Obituaries

Katharine Whyte Watt, 64, of Allentown, PA died Monday, March 24, 2014 at home.

Born: October 13, 1949 in Easton, PA she was a daughter of the late Dr. William and Sidney (McGiffert) Watt.

Personal: She was the Coordinator of Religious Education at Sacred Heart Parish in Allentown and a long-time contributor to service organizations, such as the Food Bank of Lehigh Valley and Hope House in Bethlehem. Educated at the University of Pennsylvania, The University of the Arts in Philadelphia and Temple University, she received a National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship to take a writing internship at the Ravinia Music Festival in Chicago, followed by a second, during which she wrote articles for the Chicago Tribune. Her writing talent led to other assignments at the Easton Express-Times and the Philadelphia Bulletin. Ms. Watt’s religious vocation resulted in positions as Director of Religious Education at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, as well as her present job working with young people of Hispanic origin. Among her other interests, Katharine pursued vocal music and guitar, often combining her musical gifts with her commitment to education and spirituality. For these and other contributions to students, family and friends, she will be sorely missed.

Survivors: Two sisters: Barbara Watt Friend of Northampton, MA; Eloise W. Watt of Scotland and New York; and a brother: Robert M. Watt of Bethlehem, PA.

Services: A service and reception in celebration of Katharine’s life will be held at Noon, May 10, 2014 in Sacred Heart Church,  336 North 4th St., Allentown, PA.  All are welcome to come and share their memories. 

Memorial Contributions: May be made to the Sacred Heart Parish, 336 N 4th St, Allentown, PA 18102. 

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