Kathleen Burden

Kathleen Burden, a loving mother, devoted nurse, and cherished friend, passed away on December 11, 2024, at the age of 68. Born on January 4,1956, in Cincinnati, OH, Kathleen dedicated her life to the nursing profession, serving compassionately for an impressive 34 years. Her unwavering commitment to caring for others extended beyond her career and into the hearts of her beloved family. She is the daughter of Braxton and Patricia (Boyden) Smith, besides her father, she is also preceded by her husband, Bruce "Wayne" Burden and brother Jeff Smith.

Kathy was a proud mother to three wonderful children: Christopher (Dawn) Woodall of Sardinia, James (Amy) Woodall of Burford and Angela "Angie" (Tim) Hamm of Hillsboro, twelve grandchildren: Derek (Ashley) Woodall, Sarrah (Tyler) Church, Alex (Drea) Woodall, Luke (Kylee) Woodall, Jessica (Preston) Polley, Amber Woodall, Savannah Woodall, Shayla Woodall, Alyssa (Logan) Wagner, Dessiray (Brandon) Anderson, Ashlee Hamm and Olivia Hamm, 23 great grandchildren and brother, Mark (Cindy) Smith, and she relished every moment spent with her grandchildren, showering them with love and wisdom. Kathleen's legacy will continue through her family, who will remember her as a beacon of love and strength.

Kathy's journey was marked by an enduring passion for nurturing others, and her spirit will be celebrated by all who knew her.

Funeral services will be held in her honor at 5:00 PM Monday December 16, 2024 at the Thompson Funeral Home, bringing together family and friends to reflect on the joy she brought into their lives.

Friends may call from 2:00 PM until time of services on Monday at the Thompson Funeral Home.

To sign Kathy's online guest book, please visit www.thompsonfuneralhomes.com., or to leave a like, share or comment, visit the Thompson Funeral Home and Cremation Care Facebook Page.