This memorial is to honor the life of Kathleen and to provide a place for friends and family to share stories, memories and love.
Instead of sending flowers or gifts, the family requests that donations be made to the Unitarian Church of Spartanburg South Carolina.
Donations will go to preparations for... see moreThis memorial is to honor the life of Kathleen and to provide a place for friends and family to share stories, memories and love.
Instead of sending flowers or gifts, the family requests that donations be made to the Unitarian Church of Spartanburg South Carolina.
Donations will go to preparations for Kathleen’s Celebration of Life and also support of the church itself. The church has been beyond supportive of Kathleen during her life and her final days. These donations may be made through this site.
OBITUARY
Kathleen Marie Wilde passed away early on Monday February 4, 2019 at the age of 74 after a challenging encounter with a brain tumor. The illness was sudden but Kathleen was lovingly cared for right up to a quiet end. Kathleen was born in Shamokin Pennsylvania on August 15th 1944. She graduated from Shamokin High School in 1962 and went on to earn a bachelors in education degree from Bloomsburg State College in 1966. After her marriage... see moreKathleen Marie Wilde passed away early on Monday February 4, 2019 at the age of 74 after a challenging encounter with a brain tumor. The illness was sudden but Kathleen was lovingly cared for right up to a quiet end. Kathleen was born in Shamokin Pennsylvania on August 15th 1944. She graduated from Shamokin High School in 1962 and went on to earn a bachelors in education degree from Bloomsburg State College in 1966. After her marriage to John Korbich, she moved to Hebron Connecticut to a “fixer-upper” to raise a family and start her career. Kathleen became a mother of twin boys, Stephen and John-Scott Korbich, in 1968 during her marriage to John Korbich. For a number of years she was an elementary school teacher and also started taking business courses at Manchester Community College. With twins in tow, she eventually earned her Masters of Business Administration from the University of Connecticut in 1979 Kathleen worked as an accountant in the Banking Industry for the remainder of her career until retirement. Kathleen was married to Jim Wright in 1991, but lost him to cancer in 1997. She married Edwin Wilde in 2004 and moved with him to South Carolina where they shared many adventures, traveling and loving life together. She enjoyed cooking, reading, hiking and traveling. She leaves behind her current husband Edwin Wilde and her son’s Stephen and John-Scott Korbich, five grandchildren, sisters Zita and Margaret, niece Alison, many other relatives and good friends. A Celebration of Life Ceremony is planned for February 23rd at 11:00am at the Unitarian Universalist Church of South Carolina.
Dear Steve Scott and family,
I’m so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.The pictures Alison posted took me back to visiting your grandparents house and your Mom and you both there.Your Mom was always so kind,I remember her smile. May your memories... moreDear Steve Scott and family,
I’m so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.The pictures Alison posted took me back to visiting your grandparents house and your Mom and you both there.Your Mom was always so kind,I remember her smile. May your memories of her give you comfort in the days ahead.
Love, Cindy Stellmach Culp less
I'm so very very sorry for your loss. I know it was a very difficult few months for you. Thankfully, Kathleen was able to leave this world peacefully and I know she was lovingly cared for over the last few... moreSteve, Jen, Scott, Katie, & family -
I'm so very very sorry for your loss. I know it was a very difficult few months for you. Thankfully, Kathleen was able to leave this world peacefully and I know she was lovingly cared for over the last few months.
There are many good childhood memories shared with you guys and Kathleen! I am so glad that I was able to visit Kathleen for a few days in November and reminisce. It was a good visit - makes me smile to think about it.
I found a few pictures I thought you (and other family members) would enjoy seeing.