From Strunk Funeral Homes & Crematory
Kathleen Marie Grace, 65, Sebastian
May 8, 1955 – April 18, 2021
Mrs. Kathleen Marie Grace, 65, went to her heavenly reward on April 18, 2021 with her husband and sons at her side.
Kathy was born to Dorothy and Carlos O’Brien in Chicago. She grew up with six other brothers and sisters, Elena, Peter, Patrick, Tim, Mary and Christopher. She earned her Nursing degree at St. Xavier University in Chicago, where she started her nursing career. She later moved to Ft Lauderdale, where her parents and most of her family had moved. She then moved to Melbourne where she started raising her boys Joseph, David and Robert, and then moved to Sebastian for most of their primary and secondary school years. She remained in Sebastian where she met her now husband Pete. Besides her nursing work, she was a leading Mary Kay sales representative, and spoke as a motivational speaker at their national convention. Her last job was as Admissions Director at Grace Rehabilitation in Vero Beach.
Kathy described herself as a lioness for her cubs (her boys), but it was through great self-sacrifice to meet their needs, never through any unpleasantness. She often said, “God first, family second, career third,” which she lived daily. She had strong trust in God who came through for her in many unexpected ways throughout her life. She never wavered in her Catholic faith or practice of faith, and she passed that devotion on to her children. Long after they were in bed, she would practice her daily prayers and devotions. She taught religious education at Saint Sebastian Church, and was later a member of St John of the Cross in Vero Beach. Her favorite Bible passage was Romans 12:9-21 on mutual love, which she truly lived.
She loved to be with her family and friends in recreation and laughter, especially with her daughter-in-law Kelly and granddaughter Eleanor. She was quick to smile and laugh at the smallest opportunity, and what a beautiful smile she had. We will miss her joyful spirit and smile. She showed us how to be happy and persevere to the end. Even when suffering from serious illness, she rarely complained and then only briefly.
Thank you Kathy for being a part of our lives and showing us how to live the abundant life promised by Christ. We hope to be with you again in eternal life in accordance with His promises.
Visitation will be held 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Strunk Funeral Home Chapel, 1623 North Central Avenue, Sebastian, FL 32958 with a Prayer Service beginning at 5:30 PM with Deacon Steve Guess, celebrant.
FOR THOSE NOT ABLE TO ATTEND, THE SERVICES FOR FRIDAY WILL BE STREAMED LIVE, CONTACT FAMILY MEMBER FOR THE LINK.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 2:00 PM on Friday, April 23, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church Cemetery, 1422 Miller Street NE, Palm Bay, Florida 32905 with Father Marcos Zamora, celebrant. Interment will immediately follow the service at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery, Palm Bay, Florida. (Please be aware of the address location for the services.)
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June Arnold, 94, Barefoot Bay
July 07, 1926 – April 18, 2021
Mrs. June Arnold, 94, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2021 in Barefoot Bay, Florida.
She was born in Rochester, New York and upon retirement moved to Barefoot Bay, Florida.
June worked as a Machine and Packing Operator for Chili Plastic.
She was a graduate of Charlotte High School in Rochester, New York.
Survivors include husband of 73 years, Richard G. Arnold of Barefoot Bay, FL; sons, Richard Arnold (Jannyce) of Malabar, FL, Randy Arnold (Wendy) of Labelle, FL and Thomas Arnold (Rebecca) of Black Mountain, NC; Niece, Heidi Minier; Nephew, John Minier; Grandchildren, Michelle, Ricky, Erik, Karrie and 11 Great Grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Elsie Meyer; sister Marilyn Minier; and nephew, William Mark Minier.
A visitation will be held on Saturday April, 24th 2021 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm.
Arrangements are by Strunk Funeral Home and Crematory, Sebastian, Florida.
A guest book is available at www.strunkfuneralhome.com.