Catherine Meredith Coggeshall
October 14, 1974 ~ June 9, 2015
Catherine Meredith Coggeshall, 40, Indianapolis, passed away June 9, 2015. Catherine was born October 14, 1974, in Dearborn, Michigan, to Dennis and Mary Kenealy, who survive in Plymouth.
Catherine graduated from Plymouth Salem High School in 1992 and from Michigan State University in 1996. Most recently, she worked in the E-Learning Department at USA Funds; previously, she was employed for a number of years at Sallie Mae. Catherine was an active member of Roberts Park United Methodist Church, where she also served as host of the Soups On program. She also volunteered at Girls, Inc. An avid reader, Catherine also enjoyed writing and sharing her work through blogging. She was a loyal Detroit Red Wings fan and will also be remembered for her talents she shared through cross stich and crafting. Catherine will be forever remembered by a loving family and many friends.
Survivors include her husband, Wade Coggeshall, to whom she was united in marriage September 29, 2012; parents, Dennis and Mary Kenealy of Plymouth, Michigan; brother, Dave Kenealy of Plymouth, Michigan; parents-in-law, Michael and Kay Coggeshall of Corydon, Indiana; a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A service to celebrate Catherine’s life will begin at 2 p.m., Saturday, June 13, 2015, in Roberts Park United Methodist Church, 401 N. Delaware Street, Indianapolis. Friends are invited to gather after the service at church to share memories with the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Girls, Inc. or to Soups On c/o the church. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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it’s been a year now Catherine. I miss you!
Catherine and I were friends for 10+ years, and although we never actually met I consider her one of my closest friends. We shared a love for the Detroit Red Wings — hockey will never be the same for me… The world lost a beautiful soul, too soon. She was special to so many people, for so many reasons. My heart goes out to Wade and her family. :heart:
Catherine and I worked together for five years at Sallie Mae. Over time we became close friends and did a lot of fun activities outside work. Catherine was always witty and quick with her comments and reflections. She could make people laugh and was great fun to be around. She called herself “sassy” and that she was. Many people were drawn to Catherine and she was a leader. Her passing is such a sad loss. May we remember her spirit is at peace.
I am thinking of you Wade and God Bless you . Your great Aunt Pat Frederick
I met Catherine online about 8 years ago. She was sweet and salty. She made me laugh from my toes. I had the honor of meeting her in person 6 years ago. Her smile, contagious. Her laugh, infectious. Her heart, huge. We shared recipes, ideas, jokes, prayers. There is hole that was filled by the joy of knowing her. My condolences to your family. A bright light has gone from our lives.
Catherine married one of my very good friends a few years ago. She made him happy and embraced us all as her new friends. She had a great smile and the heart of a servant. She was also a fun person – always ready to laugh at or with you. My heart goes out to Wade, my brother from another mother. We are here for you!
Catherine was one of the many people I met trough blogging. I met her in person in 2009 and she was, hands down, one of the loveliest nicest people I ever met. She will be incredibly missed within our community <3
Catherine was one of the funniest, loveliest, most sensitive people I have ever met online (and that is saying a lot since it’s my job to meet people online). I met her through Dana Reimer and she helped beta test a game I worked on, and we got to know each other that way. I won’t forget how she made me laugh, OFTEN, and our joke about Bruce Springsteen that somehow never got old. She will be so, so missed.
Catherine was one of the most dynamic, vibrant and sensitive women I knew. I had the honor of being her friend since 9th grade. I wouldn’t call her just a friend but a sister. She had a passion for life tackled with that wicked sense of humor. She marked this life for 40 years but her impact will live on. My heart goes out to Wade and their family. Cathy you will be missed and forever in my heart.
Catherine (Cathy) and I met in kindergarten. She was an amazing friend. Such a giving and loving person. She had an amazing way with words. Something I never had and we laughed about it many times. I’ve never met anyone else like you. If someone needed something you were there. While it is hard to put it words how I feel, which I’m sure you know, I will never forget you. You are beautiful inside and out. Cathy I will miss you.
