Catherine “Cathi” Mohr
May 20, 2009
Mohr, Catherine “Cathi”, 60, Southwestern College, Wichita Campus, advisor, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2009. Memorial service 2:00 P.M., Friday, May 29, Downing Lahey Mortuary East. Preceded in death by father, Wilbur Mohr. Survivors: daughters, Cammie Goen (Erin) of Wichita and Robyne Lloyd Davies (Michael) of Colorado Springs, CO; mother, Marvel Mohr of Wichita; sister, Heidi Palmes (Rod) of Wichita; grandchildren, Daniel, Quinn, Gwenyth, Angela and Alecia. In lieu of flowers, memorials to: Catherine C. Mohr Scholarship Fund, c/o Southwestern College-Office of the President, 100 College St., Winfield, KS, 67156 and Chisholm Trail Animal Hospital, 1726 E. 61st. N., Park City, KS, 67219.
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I had the privilege of knowing Cathi when she was president of the Non-Traditional Student Association at Wichita State University. Cathi always spoke up for what she believed in, and she used that courage to support returning adult students at WSU. Her smile and laugh will always be remembered as well as her spirit.
To Cathi’s family, I’ve been president of Southwestern College for eleven years and I’ve seen a lot of changes at the college. By far the most significant change has been the dramatic growth of our program for adult learners, which we call the Professional Studies (PS)program. The PS program has extended the reach and influence of the college and has allowed us to change the lives of thousands of adults who needed a degree, a certificate, or a specialized credential in order to advance in their careers. Serving these adult learners is a privilege, but it’s also a huge challenge, because adult learners have to balance competing pressures from work, family, and studies. It takes an exceptional person, one who has a real commitment to helping other people, to be an advisor in our PS program. Our PS advisors pride themselves on being advocates for our adult learners and providing first-rate service and support to them. Cathi really exemplified that level of commitment and it is a real blow for us to lose her. I value and respect her devotion to our learners. I’m sure many of these learners have been, or will be, in touch with you to express their appreciation for Cathi’s important work in helping them achieve their educational goals. It’s a great legacy and one you can feel very proud about. I truly appreciate all Cathi did for Southwestern and she will be long remembered at the college. I’m glad to hear that you are inviting gifts to the college in Cathi’s memory. I made a gift to her memorial fund yesterday. When things have calmed down a bit for you, I would be happy to talk with you about how we can work together to create a scholarship fund in Cathi’s name that will provide support for our PS learners. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. Dick Merriman President Southwestern College
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Cathi’s passing. I never met her personally, and we only communicated through e-mail correspondence; but she is the only person that I have ever known in my entire life who expressed such genuine concern for me during a time when I was experiencing personal hardship and having problems completing the two courses in which I was enrolled last year. Cathi really helped and encouraged me, and her counsel lifted my spirits. I remember telling my family about this wonderful person whose kindness reverberated throughout her written words. Perhaps she was too good for this world so God called her home. I wish to extend my deepest condolences to Ms. Mohr’s family.
I am a part time instructor at Southwestern. I didn’t interact with Cathi much, but do remember her always being very pleasant and helpful. My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Marvel and Heidi: I was saddened to see Cathi’s obituary in the paper this morning. I saw her at the grocery store a year or so ago and we talked briefly about Terry’s death. And we talked about high school reunions which I have never attended. She told me I should because they weren’t just the snobs like I thought it would be and kind of fun. I remember playing with her when we were little and she was staying with your mom & dad (Catherine and Clarence) who lived next door. I remember my mom and Catherine were such good friends. I remember our birthdays were just two days apart. I also remember Cathi’s long, long hair and hiding from Terry if he was visiting, too. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry. May God comfort you and help you through these difficult times.