Catherine Mary O'Rourke Obituary

We are sad to announce that on February 19, 2025, at the age of 85, Catherine Mary O'Rourke of Perry, Michigan passed away. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Catherine Mary leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.

She was predeceased by: her parents, William Evans and Mildred Evans (Sawyer); and her sister Joan Frendreis. She is survived by: her husband Danny Martin O'Rourke; her children, Laura Dunbar (Jim) and Scott Brietzke (Jean-Marie); and her stepson Shawn O'Rourke (Dee).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes

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Sun

Feb 23

Visitation

Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes - Perry Chapel
214 S Main St, Perry, MI 48872

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Feb 23

Visitation

Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes - Perry Chapel
214 S Main St, Perry, MI 48872

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Feb 24

Visitation

St. Martha Parish
1100 W Grand River Ave, Okemos, MI 48864

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Feb 24

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Martha Parish
1100 W Grand River Ave, Okemos, MI 48864

Tue

Feb 25

Graveside service

All Saints Catholic Cemetery
700 N River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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