Obituaries

Catherine (Cathy) Catalano Slusher, age 59, of Taylor and formerly of Moosic, passed away Wednesday evening at home, after an illness.
Born in Scranton on November 17, 1961, daughter of the late Nancy (Slack) Decker and Phillip Catalano, Cathy was a graduate of Pittston Area High School before raising her adoring family.
Passing away peacefully with family by her side, she’ll forever be missed.
She is survived by her children, Shawn Cole and fiance Samantha, Frank Slusher, Josh Slusher, Cristin Cole, Michele Slusher, Amanda Slusher, Melissa Catalano and Kristy Shimley, whom she raised as a daughter; 15 grandchildren, including Javanah whom was a faithful caregiver to her gram and her beloved “K.K.” whom she adored; a great grandchild; siblings, Cyndee Harrington, Kim Menziff, Phil Catalano and John Catalano; and many nieces and nephews.
Her family would like to thank Marlena of Revolutionary Home Hospice for her dedicated care and genuine compassion.
A blessing service is scheduled for Monday at 6:00PM at the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home, Inc., 517 North Main Street, Old Forge. Family and friends may pay their respects on Monday from 4:00 PM until services.