Kathleen T. (“Kay”) Dwyer of Yonkers, New York, after a courageous battle with cancer, passed away on March 26, 2021, at New York-Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital in Bronxville.
Born on May 17, 1942, in New York City, Kay is the beloved daughter of the late Richard and Margaret (nee Ferraro) Dwyer and beloved sister of the late Arthur Dwyer. She is survived by her nephews Craig Dwyer and Stephen Dwyer, a grand niece and two grand nephews.
Kay worked as a Legal Secretary in the Tax Department at the New York law firm of Dewey Ballantine for 24 years. Previously, she worked for the engineering firm, Kennecott Corporation, and also worked for a New York real estate development firm. Kay attended high school in Peekskill, New York. After completing her college studies as a night student in four years, Kay graduated magna cum laude with a B. S. degree in Business Administration from Manhattan College in 1979 and also held a paralegal certificate from Marymount College.
Kay enjoyed attending lectures at Sarah Lawrence College in Bronxville, the Westchester Italian Cultural Center in Tuckahoe and the Glucksman Ireland House at New York University. Her many interests included geneology, fashion, interior design, travel and reading. In recent years, Kay was a member of the Bronxville Fitness Club. Wherever Kay went, she forged a sense of community and was a loyal friend.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday, April 19, 2021, at 10:45am at St. Joseph’s R.C. Church, 15 Cedar Street, Bronxville, NY 10708. Interment will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Yonkers.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Kay Dwyer’s memory may be made to Manhattan College (connect.manhattan.edu/giving) or to the American Cancer Society (cancer.org).
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Elinor Carlson says
April 12, 2021 at 8:00 pmMy deepest condolence to the family of Kay. I will always remember her bright spirit, loving ways and the many phone calls that always brightened my day. She was a dear friend for many years,
Nancy Lynn says
April 12, 2021 at 9:17 pmSo sorry not to have spoken to you recently you looked terrific in this photo
. I know you’ll be happy in heaven and even happier than you were here and you were very happy here you were terrific bubbly person with many interests and you’ll be a welcome addition
Liz Crimi Olsson says
April 13, 2021 at 8:56 amI am so sorry to hear of Kaye’s passing. We met a few years ago at the Westchester Italian Cultural Center when we discovered we were the same age and went to the same elementary school, PS 71, in Pelham Bay in the Bronx. She was a delight to know. Full of life, very smart and funny. She loved the Italian culture and loved learning. We used to go to the cafe around the corner from WICC after and event and have lively conversatiion. It was a delight to know her. With fond memories, Liz Olsson
Phyllis Egyes says
April 13, 2021 at 4:06 pmHearing the news of Kay’s passing has made me very sad. I remember Kay as an intelligent and vivacious woman, and a good human being. I regret that we didn’t say in touch over the many years since retirement from Dewey Ballantine. Even so, I think that in our hearts we each have valued the relationship we once had. May her soul rest in peace and may her memory serve as a blessing.
Karen Sheer says
April 13, 2021 at 6:36 pmI remember a happy, pretty woman, saying good morning at the Fleetwood train station. A lovely lady, Kay will be missed.
Karen Sheer says
April 13, 2021 at 6:38 pmI remember Kay at the Fleetwood train saying good morning. Very pretty, happy, nice. She will be missed.
Annette Panzella says
April 14, 2021 at 2:51 pmI miss our talks and regret I didn’t speak to you in your last week on this earth. When I called you were already gone. Please accept our sincere condolences to the family. Kathleen, you will be missed. .
Maria Cabrera says
April 16, 2021 at 12:03 pmMy deepest condolences to the family for the loss of a beautiful person. I am with you in thought and wish you comfort and peace. I’ll remember Kay in many positive ways-with a big smile and a great sense of humor. Always greeted me with a Good Morning. We both worked in one point in time for the same boss (Mary Bielaska) different years. Kay, you will be greatly missed.
Anne Stoya says
April 18, 2021 at 5:06 pmMy condolences to all Kay’s family and friends. She blessed us all with her beautiful smile, spontaneous laugh and great stories. She loved to travel and loved a challenge. I looked forward to lunch with her in the Dewey cafeteria. It always promised a good story, a good laugh and Kay’s strong opinion on almost anything. Lucky for me we agreed on almost everything. Kay you will live on in our hearts forever.
Miklos Szabo says
April 19, 2021 at 10:20 amMy deepest condolences to Kay’s family. She was a wonderful neighbor. We would often talk at length about traveling, it was definitely one of her passions.
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