Kathleen Rose Hoar
Kathleen “Kathy” Rose Hoar (nee Campbell), age 71, passed away with grace and dignity at home on May 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on Nov. 29, 1954, she was the beloved daughter of the late William and Dorothy Campbell and the oldest of four daughters. Kathy shared a lifelong close bond with her sisters and family, filled with cherished memories of vacations, shopping, gardening and time spent together.
Kathy graduated from West Geauga High School in 1973 before earning her nursing degree from Willoughby-Eastlake School of Practicing Nursing College. She devoted 45 years to nursing and caring for others, beginning her career in the emergency room at MetroHealth before working in local nursing homes and doctors’ offices. She finished her career caring for the nuns at Notre Dame Village, a role that brought her great joy. Kathy’s compassion, wisdom and gentle spirit touched countless lives and she remained a source of comfort, guidance and support to everyone around her.
On Feb. 19, 1977, Kathy married the love of her life, Kenneth “Kenny” Hoar, and together they shared 49 years of marriage built on love, faith, family and adventure. She is now reunited with Kenny, who passed away on Feb. 26, 2026. Together they raised four children, Joel (Lindsey) Hoar, Ryan (Samantha) Hoar, Scott (Aimee) Hoar and Erin (Dan) Detwiler.
Kathy was a proud grandmother to Campbell, Jonathan, Alison-Claire, Liam, Ella, Harper, Frankie, Charlie, Morgan and Daniel, all of whom brought her endless joy.
Kathy and Kenny loved traveling, boating, spontaneous weekend adventures and hosting family gatherings at the family farm. Kathy also enjoyed gardening, crafting and creating beauty in everything she touched.
A woman of deep faith, Kathy was devoted to the Catholic Church and committed to helping those in need through charitable work and acts of kindness. She also fulfilled a lifelong dream by becoming a published author of “Mama’s Girls.”
Kathy will be deeply missed by her children; grandchildren; sisters, Laura (Tom) Ross, Pattie (Ray) Loomis and Jane (Bill) Heiden; as well as many nieces, nephews and dear friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Kenny; and daughter-in-law, Mollie Hoar.
A memorial mass for both Kenneth and Kathleen will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 16, 2026, at St. Helen’s Catholic Church, 12060 Kinsman Road, Newbury Township, with Father Jay McPhillips officiating.
Family and friends will be received Saturday morning from 9 a.m. until the time of mass.
Both Kenny and Kathleen’s final resting place will be in Welton Cemetery, Burton, Ohio.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Kathleen’s memory are requested to be made to the ALS Association at https://www.als.org/support/states/ohio; or to Century Village, 14653 E. Park St., Burton, OH 44021.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Best Funeral Home, 15809 Madison Rd., Middlefield, 440-632-0818. Online condolences may be sent at www.bestfunerals.com.
