Kathleen M. Burkett, 70, of West Union passed away Monday, December 12, 2016 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota. Kathleen Margaret, the daughter of S.T. “Shorty” and Florence (Mihm) Manderfield, was born November 27, 1946 in West Union, Iowa. She was baptized and confirmed at Holy Name Catholic Church in West Union. She graduated from North High School in 1965 and attended college in Cedar Rapids. Kathleen was united in marriage with Dwane Burkett on July 3, 1986. He preceded her in death on October 27, 2009. She worked as a daycare worker for Linn County for thirty years. She and Dwane moved to West Union after her retirement.
Kathleen loved children and enjoyed her time with them. She was a good seamstress, enjoyed travelling, and loved visiting and spending time with family and friends.
Kathleen is survived by her sister, Joan Manderfield of West Union, Iowa; special friends, Matt and Matt, Jr.; and her extended family.
Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband, Dwane; her parents; and her sister, Diane Manderfield.
Celebration of Life Services will be held at a later date.
Burnham-Wood-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service, West Union, Iowa is assisting the family with the arrangements.