Kathleen Martha (Driscoll) Hathaway, 52, of Franklin died August 12 in South Shore Hospital following a brief illness. She was the wife of Christopher P. Hathaway, Sr. for the past 27 years.
Born in Needham December 30, 1969, the daughter of the late Gerard and Kathleen (Goodwin) Driscoll, Mrs. Hathaway was raised in Needham and had lived in Franklin for the past 27 years.
A graduate of Needham High School Kathleen had been a human resource officer for Roche Bros. Supermarkets for many years.
Kathy enjoyed trips to Walt Disney World, as well as multiple New England locations, especially Pittsburg, New Hampshire. Above all she loved and placed the most importance on raising her beloved son and daughter.
In addition to her husband she is survived by her children, Christopher P. Hathaway Jr. of Franklin and Emily G. Hathaway of Franklin. She is also survived by her siblings Maureen Attardi (John) of Franklin, Dennis Driscoll (Susan) of Sandwich, Joseph Driscoll of South Carolina, Thomas Driscoll (Analyn) of Florida, Michael Driscoll of Wellesley, and James Driscoll of New Hampshire. Kathy also had 35 nieces/nephews as well as 31 great nieces/nephews who she adored greatly.
Her funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday, August 18 in St. Mary’s Church at 10am. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
Calling hours will be on Wednesday, August 17 from 4 - 8 p.m. in the Ginley Funeral Home of Franklin (www.ginleyfuneralhomes.com) 131 Main Street, Franklin.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the American Cancer Society.