Goodbye to a special friend

Catherine was always known to us as “Mrs. Black”.  She was certainly someone who could be counted on to do whatever was asked.   She was always involved in the Jack O’Lantern Stroll, going as far back as the time when pumpkins were carved in dining rooms of homes.  She loved carving so much that she involved her children in the task.  Today, they are staunch supporters of our efforts.  She was always the first one to show up for the yard sale to price items and work check out.   Her words were soft but you always knew where she stood and she was always there, especially for her son Steve.  He has grown into a wonderful and kind man because of her.  We will always miss her but she has left a true legacy of love, friendship and support.  Dreams With Wings is an organization that has indeed been touched by her!

Jenifer

BLACK, CATHERINE “KATE” ROBY (KAUFMAN), 81, of Louisville, passed away Friday, November 7, 2008 at her residence. Catherine was a private caregiver and a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. She was also affiliated with the Dreams with Wings. She was preceded in death by a son, Donnie and a daughter, Peggy. Survivors include a daughter, Cathy Carter (Erman); sons, Tom Roby (Denise) and Steve Black; a son-in-law, Ron Hall; brothers, Bernie Kaufman (Faye), Johnny Kaufman (Betty) and Jake Kaufman; a sister-in-law, Lucille Kaufman as well as six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Her funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, November 10, 2008 at Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home Chapel, 3800 Bardstown Road, with burial to follow in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to Dreams with Wings, 1759 Bardstown Road or Hosparus of Louisville.

Published in The Courier-Journal on 11/8/2008