Katherine Norden Toce, 66, of East Haven passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 8th, 2020 at Yale-New Haven Hospital with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of 43 years to Mark E. Toce. Kathy was born in New Haven on September 23, 1954 and was the daughter of the late George and Ann McGuire Norden. A 1972 graduate of East Haven High School, Kathy had worked for the former CT Savings Bank, the former Chuck’s Steakhouse on Main Street, East Haven, loved working with children of East Haven Family Resource Center at DC Moore School and later as a Medical Secretary for Digestive Disease. Kathy was very active with her son’s schools, her church community and volunteered preparing food monthly for the Women’s Shelter in New Haven. Mother of Mark and Danny Toce. Sister of George Norden III (Kim), Patricia Carusone (Nick), Daniel Norden and Tim Norden (Lisa). Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, dear and loving friends. One of Kathy’s greatest loves was cooking and hosting for her family and friends on all different occasions.
The visiting hours will be Thursday, Nov. 12th from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. On Friday morning, Nov. 13th, family and friends are invited to go directly to St. Pio of Pietrelcina at St. Vincent de Paul’s Church, 80 Taylor Avenue, East Haven to attend a Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 a.m (no more than 100 people) and are also invited to attend the committal service immediately following in East Lawn Cemetery, East Haven. (Masks and social distancing are always required for all services) In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kathy’s favorite organization, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929.
Rest In Peace Kathy.
Mark ,Danny, and family. We are very sorry for your loss. She was an amazing woman and loved by all. Always treating all friends like family. She will be missed.
So very sorry for your loss
Love Kevin and April
The Norden’s were my neighbors for many years in East Haven. You couldn’t find a nicer family. Kathy was a wonderful, kind, considerate person. She will be missed by many people. My prayers go out to her, Patty, George, Danny and Timmy. God Bless!! Joanne Petrosino
RIP Kathy.
Great memories.Prayers for the family.
What a wonderful person! Rest In Peace Kathy🙏🙏 ❤️ Tony and Grace Romano. Condolences to the family…
My deepest sympathy to Kathy’s family. I enjoyed working with Kathy many years ago in the mortgage department of Connecticut Savings Bank. Kathy was a sweet & friendly person, always with a smile. May she rest in peace.
Prayers to all such a beautiful person she will be missed 💚💚💚💚
To the family, my heart goes out to all the family. Kathy was a beautiful sole. She will be in my prayers and she will not be forgotten. She is now in he heaven’s at peace…she will be miss on the earth….
Restin Peace Kathy MY Deepest Sympathy To Kathy Family w Injoyed working with Kathy many years ago May She Rest in Peace ..love you Pompeo end Domenica Romano .
So saddened by the passing of my dear friend Kathy. Always smiling, no matter what. During
my 17 years working with her, she was always willing to help me and other employees, in any way she could. Mark and her boys were her life. She will be forever in my heart. My deepest condolences to Mark and sons. Rest in peace my friend until we meet again.
So very sorry to hear this! I went to school with Kathy and she was a beautiful person! My condolences to Kathy’s entire family!
To the Toce Family
My prayers and thoughts are with you
A beautiful lady
May she RIP
Mark and family
Saddened to hear of your loss. May the peace of the lord be with you and your family.
RIP Kathy
John & Eileen
Dear Mark and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Kathy passing. I know there are no words that can ease your pain. Know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With my deepest and sincere sympathy. Heaven has gained a new Angel.
Sincerely,
Tony Moscato
Dear Mark and Family , god Bless you all Rest In Peace beautiful , kind , KathY
Much Love to you and yours ❤️🙏 Kathy Perrelli
Rest In Peace my beautiful friend . My the lord watch over Mark and the boys . 🙏❤️😘 You will be missed
Rest in peace dear Cathy. She was a wonderful coworker and a beautiful person. My prayers are with all the family
Dear Mark and family,
Sending thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
George Durso
Mark jr and Family, so sorry to hear about your mom. remember her very well. She was always so hospitable to us boys hanging out at your house. My prayers are with you at this time.