Wednesday September 27th, 10:30am at Holy Cross Church.
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