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Catherine A. Tarinelli Sheehan

March 4, 1940 ~ October 3, 2026

Born in: Bridgeport, Connecticut
Resided in: Marietta, Georgia

Catherine A. Tarinelli Sheehan, was born in Bridgeport, CT in 1940, then moved as a young child to Trumbull, attending public schools until high school where she attended Lauralton Hall, Academy of Our Lady of Mercy in Milford, CT. a Catholic high school, She was predeceased by her mother, Josephine, her father John and her brother, John Jr.

Upon her mother’s demise at a very young age, Cathy left her job at Mechanics and Farmers Savings Bank to help raise and care for her three younger brothers, John Jr, Robert and Richard. She then married and had four children, Lauren, John Jr., Kevin and Jennifer, and later became a licensed real estate broker for several years until she became Asst. Relocation Director, Fairfield County, for Dollar Dry Dock Real Estate.

In 2004 she moved to Marietta, GA to be closer to her daughters and in 2005 became employed at St. Joseph Catholic Church as an Administrative Assistant, which she considered a ministry as well as a job. She continued her favorite recreation and long time passion of ballroom dancing, forming many new friendships as well.

Aside from her four children, Cathy leaves behind seven beloved grandchildren, Jack and Carly Sheehan, Noah and Dalton Sheehan and Victoria, Mary Clare and Samuel Demarco.

Services will be at St. Joseph Catholic Churchdate, time etc….ln lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Vincent de Paul or Must Ministries. Thank you.

Services

Funeral Service: Monday, October 12, 2026
10:00 am

Room: 87 Lacy St NW, Marietta, GA 30060

St Joseph Catholic Church
87 Lacy St. NW
Marietta, GA 30060


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Charities

The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Catherine A. Tarinelli Sheehan 's name.

St. Vincent de Paul

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  1. Cousin Cathy, I will always remember your big smile and your heart felt laugh. You are now making my mom and dad laugh in Heaven. May you enjoy your eternal life surrounded with love, joy and happiness with all our loved ones, Cousin Anthony.

  2. My dear friend, Cathy! You were an inspiration to me. You always had a smile and positive attitude even through challenges. You dressed so beautifully, danced so beautifully and were an elegant lady in every way. Vito and I enjoyed our visits with you and taking dance lessons in your ballroom downstairs. You have been so missed in the dance community, and we would all ask about you. You had great love for the Lord, and your Light made you Sparkle! My love and prayers go with you and your family. You will all be united again someday as part of God’s Plan of Happiness. May we also see each other again in the Eternities , Dear, Sweet Cathy. Love you ❤️❤️

  3. Cathy, I will always miss your laughter and all the fun times we had together, especially shopping at our favorite consignment stores, but I know you’re looking down on us and you are in a very wonderful place
    Love you
    Darlene

  4. Debra Lynn Tarinelli says:

    Beautiful lady inside and out will miss you immensely ♥️🙏

  5. Kathy and Lee Christianson says:

    I am so glad Cathy and I’s paths crossed when we were on staff together at St. Joseph’s. It gave me the great opportunity to get to know a very special lady! Lee and I send love and prayers to the family.


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