Kathleen Ruth Easter

Kathleen Ruth Easter, 78, of Greensboro, passed away peacefully at her home on August 22, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 26, 1948, in Baltimore, Maryland, Kathleen was the beloved daughter of the late James Scannell and Ruth Murphy Scannell. She was a proud member of the Catonsville High School Class of 1966 and later attended the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), where she nurtured her lifelong appreciation for creativity and the arts. Kathleen and her family lived in Connecticut and Ohio before eventually returning to Maryland, where she created a home filled with love, music, and cherished family memories. It was after returning to Maryland that she met Jim, and the two were married on July 11, 2003. Kathleen devoted much of her life to serving others. She was a talented organist for two churches and proudly served as a Girl Scout leader, helping to guide and inspire young people. Throughout the years, she held several jobs, including working for Kelly Girl and waitressing at Anglers Restaurant. She retired from the QA County Board of Education in 2013, where she worked as a graphic artist. She found joy in gardening, crocheting, and sharing her musical talents by teaching piano lessons and decades of canning home-grown vegetables. Kathleen's greatest pride was her family. She lovingly raised 4 children, treasured watching her granddaughter compete in horse shows, and had a special place in her heart for her beloved dogs. In addition to her parents, Kathleen was preceded in death by her sister, Lillian Kallas. She is lovingly remembered by her devoted husband, James Easter; her children, Michelle Sebly, Fred Sebly, Cindy Tribbett and spouse Corey, and Danny Sebly; her daughter-in-law, Laura Sebly; her grandchildren, Lance Harvey and spouse Laura, Skylar Harrison and spouse George, Courtney Eagle, Joshua McClyment, Elijah Sebly, and Alex Smith; and her four cherished great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind many extended family members and friends who will forever treasure her memory. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Fleegle and Helfenbein Funeral Home, 106 W. Sunset Ave. Greensboro MD 21639, with a time of sharing beginning at 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made to the Caroline County Humane Society in Kathleen's honor. Kathleen's kindness, generosity, love of music, and unwavering devotion to her family will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

Kathleen Ruth Easter

February 26, 1948 - August 22, 2026