Feb 27, 2022

Kathleen Anne “Kathy” Canfield, 75, departed this life Tuesday, February 15, 2022, to be in Jesus’ presence. Kathy succumbed to pneumonia at Atlantic General Hospital, surrounded by family. Born February 20, 1946, in Washington, to Frank and Rose Magnone, she was preceded in death by them in 2015; and by her only sibling, Cindy Magnone Burke, in 1993.

Kathy grew up in Washington, graduating from Trinity High School in 1963.

She married Ronald E. Canfield in 1964, and gave birth to their one and only son, Robert Paul Canfield, in 1966.

After Ronald’s passing in 1969, Kathy went to work for Host International (Marriot) as a bookkeeper–and later a trainer and general manager.

Hospitality was not only her vocation, but her life’s passion. From 1992-1999, Kathy helped take care of (raise) her grandchildren, Joya, Josiah and Amara. And, from 2000-2010 she fostered at-risk children, adopting one of them, Anthony Hall. In the last seven years she so enjoyed being “Nana” to her great-grandson, Hodja.

Kathy was a patriot and history aficionado who spent her time reading, sewing and crocheting, and she enjoyed sharing these hobbies and interests with her loved ones.

Due to a chronic condition, Kathy had been residing at the Berlin Nursing Home since 2017. While there, she became the residents’ representative at board meetings, looking out for their welfare. She’ll be remembered by many for her quick smile, playful and witty sense of humor, and welcoming spirit.