Kathleen Werner Millward
May 14, 1948 - May 12, 2025
Service: Church of the Resurrection, 349 Marris Street, Clymer, PA 15728 on May 24th at 11am.
KATHLEEN WERNER MILLWARD
On May 12, 2025, Kathleen died peacefully at Sherwood Oaks Retirement Village, Cranberry, with her loving, devoted husband Bob at her side.
Born May 14, 1948 in Freedom, PA, and baptized at St. Felix, Kathleen lived a rich life of learning and teaching, writing several award-winning books for Prentice Hall, including ‘Writing Clear Paragraphs” and “Thought Provokers: Teaching History Through the Art of Robert Griffing”.
Married to Robert Millward since 1981, they shared a love of education, history, and family. Making their home at a small farm near Clymer, Indiana County, they played host to countless family gatherings, and kept an open door to friends and neighbors. The nieces, nephews and neighborhood children put on plays in the “theater” barn, played school in the springhouse school, or wandered about the fields, all under the creative and loving guidance of Kathleen.
Professionally, Kath had a deep commitment to education, teaching English and English Writing at both the Community College of Beaver County and IUP at Punxsutawney for decades. She was active in both her church and the greater community, volunteering at the then Catholic Newman Center in Indiana, the Indiana Historical Society and the Historical Society of Beaver County.
Surviving Kathleen is her husband of 43 years, Bob Millward, her brothers Ray Werner (Susan) of Pittsburgh, Bernie Werner (Suzanne) of Moon Township, dozens of nieces and nephews and dozens more great-nieces and nephews – all who knew the overabundant love and generosity of Aunt Kathleen.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles “Chuck” and Pauline Werner, as well as her dear sisters Patricia “Patty” Werner and Rita Kasunic, and her big brother Larry Werner.
Kathleen attended Mount Gallitzan in Baden, PA, graduating in 1966, and Penn State University where she met her future husband. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Church of the Resurrection, 349 Marris Street, Clymer, PA 15728 on May 24th at 11am.
The family wishes to thank the nursing staff at Sherwood Oaks for their tender and loving care of our Kathleen. Expressions of sympathy may be offered to the family at www.devlinfuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the IUP Foundation in care of the Millward Scholarship Fund by tapping the link below and the “Give Now” button on the landing page or by sending a check to Foundation for IUP, 1011 South Drive, 419 Sutton Hall, Indiana, PA 15705. Be sure to include a note indicating that the check is in memory of Kathleen Werner Millward for the Millward Scholarship.
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Dear Bob,
So sad to hear of your beloved Kathleen’s death.
She was so good to us and Sean got on like a house on fire with her. We intended to be at her funeral Mass. But Sean has an audition at WAOB radio in Latrobe for The Christmas Carol and we know Kathleen would insist he be there. 🕊️💟☮️😓💟
Dr. Millward,
We were very sorry to learn of your wife Kathleen’s passing. You have most certainly been in our thoughts. Please accept our most heartfelt condolences.
God bless,
Vince & Bonnie Delconte
Pittsburgh, PA
Bob. As as observer of you and Kathleen’s professional activities for many years, I can simply say you were both blessed. My heart felt sympathy and knowledge you will be strong and emotionally heal with wonderful memories.
I always looked ford to seeing “Aunt” Kathleen. We had dozens of conversations over the years, in which my ideas were always challenged. Despite being humble, kind and demonstrating that she genuinely cared about me, Kathleen always found a way to let me know that I wasn’t as smart as I thought I was. I’m smiling as I write.
May her memory be eternal.
I am so sad to hear of Kathleen’s death. She was a remarkable woman and a true force for underserved students. She and Bob created a magical. welcoming home at their farm and opened their home to so many. Kathleen devoted hours and hours of her time coaching, teaching, editing, and encouraging many of Bob’s mentees as they applied for jobs or graduate programs. A ready hug, time to listen, a heart for others always. She was indeed one of a kind.
My sincerest condolences to the Millward family
I will miss seeing Mrs. Millward at Sherwood Oaks. She and I shared many hugs. She is at peace, happy, young and healthy again. We will see her again!
Frank and I send our heartfelt sympathies to you in the passing of your wife. May the wonderful memories you two shared be a comfort during this sad time. Sending you our prayers.
Ray & Susan and Family, may perpetual light shine upon your dear Kathleen. What an amazing life & legacy. Peace to all of you.
Fiona
My sincere sympathy to the family of Kathy.
She was one of the kindest , most understanding , compassionate women I have known . I took one of her history courses at ccbc and her enthusiasm and ability to make history so interesting was the reason I minored in History in college !
Chatting with her was always a pleasure !
I know she is at peace and with God .
I was privileged to know her……..
I am so sad to read of Kathleen’s passing. She was such a wonderful, kind and brilliant person who edited my CCBC manual , Early Start, on preventing school absenteeism. Just a few years ago she also helped edit my first book snd refused compensation. My deepest sympathy to Bob and all the family members. Rest in the arms of our awesome God, Kathleen❤️
Hi Bob- please accept my deepest sympathy on Kathleen’s passing. You had a special relationship that can never be extinguished. You are both in my prayers and I wish you peace! Your friendship and our shared memories mean a great deal to me.
Sincerely,
David