Catherine M. "Kay" Dignan of Orland Park, IL, has passed away, leaving behind a family and community who loved her dearly.
Behind every name is a life, and behind every life are the people who loved it.
Grief is love with nowhere left to go.
Catherine "Kay" Dignan (nee Manhatton)
Kay died peacefully at 101 years of age on May 1st after a blessed life full of love.
Beloved wife of the late William J. Dignan.
Loving mother of Cathy Sawyers and Terry (Maureen) Dignan.
Cherished Grandma D of Kristin (Megan), Amy (Gavin), Dan (Casey), Emily (Andrew), Megan and Matt (Mary Kate).
Proud great grandmother of Owen, Genevieve, Lula, Leo, Sid, and Polly.
Devoted daughter of the late Robert and Margaret (nee Byrne) Manhatton.
Preceded in death by her siblings.
Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Kay was a quiet, patient, and prayerful woman of great faith; devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Rosary.
Her grandchildren and great grandchildren were an enormous source of joy, light and peace in her life. She was a stellar golfer, avid Chicago sports team fan and a secret Green Bay Packers fan!
Visitation Friday, 10:00 a.m. until time of Service at 12:00 p.m. at Robert J. Sheehy and Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W 151st Street, Orland Park, IL.
Interment Private
In lieu of flowers donations to Mercy Home for Boys and Girls, 1140 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago IL 60607 or https://donate.mercyhome.org/, greatly appreciated.
Please leave a memory for the family on Kay's Tribute Wall; your stories will bring comfort to her family. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878
