Kathy's Obituary

Kathy Raynor, 60, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2013 at the Levine & Dickson Hospice House at Southminster, after a courageous and inspirational battle with cancer. Kathy was born in Troy, NY, the oldest daughter of John Francis Kane and Harriett S. Kane, both preceding her in death. Kathy received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Russell Sage College in Troy, NY. She enjoyed working for 20 years in pediatric nursing, most especially in her role as a nurse practitioner. She then moved into a fulfilling career in hospital administration with Carolinas Healthcare System and Novant Health for more than 15 years. Her experience in nursing enabled her to bring unique perspective and incredible compassion to her patients in international health, patient and family support, premier health services, and finally as a transformation coach at Novant. Kathy was a tireless champion of healthcare excellence delivered through authentic and engaging interactions. She relentlessly pushed above and beyond to ensure those around her were providing and receiving the best possible, patient-centered care. Kathy was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother - giving to her family with the same passion she brought to her career. She enjoyed participating in the "9-holers" golf group, cooking, sewing and needlepoint, and spending time in Hilton Head with family and friends. Kathy is survived by her husband of 37 years, Jeff Raynor, of Charlotte and their children, Cori Haden of Ashburn, VA and husband Jason and Chris Raynor of Charlotte and fiancé Jessica LeClaire; her grandchildren, Hayley Haden and Henry Haden; her sister, Karen Flynn of Scotia, NY and husband Jim; and her brothers, John Kane of Milton Mills, NH and wife Linda and Pat Kane of Cropseyville, NY and wife Jan.

A memorial service to celebrate Kathy's life will be held at St. Gabriel Catholic Church in Charlotte on Friday, October 25th at 3:30 pm. The family will receive friends in the Church Parish Hall afterwards. Interment will be private.

The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to all her caregivers over the past year for their excellent and authentic care, support, and friendship, especially Dr. Ashley Sumrall; Dr. Stuart Burri; Dr. Vishwa Raj and the caregivers at Carolinas Rehabilitation, especially Joanna Edeker, Jessica Vavoulis, Chris Brown, Brittany Lorden and Lindsey Beardsley; as well as Karen Flynn, Ruth Pierce, Bishop William Curlin, Patricia Beck, Catherine Horgan, Katie Duke, and the Levine & Dickson Hospice House at Southminster staff.

The family wishes to recognize others who embody Kathy’s authentic approach to healthcare, especially at the Levine Cancer Institute, and requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to The Kathy Raynor Fund for Authenticity in Healthcare Excellence, C/O Carolinas HealthCare Foundation, PO Box 32861, Charlotte, North Carolina 28232.

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