Kathleen "Katie" H. Shea

February 3, 1935 ~ February 21, 2026

Kathleen H. Shea, 91, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas.

Kathleen “Katie” was born on February 3, 1935, to John Manion and Marie (Murphy) Shea in Wichita, Kansas. Kathleen attended Wichita Public Schools and graduated high school from Mount Caramel Academy. Kathleen attended Wichita State University Business College, completing a B.A. in 1954 and a J.D. from New York University, graduating at the age of 22 in 1957. Kathleen was appointed to the Atomic Energy Commission serving as an attorney in Brussels, Belgium from 1964-1968. In 1972, Kathleen went into private industry and worked at Washington D.C. law firms, retiring from Morgan, Lewis, Bockius LLP. After retirement, Kathleen and her sister, Sheila, reunited in Wichita for their remaining years. Kathleen travelled throughout the world celebrating other peoples and cultures. She was known for her brilliance and quick wit.

Kathleen is survived by cousins and nieces and nephews, notably Gregory Glotzbach who provided care and companionship during her years returning to Wichita.

Rosary will be at 10:30 am, Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 am, Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Holy Savior Catholic Church. The burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Holy Savior Catholic Church and School, 3000 E. 13^th St. N., Wichita, KS 67214.

Services in care of Downing & Lahey East Mortuary.

Services

Rosary: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 10:30 am

Holy Savior Catholic Church
3000 E. 13th St. N.
Wichita, KS 67214

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Funeral Mass: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 11:00 am

Holy Savior Catholic Church
3000 E. 13th St. N.
Wichita, KS 67214

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Judy Hayes says:

February 24, 2026 at 10:59 am

Oh Katie! I am going to miss you! It has always been such a pleasure to know you and have grown to love you so much! You are no doubt bringing such joy to Sheila being there with her now and I am so happy for the both of you to be together again So as you are looking down upon all of us who already miss you dearly please know I look forward to when we meet again in Heaven. Sending much love my dear lady,
a big smile and a hug.

Greg and Joni! I love you both and you are both in my heartfelt prayers and thoughts. Please let me know whatever you need that I can help you with. May God have His arms wrapped around you and His mercy and grace bring you comfort and peace.

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