When I hear the phrase she is as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside I think of Kathy. Don’t think Kathy knew how many peoples lifes she she touched. She was one classy lady.
Kathleen H. "Kathy" Torborg
July 29, 1941 – May 1, 2013
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Kathleen H. “Kathy” Torborg, age 71, of St. Cloud who passed away at her home with family by her side on May 1, 2013. Reverend Thomas Knoblach will officiate. Private burial will take place at a later date.
Family and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday (TODAY) at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud and after 9:30 a.m. on Saturday at the church. Parish prayers will be held at 5:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Kathy was born to Ted and Kate (Kalthoff) Nett in St Martin, Minnesota. She attended Albany High School and St Mary’s School of Practical Nursing in Rochester, Minnesota.
She married Urban Torborg August 8, 1964, at St Martin Catholic Church, St Martin.
Kathy worked as a nurse in Rochester, Austin, Litchfield, and St Cloud, retiring in 2004. After retirement, she was a tireless volunteer and was active with Foster Grandparents, Catholic Charities and was a Nurse Ambassador.
Kathy was an extremely loving and caring person. She went out of her way to provide comfort and warmth to patients, friends and family throughout her life. Kathy was passionate about the relationships in her life and took every opportunity to spend time with her grandchildren. She will be missed by her family who loved her dearly. We are forever grateful for the impact she had on our lives and will hold her in our hearts always.
She is survived by her husband of 48 years; children, Susan (Thomas) Belda of Rochester, Scott (Michelle Merck) Torborg of Chanhassen, Michael Torborg of St Cloud; grandchildren, Connor, Molly and Nic, Aaron, David, Elise and Rachel; sisters, Ruth Stang, Rita (Martin) Rothstein, Joan (Arnie) Rothstein; brother, John (Kathy Heinen) Nett; sister-in-law, Beverly Nett; and many nieces and nephews.
Kathy is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Edwin; sister, Mary; and brother-in-law, Clarence Stang.
Guestbook
So sorry for the loss of your dear wife. I remember my parents mentioning her from her work at the hospital in austin. You have my condolences. Melissa
Jim Parlin just shared the news. We are so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful woman. Our prayers are with you all, Urb, Susie, Scott, and Michael. Our prayers and blessings are with you during this time. George and Linda
Our sympathies for you loss.
Dear Urban and family: So sad to hear that God has taken Kathy to Heaven..but Happy that she is with HIM and out of pain. She was a beautiful person and will be missed a lot. Marv and Elaine
Our thoughts and prayers to you Urb, Susie, Scott, and Michael. Kathy was a wonderful lady. We had many fun times with her. Love Jim and Pat.
Our friendship started as nursing students at St Marys Rochester. Your kindness,smile and sense of humor will always be remembered.You and your Family are in my thoughts and prayers.Until we meet again Yvonne
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Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Kathleen H. “Kathy” Torborg, age 71, of St. Cloud who passed away at her home with family by her side on May 1, 2013. Reverend Thomas Knoblach will officiate. Private burial will take place at a later date.
Family and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday (TODAY) at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud and after 9:30 a.m. on Saturday at the church. Parish prayers will be held at 5:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.