Kathleen "Kathy" Witherspoon

With saddened hearts, the family of Kathleen “Kathy” Witherspoon, of Plum Borough, Pennsylvania, announces her peaceful passing on December 28, 2025, at the age of 83. Kathy passed away at home, surrounded by the family she adored and held close to her heart, and by the love of Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior. After a courageous battle with cancer, Kathy entered eternal rest with grace, strength, and unwavering faith. Her life reflected the words of Scripture: "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept faith.” — 2 Timothy 4:7 Kathy was truly one of a kind. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose greatest joy in life was time spent with her family. Her warmth, generosity, and steadfast faith left a lasting impression on all who knew her. A lifelong member of Our Lady of Joy Church in Plum Borough, Kathy’s faith guided her life and shaped the way she served others, loved her family, and faced life’s challenges with quiet strength. She is survived by her four beloved children: Kimberly Pastorius, Karen (Larry) Rust, Michael Witherspoon, and Patricia (Mark) Sperber. Her nephew, Michael Pirotta. She also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren: Matthew Pastorius, Hilary Pastorius, Michael (Erika) Pastorius, Lawrence (Hannah) Rust, Jennifer Rust, Nicholas Sperber, and Olivia Sperber. Kathy was a proud great-grandmother to Zachary Barnes, Myiah Pastorius, Eliyah Pastorius, Ayzleigh Sperber and Gwenevere Rust, and great-great-grandmother to Daniel Snow. Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Kathleen M. (Riordan) Beamon; her sister, Arlene (Beamon) Helbling; and her beloved great-grandson, Joshua Pastorius, whom she held forever in her heart. Kathy worked for many years at Service Wire, where she formed lasting friendships and enjoyed the company of her coworkers. In retirement, she continued to serve others by volunteering at the local food bank, giving her time generously to help those in need. In her quiet moments, Kathy loved keeping her mind sharp with Sudoku, crossword puzzles, and jigsaw puzzles. She found joy in cooking and sharing her homemade meals and treats with family and friends. Kathy loved to laugh and wasn’t afraid to tell you like it is, a spirited honesty that brought warmth and joy to everyone around her. Above all, she was a devoted woman who treasured time with her family, creating memories that will live on in stories, laughter, and shared moments for generations. A hardworking and kind soul, Kathy’s love, humor, and dedication will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. Called home by God, Kathy now walks in eternal light, her faith made whole and her heart at peace. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, December 30th, from 6 to 8 pm at the GENE H. CORL FUNERAL CHAPEL INC. AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100). A funeral mass will take place on Wednesday, December 31, at 10:30 am at Our Lady Of Joy Catholic Church, 2000 O’Block Road in Plum. Everyone please meet at church. Interment will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Pittsburgh.