I have been trying to find the words to write something meaningful, someway to express what Catherine meant to me. I am not the amazing writer that Catherine was. She has corrected my grammar more times than I can remember. It’s only been a few days and I miss her terribly. She was nightly Facebook confident. We talked about everything and nothing almost every night. I will continue to talk to her and tell her my funny stories and hope that in time I will see her again. My love and prayers go to Wade, Dana, and all her family and friends that loved her so much. She was so much more amazing than she ever gave herself credit for. Sweet Dreams Catherine.
When I remember Catherine the things that flow through my mind are as follows: 1) Who the heck is Harry Chapin? Because of Catherine I now know, in detail, and ALWAYS think of her when I hear a Chapin song. 2) Catherine confirmed my initial belief that Red Wing fans are crazy and insanely dedicated. Although she rooted for the wrong team, it always made hockey season fun and competitive. It was great having someone to join us at Ice games. 3) A questionable state, but she was steadfast and loyal to Michigan (maybe to a fault) and her alma mater. I always enjoyed poking fun – Faygo comes to mind. 4) Holidays. I loved having Catherine and Wade over for Thanksgiving or New Years. It was great to have company and a great person to share a holiday with when our families were far away. We always had great times playing games and sharing stories (usually involving her best friend Dana and the crazy times they shared – Moonshine comes to mind). She had such a fun personality and was easy to be around. 5) Social events, usually Yelp related. As a group with Wade and John or others, or just Catherine and myself (like the day Wade and Johnny went to see Weird Al), we would try out new places in Indy or go to places we loved. Always a great time because of Catherine. She always had something to say, an opinion on something, and was great to have a conversation with. 6) I also think back and am grateful to have played a special part of Catherine and Wade’s secret special day. I always remember how Catherine ordered and wore the Pippa bow in her hair. There are so many things to add to a list like this, but overall she was always a lively and fun person that we wanted to be around. I could always figure to have a great time with her. I’m grateful I was able to know her and be counted amongst one of her many friends. I will certainly never forget her.
Catherine was such a pleasure to work with. One of the best periods of my life was working in USA Funds University, and Catherine was part of an awesome team. She always made us all look good with her great writing and desktop publishing skills. She was valued then as a co-worker, and continued to be valued as a friend. When we all worked together Kochie Richardson-Vaughn and John Pappas started a nickname thing: Kochie Koo, Johnny Poo. Catherine was Katie Cool. How fitting!! Thanks for being such a wonderful person in my life, Catherine!
Catherine, you are such a kind, loving, generous, and beautifully happy soul. I will miss you more than I can say, my friend. You touched my heart with your concern and kindness while I underwent chemo and I will never forget your wonderful and inspiring generosity of spirit. Our loss is surely Heaven’s gain. And you should know, I’ve just gone ahead and made you an honorary Canadian. xoxo Wade and family, my deepest and sincerest condolences. There are no words, really. Dana, much love and strength to you, friend.
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Catherine was a part of our family several years back and even though that didn’t work out, this is very upsetting as I had stayed in contact with her off and on. Me and my husband’s deepest condolences to her husband and family. Hold her in your hearts Jenny and Jeff Brooks
I never knew Catherine in person but we share a common experience. She was always good to post replies on Facebook and had a lovely warmth about her. She will be missed. Prayers for strength and peace to Wade and the rest of the family.
Catherine was our gracious host when we helped at Soup’s On. Such a dear lady. I was so saddened to hear of her passing. Wade, my heart goes out to you at this difficult time – you were always there, too, at her side. Blessings for Peace and the Comfort of Christ for her family and friends. Catherine truly was a servant of the Lord.
I met Catherine through her husband Wade when they were dating, and I instantly knew she and I would be friends. She was such a loving and caring person, always making you laugh. I will miss her.
I met Catherine through blogging years ago and she remained a constant friend long after our last blog posts. I will miss our late night banter about everything, our hockey squabbles and her ability to make me think and question everything we discussed. She made me laugh. She made me smarter. And she made me a better person by opening my mind to things I never would have seen without her inquiry. She will be forever missed.