Catherine Blaney Obituary

Catherine (Kate) Ann Blaney, 87, of Hartford, passed away Monday evening, July 14, 2025, at Hospice House in Poland. She was born May 10, 1938 in Sharon, the daughter of Allan and Altha Keir. She was a graduate of Kent State University and taught in the area for several years. She married Lewis George Blaney on August 13, 1960. He preceded her in death on January 25, 2009. She was co-owner of Blaney Lumber and the Sharon Speedway with her husband. Kate was a devoted member of the Hartford Methodist Church, where she played the organ for many years and found joy in participating in the bell choir. For much of her life, weekends were spent at the races, cheering on her husband and sons. She proudly embraced her role as the biggest supporter and never missed a chance to be in their corner. Kate had an energetic spirit and a strong work ethic. She loved staying busy and especially enjoyed selling, furniture being her favorite. No matter where she went, she left a lasting impression. To know her was to love her. Her smile was infectious and her honesty direct. She was equal parts fierce and tender and her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She is survived by two sons, David (Lisa) Blaney of Concord, NC and Dale Blaney of Hartford; five grandchildren, Emma (Cale) Conley, Ryan (Gianna) Blaney, Erin Blaney, Leah (Hayden) Reeves and Ashley Carson; six great-grandchildren, Louie, Bodhi, Louden, Landon, Alayah and Jaeanna, with two more great-grandchildren on the way; and a brother, Tom (Sandy) Keir of Hartford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Ryan Blaney Family Foundation, P.O. Box 1875, Concord, NC 28026 or to the Hartford Methodist Church, P.O. Box 36, Hartford, OH 44424. Friends and relatives are invited to a time of visitation with the family at the Hartford Methodist Church on Saturday, July 19, 2025 from noon to 3 p.m. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Catherine Ann Blaney, please visit our floral store.