Kathleen Christina Maher Bramhall, longtime resident of Bronxville and member of St Joseph’s Church, and two-time past president of the Tipperary N & B Association of New York, passed away on Monday at her home in South Burlington, Vermont.
She is survived by Geoffrey, her husband of fifty years; her daughters Aileen and Colleen; her granddaughters Frances Michiko, Maeve Quezon and Ophelia Winslow; her sisters Maura Maher and Helen Mangan, sons-in-law Russell Itani and Adam Popkin, as well as numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, members of her extended family and chosen families, especially the Bramhall, Mangan, Itani and Popkin families.
She was predeceased by her parents, Denis and Alice Maher of Co. Tipperary, Ireland, and her brother Philip.
Kathleen emigrated to New York at the age of 18 to live with her aunt’s family, where she thrived and resolved to stay. In 1962, she became a naturalized citizen of the United States, which gave her enormous pride for the rest of her life. She never forgot her roots, however, and remained active all her life in the Irish expatriate community, especially through her involvement in the Tipperary National and Benevolent Association of New York. March 17 was a High Holy Day in Kathleen’s family, when every family member and friend that could be corralled would be marching up Fifth Avenue whatever the weather in the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade and tasting her famously delicious Irish soda bread.
Kathleen and Geoffrey were introduced by a mutual friend and married in 1975, living first in Parkchester, in the Bronx, where both their daughters were born and began school. In 1984, the family moved into a sweet, narrow little house on Parkway Road in Bronxville, where they put down deep roots in a community they loved and nurtured for nearly forty years.
Kathleen had a long and loyal career at Group Health Incorporated, where she was valued and respected for her dedication, compassion and skill. When she at last reluctantly retired after 41 years at the company, she continued to pour energy and enthusiasm into her Irish and church communities, and as always, her family.
Anyone who has spent any time with Kathleen has experienced her warm smile and her ready laughter; has known what it is to be cared for and listened to by her; has been fed and watered and fed again. Hospitality was her superpower: she distributed welcome cheerfully and untiringly. The house was always full of food and laughter, and the beds made up and ready to receive friends new and old, even on short notice.
When they finally did leave this beloved home, it was again to dedicate themselves to family, this time in Vermont, where Colleen has settled with Adam and their girls. This enabled Kathleen to enjoy their company and watch them grow in her final months, which gave her tremendous joy.
Kathleen was singularly faithful and disciplined in prayer, even before retirement allowed her to attend daily Mass and rosary circle on a regular basis. Her scapular and beads were her constant companions, and we are certain that she continues to pray for us, as the warm welcome and tight embrace she always offered others is now offered to her by the hosts of heaven.
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Benita and Grace says
October 8, 2025 at 12:54 pmEternal rest, grant Kathleen Lord Jesus may her soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace amen.
Rest in peace dear friend.
Benita and Grace says
October 8, 2025 at 1:12 pmOur deepest sympathy to Kathleen’s family
She will be missed and remembered in our daily rosaries
Joanne Caplis says
October 9, 2025 at 1:37 pmSincere sympathies to Geoff, Aileen, Colleen, sister’s Maura and Helen on the very sad passing of your beloved Kathleen, and extended family members. The Mangan, Ryan and Maher families. Kathleen’s friends and the Tipperary Association, New York. Kathleen was a lovely, kind, friendly lady, whose company I always enjoyed. I will always remember the day I spent with her in Manhattin, December 2001. Then in 2007 whilst in New York she rang us every morning at the hotel, giving us an update on the weather. I always enjoyed her trips to Ireland. Rest in peace Dear Kathleen and thank you.
Timmy Hammersley says
October 10, 2025 at 2:44 pmDeep sympathies on the death of Kathleen. Her brother Philip was a great friend of mine and we miss him dearly. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Jay & Toni Bramhall says
October 9, 2025 at 5:21 pmKathleen, our sister in life whose love made each of us better. We feel the loss of you, but know you have gone to a well deserved reward. You brightened the lives of everyone you touched.
Timmy Hammersley says
October 10, 2025 at 2:44 pmDeep sympathies on the death of Kathleen. Her brother Philip was a great friend of mine and we miss him dearly. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Maggie Perez says
October 10, 2025 at 11:23 amKathy, your guidance, patience and love was so appreciated. You had a way of making anyone feel welcomed. I will miss your laughter and friendship but most of all I will miss you. Rest in eternal peace. I was honored to have known you.
Norma Gleeson says
October 10, 2025 at 12:44 pmSincere sympathy to both the Barmhall and Maher families on the passing of Kathleen Rip
Gleeson Family Clogher Clonoulty Co Tipp
Robin Friedlander says
October 10, 2025 at 2:15 pmRest in peace dear Kathy. It was a pleasure to work with you at GHI. I will always remember your Irish soda bread that you made for our office parties. My deepest condolences to the family. Your memory will always be a blessing. 💜🌈
DAVID PABON says
October 10, 2025 at 3:23 pmMy deepest condolences to Kathleen family Rest in peace 🙏
jim brady says
October 10, 2025 at 9:25 pmI worked with Kathy for over 20 years at GHI and was always impressed with how upbeat she was every day. During the 2003 blackout when I couldn’t get home she kindly took me in and drove me home the next day.
