Obituary of Catherine Ann Smith

Smith, Catherine Ann Born 09/29/1933 in Rochester, New York Friday, and passed away February 12, 2016 at the age of 82. Known as Mom, Gramma, Ann, Kay, Kathy. Predeceased by her husband of 20 years, Kenneth A. Smith; parents, Grace Morton Ostrye & James Paul Kennedy Ostrye; siblings, Richard Ostrye (NY), Helen Goodman (FL), William Ostrye (NY), Sheila Seidewand (PA). She is survived by her two daughters, Charlene (Rick) & Matilda; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Matthew, Kaila, Jene, Teena; great grandchildren, Justice, Abigail, Lilyanna, Leander, Aulbriana & Savaeah; siblings, Mark Ostrye (CA), Judith Ostrye Kooshian (TN), Ralph Ostrye (PA) as well as many friends and relatives. We as her family are truly blessed to have had her in our lives. Catherine graduated from Blessed Sacrament in 1948 & Nazareth Academy High School in 1951. There was an instant connection for anyone who met her and spent time with her. She loved life and people, was devoted to her Catholic faith and family. Catherine faced challenges with courage, patience & positivity. She always looked at situations with a “glass half full” attitude and made the best of life. Ann was a joy to be around. Open minded, caring, loving & humorous. Kay participated in the Bell Choir at St. Ann's, was dedicated to her Wellness through daily activities. She loved to play the piano, listening to Big Band and orchestral music. In her younger years, she was an active part of the Band & Orchestra at Nazareth where she played the Clarinet. Ann also enjoyed physical activities such as swimming, ice skating & exercising. Kay volunteered for Friends In Service Here (FISH) in the 19th Ward during the 1980's. Over the years, our mother was a parishioner at Blessed Sacrament on Monroe Avenue, St. Francis Xavier on Bay Street, St. Augustine's on Chili Avenue, St. Charles Borromeo in Greece & St. Ann's on Portland. Her memorial mass will be held at St. Ann's Home Chapel (1500 Portland Avenue; Rochester New York across from Rochester General Hospital) on Saturday February 20th at 11am. Interment will be held in private at White Haven Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers please donate: Annie's Angel Fund at St. Ann's Community. This fund assists residents with various personal needs that they cannot afford to make on their own. Many thanks to the numerous support staff in the Rochester community and at St. Ann's for their continued assistance with Mom's care both in her home and at St Ann's over the years. The family is very appreciative of your efforts and the time taken with her. God Bless those who deal with the disabled on a daily basis. Our hearts and moral support go out to all of you. High Five!