Kathleen (McDonnell) Dorsey

Kathleen Dorsey (nee McDonnell), 88, passed away on April 12, 2026.

 Born in Berea, she was a lifelong resident of the community. Kathleen was employed with NASA, retiring in 2000. She was a devoted member of St. Mary Parish.

Kathleen enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Grady, and her parents, James and Cecilia (Schneider) McDonnell. She is survived by her daughters Maureen (Gregory) Kudlac and Karen Dorsey (Kevin Wallenhorst); and her grandchildren, Michael Kudlac (Alexis Long), Megan (Andrew) LaRose, and Kayleigh Wallenhorst. 

Visitation will be held at Baker, Kensinger Funeral Home (206 Front St.) on Wednesday April 15, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M..  

Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary Parish (250 Kraft St Berea) at 11:00 A.M  on Thursday April 16, 2026,  internment at St. Mary’s of the Falls cemetery (Berea).

Contributions can be made in Kathleen's name to Kemper House Strongsville, Hospice of Western Reserve or Holy Family Hospice.

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