Kathleen M. Brydon
August 17, 1930 ~ December 4, 2012
SOUTH PORTLAND - Kathleen M. Brydon, 81, of Nutter Road, passed away peacefully Wednesday, January 4, 2012 with family by her side, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House. Born in Liverpool, England, on August 17, 1930, daughter of Charles and Mary (Duffy) Keegan, Kathleen was educated in England and witnessed many of the hardships of life in England during World War II. She and her infant son, Malcolm immigrated to the United States in 1956, arriving aboard the HMS Scythia and settled in Maryland where she worked as a private nurse and caregiver. Kathleen then moved to South Portland where she met and married Richard H. Brydon on February 16, 1957. Over the years Kathleen had worked at Mercy Hospital, the Census Bureau and whatever jobs necessary to provide for her family. Being Wife, Mother, Nana, Friend and Caregiver to so many was her lifelong priority. During the 1970's Kathleen was very active in the Democratic City Committee, always fighting for a cause. Kathleen is best known for her selflessness, always putting others needs ahead of her own. She enjoyed PG Tips English Tea, cooking, tennis, soccer, and all things British. Kathleen loved life, and enjoyed cuddling with her two cats, Emma LuLu. She was an avid bingo player and fan of the Red Sox, Celtics, and the Patriots. She was also well versed in computers and connected with friends and family all across the globe on Facebook. Kathleen is predeceased by her husband, Richard, and two sisters: Pat Lunn and Jean Paul. She is survived by three daughters: Liz Wood of Cape Elizabeth, Patty Donahue and her husband Matt of South Portland, and Mary Sawyer and her husband Chris of Gray; two sons, Butch (Malcolm) Brydon and his wife Cindy of Hancock and Bob Brydon and his wife Su of South Portland; a sister, Mary Louder of Croydon, England; 17 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held at 1:00 pm Sunday, at Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland followed by a 2:00 pm memorial service at the chapel. A reception will follow at 22 Nutter Road, South Portland. Kathleen's remains will be returned to her beloved England. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Southern Maine, 180 US Route 1, #1, Scarborough, ME 04074.Online condolences may be expressed below.
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
So very sorry to hear of your loss, I did not know your Mom very well but she was such a funny, warm lady. She surely enjoyed her life. Treasure the memories and remember how much she loved. One day at a time guys
– Aunt Bev
Thank you very much for your kind words.
I know mere words cannot possibly help heal the pain of your loss, but please know you are in my thoughts. Kathleen was a very classy woman, with an enormous heart and a wonderful sense of humor. Her love for her family was very evident and heart-warming. She will be greatly missed by many forever.
– Mrs. Aimme Seeber
Hi Aimme, I am sorry if nobody acknowledged your very kind words, but I just saw your post and I really appreciate you taking the time to express your feelings. Ma always thought you were a lot like her and I agree. Yes, she is missed every day and someday we will be together again.
I’m so lucky that Patty let me be a part of her family and to let Kathy be a surrogate mom. I’ve also known Kathy since I was 11 years old. She was always so welcoming with a big smile on her face and ready to talk. Kathy endowed alot of herself in her daughters and sons, intellegence, skills and a great sense of adventure. I could tell on Christmas Eve, the last time I saw her, how happy she was and how loved she must have felt being surrounded by her loving family, being the center of it all, with a pretty Christmas bow in her hair. For a small lady she had a huge presense. I’ll miss her alot.
– Deborah Sweeney
Thank you Debbie for your very kind words and stories. We miss her terribly every day.
Dear Matt and Pat, I’m so sorry I can’t be there for you in person. Please know that I have been praying for you often these last few days. I’m saddened by your loss. I will remember Nana with much joy and smiles. love you both Jackie
– Jackie St. Cyr
There is much to remember and much to be thankful for as we remember my sister Kathleen and the way she shared her life with those around her. Rest in peace and know that we will never forget you. Love, always – Mary
– Mary Louder
The world has lost a very loving and compassionate woman. Her love for life has been well documented. I met Kathy when I was just 11 years old when we lived in the same apartment building on Coyle Streeet in Portland. Many many fond memories through the years. Her love for my mother and the entire family is greatly appreciated. Kathy I hope the Red Sox has a banner year in your memory. To the family I share your loss, you will never forget the loss; you just learn how to deal with it easier each and every day. Love always. Ken
– Ken Emerson, Front Royal, VA
Nana, I will always love you, and I miss you very much, even a year after your passing… <3 Sophie
- Sophie