Kathleen Ann “Katie” Rooney, 37, of Folsom, PA and formerly of
Warren, PA died in Colwyn, PA on Tuesday, March 24, 2015 after
a long battle with the disease of addiction. She was born March
26, 1977 in Worcester, MA. Katie was a resident of Folsom, PA.
for the past 15 years and was a 1995 graduate of Warren Area
High School and a 1997 graduate of Wilma Boyd School of
Pittsburgh, PA. She had been employed as a flight attendant with
U.S. Airways. Katie was a former member of St. Joseph R.C.
Church. While in high school she was active in softball,
basketball and loved cheerleading. She enjoyed music, dancing
and fashion. She will be remembered for her spunk, contagious
giggle, huge heart and beautiful blue eyes.
She is survived by her mother, Mary Ann O’Neill Zdarko and her
husband, Dan of Warren, PA., her father, Richard Rooney and his
wife, Patti of Hudson, MA., 1 Sister – Christine Rooney of
Pittsburgh, PA., Half-Brother – Justin Rooney of Auburn, MA.,
Half-Sister – Liz Rooney of Worcester, MA., Step Brothers – Rich
Zdarko of Warren, PA., Tobin Zdarko of Broomfield, CO., several
nieces, nephews, cousin, aunts and uncles.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents –
Howard and Mary Margaret McGraw O’Neill.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304
East Street, Warren, PA., Sunday, March 29, 2015 from 2 to 4 and
6 to 8 P.M. where a vigil service will be conducted at 7:45 PM
A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted Monday, March 30,
2015 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania
Avenue West, Warren, PA., Fr. Richard J. Toohey, Pastor,
officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery. Those
wishing to place memorials may do so through 4th & Forever
Foundation, 2655 Millersport Highway #771, Getzville, NY 14068,
NAMI Pennsylvania, 2149 N. 2nd Street, Harrisburg, PA. 17110-
1005, Warren Unit of the American Cancer Society, 213 W. 3rd
Avenue, Warren, Pa. 16365 or St. Joseph Church Educational
Center Fund, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue West, Warren, PA. 16365.
E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting
So sad to hear of Katie’s passing. I never spent as much time with her as I would have liked, but the time I did spend was always a joy. She was such a fun person to be around and I will miss her. May she rest in peace and her family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
katie I would’ve given anything to see you one last time. I will never forget how much fun we use to have, and I will keep you and your family in my heart and prayers. All your pain I has gone away and I’m sure that heaven will have another angel…
Katie and Christine were two of my little “Y” kids, and neighbors. MaryAnn, I will always look back at those days with fond memories. Katie will be missed. Give my love to Christine, and your family.
so sorry to hear of Katy passing I remember her from the schoolI remember she would always have a smile on her face.may she rest in peace
So sorry to hear of your loss. I’ll always remember Katie’s smile that lit up a room. We were good friends back in high school I will cherish those memories. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this difficult time.
I have so many good memories of the time I was able to spend with Katie that I will cherish forever. Her smile and personality were infectious. My heart goes out to Mary Ann and her family.
Mary Ann I am so sad to hear of the passing of your daughter. As a parent I can only imagine the whole in your heart. Please accept our deepest sympathy and our prayers. May your find some comfort in your many memories. God’s blessings to you and your family.
Mary Ann and Dan I’m so sorry to hear of your daughter’s passing. May your MEMORIES sustain you through this difficult times. Prayers and Hugs
I am so sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers are being sent.
I am so sorry to hear of Katie’s passing. She was my 1 st best friend and I cherish all the memories of our childhood. It is incredible how a swimming pool and swim lessons can establish a bond of friendship between two 3 year old girls that would have such an impact. I miss our competitions to see who could grow their hair out the longest and be the first to have their ears pierced. I will never look at a Coca-Ciola without thinking about our matching Coca-Cola swimsuits for the summer when we were 6. I still laugh about our garage sale when we bought everything back from each other that we wanted to sell.
I will cherish the time I shared with my incredible friend. I pray for God’s peace and a special measure of his grace for you and your family during this time of loss and sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Rooney family.
Mary Ann, Dan and family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you at this devasting time. No words will take away the pain and sorrow of this moment. I can only offer my deepest sympathy and pray that some day you can begin to heal, and the hole in your soul will start filling up with all the fun, silly, happy, exasperating and lovely memories that will comfort you. My nephew posted this comment after my dad passed and I’ll share it with you. It made me smile and gave me solace. “There is a celebration going on Heaven! Katie Rooney has come Home to the One who loves her most.”
Mary Ann and Family, Sending my sincere sympathy in the loss of your daughter. May the love and memories you have, carry you through this difficult time. I will pray for your family as you mourn her loss. God bless you all!
So sad about what happened. You are a special and unique person. I miss you so much already. We had many fun times together. You helped me so much when I needed it. My prayers go out to the Rooney family
Loved Katie. Had been in touch on facebook over the last few years and felt her huge heart and loving spirit!! Sooooo sad. She is at peace and surrounded by her loving family.
So very saddened to hear of Katies passing. She was truly a good person with a heart of gold who fought and struggled with the wretched disease. She was one of a kind and will be missed by anyone who met her. Rest in Peace Katie.
I am so very sorry to hear this. Please accept my deepest sympathy. I always remember Katie smiling…I am truly sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers to your entire Family. God Bless
Mary Ann and Family,
My deepest Sympathy to your Family!! My thoughts and prayers are with you. Soon may all the beautiful memories out weigh the sorrow! My regards.
My deepest sympathies to Katie’s family. My thoughts are with all of you during this time. I hope you’re soon able to find comfort in the embrace of family and friends.
Mary Ann & Family …. my heartfelt sympathies to you & your family…. I remember Katie & Christine from the “Y” & summer swim team …she was a beautiful girl … you are in my thoughts & prayers
I remember Katie always with a beautiful smile and something sweet to say. May she rest in peace and my thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Mary Ann,
I read with deep sadness of Katie’s passing in the Warren newspaper online. I remember Katie and Christine when they were young girls, back when you and I were active in St. Joe’s music ministry. Forever sweet and beautiful, both of them..seeing what a lovely woman she became while reading that she is now gone was just beyond tragic and I cannot comprehend your loss. May the presence of friends and family and thoughts of those who care bring you some comfort during this time. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time and I wish you comfort in your many memories of Katie along with peace in knowing that she is at rest, surrounded by the angels now. My deepest sympathies to you.
MaryAnn and family…so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. A special prayer that will help you through this time is The Serenity Prayer.. Again so sorry to hear this news of your daughter..sister..niece….love Debbie
I just found out. I am so sorry for your loss.I went to school with her she always so sweet. Never said anything bad to anyone. Prayers to you and yout family. .
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Katie was always a sweet girl who was always kind; always smiling. The world needs more people like her…She will be missed…May your soul rest in peace.
Katie was the best..May you be in the arms of the angels! ♡U Girlfriend
I was sorry to read that you lost your beautiful.daughter. She’ll always be with you, in a place in your heart. My thoughts are with your family.
Katie,
I was so shock to find out you have past on. You were so full of life when we meant, and you always brought a smile to my face. May God be pleases with your life. Rest in peace my dear.