Catherine O’Grady

CATHERINE “KATY” O’GRADY, age 52; beloved mother of Dillon Delgado; cherished daughter of Noreen Sweeney (nee Keegan); loving sister of Kevin and Mary O’Grady, Michael, Daniel and Tom Sweeney, Peggy O’Grady, Peter Sweeney and Martha Brighenti; dear niece, aunt and cousin of many. Also survived by her K-9 companions Tokyo and Gizmo.

Katy lived in California for the past 25 years, prior to that she lived in Cleveland. She attended grade school at Gesu, graduated from Regina High School and Notre Dame Collage in Cleveland. Katy enjoyed teaching high school Spanish for many years. She was a competitive swimmer, dancer and loved sports and exercise. Katy will be remembered for her love of animals and her sweet and gentle nature. She was always full of life, happy and very forgiving.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Katy’s memory to ASPCA (American Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). Cremation by DeJohn Crematory. Prayers of Christian Burial Tuesday, December 2, 2014 at the Marian Chapel of Gesu Catholic Church, 2470 Miramar Blvd., University Hts., OH 44118 at 10:30 AM. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Katy immediately following the service at McAuley Hall at Gesu Church.