Cathren Ann Kennedy

Cathren Ann Kennedy, 60, of Abilene, Texas passed away Friday September 17, 2010 in Abilene, Texas. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday September 21, at the Church of the Heavenly Rest, Episcopal with The Reverend Luke Back officiating. After the service all attendees are invited back to the home of Chase and Shanna Gamble for a reception. Burial of Cathren's cremains will be in Fort Sumner, New Mexico on Thursday September 23, 2010. Services are under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road. Cathren was born in Fort Sumner, New Mexico to William and Jacqueline Carr on May 15, 1950. She obtained her bachelor's degree from Lindenwood College in St. Louis, Missouri. She later earned her master's degree from Hardin Simmons University. She was employed as a Licensed Professional Counselor at the time of her death and previously as a social worker for Child Protective Services for over 30 years. Cathren was preceded in death by her parents, brothers and son William Carr Gamble. Cathren is survived by her son Chase Gamble, his wife Shanna, and her three grandchildren Jake, Marley, and Grayson. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New Horizons Child Placing Agency of Abilene at www.newhorizonsinc.com/donations. The family of Cathren would like to extend our sincere thanks to our supportive family and friends. You have all been such a blessing during these tough times.