Kathleen Margaret Torning's Obituary
Torning, Kathleen (Kate) Nee McGlade
Passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026
in Houston, Texas at age 90
Previously from Oakdale, Minnesota
(The following written by Kate herself)
Raise A Glass To Kate
"I wasn't as good as I should have been
-but wasn't as bad as I could have been"
Preceded in death by best friend and husband,
Carl in 2003. Also predeceased by "Irish Twin Sister"
Mary Ann Crea in 1980, whom never stopped missing.
Brother, Tom, that left us too soon in 2020.
Survived by my children, the sunshine of my life
Kara (Randall) Bentley and son, C.J. (aka Carl).
Grandsons "The Beasty Boys" Brandon and Mathew
who gave me so much joy. Also, brother Tim (Sher).
Party On!!
What’s your fondest memory of Kathleen?
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Share a story where Kathleen's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Kathleen you’ll never forget.
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