Catherine V. Kern Almonti

Catherine V. Kern Almonti, 62, of Tamaqua, PA, passed away on February 21, 2026, at St. Luke's Hospital Leighton after a lengthy illness. Born on September 24, 1963, in Mahanoy City, PA, she was the beloved daughter of the late Harold and Patricia Kern. Catherine was a proud graduate of Mahanoy Area, Class of 1981.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Thomas "Tutti" Almonti of Allentown, and her cherished children, Matthew Kern, Christina Yodis, Shauna, Kaylee, and Grace Almonti. She also leaves behind her stepsons, Luke and Carmen Almonti, and her adored grandchildren, Damani, Simon, and Damaris, all of whom she loved dearly.

Catherine is also survived by her siblings, Harold "Chip" Kern, Patricia Holman and her husband Frederick, Daniel Kern and his wife Vanessa, and Colleen Rhoades and her husband James. She will be fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

In accordance with her family's wishes, interment will be private.