Kathleen Cole

Kathleen Ann Cole (Kaczor), born December 24, 1959, passed away peacefully on Christmas Day December 25, 2025, after a courageous nine-month battle with cancer.

She is survived by her beloved daughter, Melody Kaczor (Szopinski); her brothers, Jacob (Tory) Kaczor and Robert (Kathy) Kaczor; her cherished grandchildren, Kyleigh Kaczor (Brad), Nathan Kaczor (Kaylee), and Christian Hatfield; and her precious great-grandson, Greyson Owens. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Kathleen was preceded in death by her mother, Julia Maslach; her father, Jacob Kaczor; and her brothers, Stanley & Richard Kaczor.

Kathleen loved nothing more than being with her family. She could often be found at the beach hunting for sea glass with her grandchildren or sitting on her porch with her chihuahuas—Gizmo, Honey, and Squirrely—by her side. A proud Steelers fan, she lived for life’s simple moments. Granny will be deeply missed and forever loved.

There will be no services at this time. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by the R. Mackowiak Funeral Home, Inc.; 56 East Doughty Street, Dunkirk, NY.