Mary Kathleen Cardin

August 14, 1986 - September 08, 2015

Obituary For Mary Kathleen Cardin

Mary Kathleen (Mary Kate) Cardin of Raleigh passed away suddenly on September 8, 2015. She was 29 years old.

Family and friends remember Mary Kate as a unique spirit whose intelligent and eclectic personality complimented her limitless kindness and generosity of heart. She was adored by everyone who knew her and will be missed dearly.

She is survived by her father and stepmother John Cardin and Patricia Godbout Cardin, and her mother and stepfather Maureen Lafferty Smith and Stephen Smith. She is also survived by two brothers, James Cardin (wife Megan) and Jared Cardin (fiancÃ© Kristin Lavelle), as well as two nieces and two nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to any of the following charitable organizations that Mary Kate admired: The Union of Concerned Scientists (http://bit.ly/1OCRZbY), Doctors without Borders (http://bit.ly/1OfwtMr), and the SPCA of Wake County (http://bit.ly/1Q4jewD).

Services

TBD

Cemetery

St. Francis Of Assisi, Columbarium 11401 Leesville Rd Raleigh, NC 27613 Get Directions »

12 Sep

First Visitation

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

St. Francis of Assisi R.C. Church 11401 Leesville Road RALEIGH, NC 27613 Get Directions »

12 Sep

Funeral Service

01:00 PM - 02:00 PM

St. Francis of Assisi R.C. Church 11401 Leesville Road RALEIGH, NC 27613 Get Directions »

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September 01, 2020

eric rappaport

My prayers and condolences on your loss. Eric Rappaport
September 01, 2020

Charlie and Ellen Board

Mary Kate was a sweet presence in our lives and we were so saddened to hear this news. May her family especially, and all those touched by this heartbreaking loss, receive healing and peace. Charlie and Ellen Board
September 01, 2020

Cyndi Robinon

In the 80's on TV there was a show starring 2 girls named Mary Kate and Ashley who shared a role. In the North Farms neighborhood, there were 2 girls also named Mary Kate and Ashley and they were good friends. They played at each others homes, rode bikes, played hopscotch, walked around the neighborhood and had sleep overs, and alternately played with and mercilessly teased the boy who lived in between their homes. This dynamic duo was led by Mary Kate, due to the fact that she was a few months older and had older brothers who helped encourage her spirit of play. Although Mary Kate and Ashley have not seen each other in quite a few years, Ashley still counts her as a friend. Our family extends to you our prayers and thoughts at this sad time. The Robinsons
September 01, 2020

Lou & Gary Kost

It's so hard to grasp the fact that this amazing, sensitive, funny, beautiful person has left this world. We absolutely adored her in our seasons together. Our hearts go out to the family. It's impossible to find words to comfort this loss. Lou and Gary Kost
September 01, 2020

pattie lesueur

I am so sorry for your loss. Mary Kate was a lovely and special person and I know that you are devastated that she is gone. Jon brought her over for dinner frequently and she made such a yummy chocolate tofu pie for Thanksgiving last year. I will light a candle for her at Immaculate Conception Church on Sunday. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Pattie Le Sueur
September 01, 2020

Ben Graur

A hundred plus Chai donated to Father Pops' charity "Dans La Rue" in Montreal in Mary's name. May the family be spared any further sorrow.
September 01, 2020

kayla

Hi my name is Kayla and I am a local bible teacher. I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. There is a very comforting scripture at Isaiah 25:8. It says that soon Jehovah will swallow up death forever and that he will wipe away all of the tears. So we can all look forward to a time when death will be no more. I hope that this scripture can bring some true comfort during these difficult times.