Rest in Peace !
Brian, Cecilia, and Alex Sy says
October 11, 2025 at 3:43 amCondolences and love from our family to yours… we will keep Kathleen in our prayers.
Jane and Dick Carter says
October 11, 2025 at 7:06 pmThis past week I have been remembering all the fun times we had together with Kathy and the Bramhall family. Starting with the WEDDING 50 years ago! And the birth of Aileen and Colleen. We had such fun times in Morristown, including the infamous Bramhall-Munson baseball game at Lewis Morris Park. Then the weddings of various cousins! There were many family gatherings in Bronxville with Kathy serving up delicious food, hostess extraordinaire! And I have happy memories of the reunions on PEI, as well as more recent ones in Florida. Memories to treasure!
We will miss you, dear Kathy. I’m so grateful you married my brother and became part of the Bramhall family,
Jane and Dick Carter says
October 11, 2025 at 7:08 pmWe will miss you, dear Kathy. I’m so grateful you married my brother and became part of the Bramhall family,
Mary Dwyer says
October 12, 2025 at 9:31 amSincere sympathy to Jeff, Aileen, Colleen and Kathleen’s sister’s Maura and Helen on the sad passing of Kathleen. May she Rest In Peace. Mary Dwyer & family, Clogher.
Co.Tipperary N&B Association of New York says
October 12, 2025 at 10:12 pmOn behalf of the County Tipperary N. & B. Association of New York, we wish to extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Kathleen Bramhall (née Maher), formerly of Clonoulty, Co.Tipperary, Ireland, Bronxville, NY, and more recently South Burlington, VT. Kathleen was a longtime member of the Association and held the officer positions of President, Corresponding Secretary, Delegate, and Recording Secretary for a record 22 years. Additionally, Kathleen was a member of the United Irish Counties Association, Inc. of which she held the position of Director. Kathleen was also on the board of the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind where she volunteered for decades. Kathleen gave of her time in an understated way, and was so loved by all. We will miss Kathleen forever. She was a true lady in every sense of the word. God rest her soul.
AnnMarie Savino says
October 13, 2025 at 12:25 pmMy deepest condolences to all of Kathy ‘s family. I worked with Kathy many years ago and will never forget her smile and kindness. Many a day was made bearable due to Kathy’s positivity and amazing cheerfulness. She is and always will be, one in a million, and my heart goes out to all of you. God Bless and thanks for the memories Kathy, love ya. –
Sau Ling Chiu says
October 13, 2025 at 2:12 pmMy condolences to Kathy’s family. I worked with Kathy for years and she was always a warm and caring person. A specific memory I’ll always cherish is when she made me a rum cake. A few days before one Christmas, she asked if I had tasted the rum cake that she brought in to the office. “Oh no, I missed it again,” I said. The next morning, I found a bag with a box and a delicious rum cake on my desk. Thank you for everything, Kathy.
Rest in Peace!
Liz Moore says
October 14, 2025 at 10:47 amMy deepest sympathy to all who knew and loved Kathy. I had the great pleasure of having her in my yoga class at Quarry Hill. She was a shining light; caring , kind , interested and funny; a joy to be around. She had to take a break from class, fought her way back, and it was with great joy that we welcomed her back to our yoga family. I didn’t know Kathy for very long, but the inspiration I take from her will last forever. She was a fighter and grabbed joy with both hands, and I will strive to live this way. I will miss her. May her memory be a blessing and source of comfort for all.
Rest in Peace and Joy Kathy,
Liz
Lee Carter says
October 14, 2025 at 12:09 pmTo Uncle Jeff, Aileen, and Colleen…to Francis, Maeve, and Ophelia, to Adam & Russ… to the rest of the family who knew, loved, and lived alongside Aunt Kathy…We share in the loss. But we were all rewarded with the light of her life. I am thankful we were able to see her when we came to visit… though it was especially difficult to say goodbye. Colleen’s eulogy gave us a glimpse into how much Aunt Kathy cared for others, was willing to help, and lived her values everyday.
I will miss you Aunt Kathy, but I will love you always.
– Lee & Karen Carter
Peter Moore says
October 15, 2025 at 1:40 pmMy deepest sympathy to the family. Kathy was always a lovely bright light at GHI. The people she worked for, with, and for her always remarked on her positive energy and caring. You couldn’t leave a conversation with her without a big smile on your face. She will surely be missed!
Gary Calabrese says
October 15, 2025 at 5:05 pmMy deepest sympathy to Kathy and her family! I worked with Kathy for over 15 years! She was a shining star and always had kind words to say about everyone she worked with. A truly beautiful person and no doubt in my mind she is resting in peace with our Lord Jesus, probably by Jesus side right now! She was the epitome of goodness and love that she demonstrated daily! God bless Kathy, her husband Geoff, and all of Kathy’s family and friends! Will never for get you Kathy!❤️
Janet Bradshaw says
October 20, 2025 at 11:38 amI worked with Kathy Bramhall, she was my supervisor and a very compassionate person. She will be missed by so many. May she rest in peace.
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