Kathyrn “Kitt” Altemose, 84 of Palmer Twp., PA died Friday, December 8, 2017 at Moravian Hall Square, Nazareth, PA. Born August 15, 1933 in Plainfield Twp., PA she was a daughter of the late Eva (Haas) and Clayton Engler and a 1950 graduate of Nazareth High School.
She was a member of St. Peter’s UCC, Tatamy where she served on the Women’s Guild and organized and participated in many church activities throughout the years. Kitt was a long-standing, active member of the U.R. W. Club of Palmer Twp. and as an avid reader, belonged to several book clubs. Kitt’s enthusiasm for art was displayed in her many art exhibits throughout the Lehigh Valley. Her grass roots leadership as co-founder and past-president of the now dissolved Creative Arts Society and Friends, helped establish Easton as a cultural arts center by coordinating the first art show at Riverside Park over 20 years ago. As an artist, Kitt’s active membership in the Nazareth Paint Box Art Club as well as the Forks Art Club brought her many hours of joy and creative fellowship.
Kitt enjoyed traveling, especially with her husband Vernon, who she spent many hours zig-zagging up and down the east coast chasing her passion for lighthouses. Another favorite travel spot was Hilton Head, SC where she and her husband enjoyed the beauty of the island, walking the beach, bicycling and fine dining. She was a gentle and devoted wife, mother and grandmother who was very proud of her family.
She is survived by her devoted and beloved husband of 63 years: Vernon Altemose; her four beloved children and spouses: Pam Valcante and husband Gregory of Gainesville, FL, Matthew Altemose and wife Bonnie of Easton, Gregory Altemose and companion Kathy Haines of Troy, MI, David Altemose and wife Rachelle of Palmer Twp.; her 14 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; her sisters: Gladys Day of Bethlehem, Edith Mackes of Nazareth and her brother: Francis Engler of Ackermanville. A sister: Jenny Poloni and brothers: Marlin and Stewart Engler died earlier.
A Memorial Service will be held January 6, 2018 at 11 AM in St. Peter’s UCC, 401 Broad Street, Tatamy with a calling period from 9:30 to 11 AM in the church. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter’s UCC, PO Box 188, Tatamy, PA 18085. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Tricia Vargas & Family
December 9, 2017 at 9:59 am
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Frank poswistilo
December 9, 2017 at 9:49 pm
Sincere condolences from the Poswistilo’s. We will miss Kitt’s joyful presence and pray that you are comforted by the love that flows from the Lord.
Darlene Bergeron Babik
December 10, 2017 at 1:11 am
I was so sorry to hear about you Kitty. I have so many fond memories from when she lived on Swanson Street. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Darlene Bergeron
Donna Bergeron Miller
December 10, 2017 at 8:39 am
Veron, Pam, Greg, Matt, and Dave,
It is with a heavy heart that I send this message of condolence to all of you regarding the passing of Kitt. Having lived across the street from all of you for many many years, I have very fond memories of your wife/mom. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very sad time. May the wonderful memories you shared with her comfort you through this difficult time.
Donna
Esther Schoeneberger
December 10, 2017 at 12:12 pm
Vern and family, my heart aches for your loss! Kitt was so sweet and I enjoyed getting to know her over the past few months. I will miss my “lighthouse buddy!”
Mike and Cindy Noll
December 17, 2017 at 3:16 pm
Vern and family, Im so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. She will be missed by many.
Tom and Amy Baker
September 1, 2018 at 9:57 am
Altemose family, we came across this posting and are so sorry to learn of Kitty’s passing. What a great friend she was to the Baker family! We have many fond memories of our time together in the old neighborhood. We send our love and sympathies.