Kathleen McLaughlin (nee Norton) passed away October 7, 2021. She was born November 29, 1954 in Pittsfield MA and was the daughter of the late Kenneth Sr. and Beatrice Norton. Kathy grew up in Austerlitz, NY and was a graduate of Chatham High School. After high school she waitressed at the Berkshire Truck Stop for 30 years. She was a jack of all trades, Crocheting, cooking for folks in need, baby sitting and more. She was a lover of life. Kathy is survived by her daughters, Sheila Gardieff Kalinowski, Tanya (Phil) Ward, Shauna Clark, 11 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and her significant other. She was predeceased by her brother Kenneth Norton Jr. and her favorite ex husband Ricky Clark. Family will receive friends at the French, Gifford, Preiter & Blasl Funeral Home 25 Railroad Avenue, Chatham, NY on Tuesday, October 12th. from 3 to 5pm. Condolences may be conveyed at frenchblasl.com