Penfield, NY: December 23, 2019, passed away unexpectedly at age 74. Predeceased by her parents Edward and Marian Bender and her sister Marilyn (Bender) McGarry. Kathleen is survived by her husband of fifty years Thomas Gall; loving mother of Steven Gall and Jennifer (Brian) Genter and dearly loved grandson Dillon; dear sister of E. William (Mary Jo) Bender and John (Becky) Bender; Special niece Annette (Paul) Bruce, many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Kathleen was born in Rochester, NY and was a lifelong resident of the area. She graduated from Our Lady of Mercy School then eventually attended Monroe Community College. In 1977, Kathleen graduated from Isabella Graham Hart School of Practical Nursing and received her license as an LPN with a degree in the Nursing field.
She worked at several retirement nursing home facilities during her career. She retired from the Rochester Friendly Home after providing many years of loving, tender care to so many residents. Kathleen enjoyed traveling, taking trips to destinations with family or with close friends. Great pride was taken in the flower gardens that she created around her home.
Friends are invited to join the family for a Celebration of her Life, Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 10:00 am at the Church of the Assumption in Fairport NY. Interment at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Golisano Children’s Hospital or a favorite charity of your choice.