Norfolk City Virginia USGenWeb Archives Obituaries.....Brett, Katherine Barbarisi January 4, 2018
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Virginian-Pilot  January 10, 2018
Katherine Barbarisi Brett, 76, of the 100 block of Cottonwood Lane, died 
peacefully on Thursday, January 4th, 2018 in her home surrounded by her loved 
ones.
"Kathy" was born in Norfolk and was the daughter of the late Amelio A. Barbarisi, 
Sr. and Angelina Minutolo Barbarisi Durr. She is survived by her husband of 55 
years, John R. Brett, Jr., her two daughters, Connie Reutt of Chesapeake and 
Bonnie Brett and Marcie of Bradenton, FL and her granddaughter aka "Pumpkin Pie", 
Katherine Reutt. Her other surviving family members included two brothers Amelio 
A. Barbarisi, Jr. and his wife Sharon of Jacksonville, FL, Charles J. Durr, Jr. of 
Norfolk, one sister Louise B. Rozos and her husband George, her sister-in-law 
Louise Sarah Barbarisi and many nieces, nephews, a great niece, and great nephews. 
She is preceded in death by her brother William "Bill" Barbarisi.
Kathy was born in Norfolk, VA on October 27, 1941. She graduated from Maury High 
School in 1960. She married her high school sweetheart, John Brett, in Norfolk in 
1962 and began a family having two wonderful daughters. Kathy begin working for 
The Virginian Pilot-Ledger Star in 1971 and retired from The Pilot in 2008 after 
37 years of service as the payroll administrator. She continued to work for 
Landmark Communications in various positions until 2016. Kathy was very proud of 
her family. She told everyone she came in contact with how they were doing and 
their successes. In 1995, her namesake, grandchild was born, Katherine Anne, who 
was the sparkle of her eyes. She loved shopping, traveling and being at the beach. 
Kathy spent 40 years of dedicated service to the Joy Fund Charity Bowl serving as 
the assistant director and treasurer. Kathy always said she was fine and never 
complained. She always said it wouldn't do her any good. During her last days on 
this earth, Kathy was surrounded by her many friends and family.
A funeral is scheduled for 12 noon on Thursday, January 11th at H.D. Oliver 
Funeral Apartments, Norfolk Chapel (1501 Colonial Avenue), with a graveside 
ceremony to follow. The family will receive guests at the reception in the 
residence following the funeral. Frank Howlett will officiate the ceremony. All 
are welcome to attend and celebrate Kathy's life. The family would like to thank 
all who supported and contributed to Kathy's care through the past 3 years. Online 
condolences may be sent to the family at hdoliver.com

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