Kathleen F. Venezia

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kathleen Frances Venezia (Kathy), a beloved mother, cherished friend, and the guiding light of our family. Kathy passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025 surrounded by her loving family after a long, courageous battle with lung cancer.

Born on October 5, 1947 in Everett, MA, Kathy was the heart and soul of our large, close-knit family. The only daughter of five siblings, Kathy was the consummate caregiver. She spent her entire life caring for, nurturing, guiding, and loving each member of her family with unwavering devotion. As the loving wife to her late husband Nicholas Venezia (Nick), she was a soulmate, muse, and best friend; as a mother and grandmother, she was a constant source of comfort, wisdom, and unconditional love, always willing to offer an empathetic ear, words of encouragement and truth, and a steady hand when needed most. She sacrificed unselfishly throughout her life, caring for her late husband, Nick Venezia, her late mother, Helen Dimond, her late brother, Louis Dimond, and her late aunt, Palmie Burnham, all of whom battled life-ending illnesses. It even pained her greatly to be unable to care for her elder brother, Edward Dimond, who succumbed to his own illness while Kathy was battling her own.

Kathy was also a true friend to many. Her kindness, generosity, and ability to make everyone feel at home left a forever impression on all who knew and loved her. Her laughter, warmth, and strength were infectious, and her home was always open, and always a place of comfort for anyone in need of a listening ear or delicious meal.

Kathy assumed the mantle of matriarch after her mother before her, and served as the family’s linchpin until her dying breath. She was known for her quiet strength and resilience, but also for her ability to connect with everyone, young and old alike. Whether it was through thoughtful advice, shared moments of joy, or the gentle guidance she offered, Kathy shaped the lives of those around her in ways that will never be forgotten.

Kathy is survived by her brothers, Steven and Lawrence (Larry); children, Stephen and his wife Shari, Gary and his wife Ginee; grandchildren, Nicholas, Desiree, Gabriella, Alexander, Sophia, and Jack; and leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and strength for many more family and friends too numerous to chronicle here.

A celebration of life will be held at Rocco’s Funeral Home on her birthday, Sunday October 5, 2025. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Wounded Warrior Project, two organizations dear to Kathy’s heart.

Though we mourn her passing, we also celebrate the incredible life she lived—a life full of unselfish love, generosity, laughter, and memories that will forever live on in our hearts.

May you rest in peace. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

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