Catherine "Kathy" Thomas

Mrs. Catherine "Kathy" Paupa Thomas, 56, of Frederick died Sunday, December 20, 2015 at her home with her family by her side. She was the loving wife of Carl C. Thomas, Jr. They were married for 23 years.

Born January 28, 1959 in Frederick, she was the daughter of Ruth and Charles W. "Buddy" Weddle of Yellow Springs.

Kathy was a graduate of TJ High School, Class of 1977. She was a well-known waitress at Watson's Family Restaurant for many years until its closing. Additionally, she worked for over 20 years as an analyst with Westat in Rockville. She was an avid Baltimore Orioles fan, adored Cal Ripken, Jr., loved country music, and a big supporter of youth bowling around the country.

In addition to her husband and parents, she is survived by her daughter, Carly Thomas of Frederick; a sister, Gina Lidie and husband, Tom of Frederick; and many additional family members, including her special cousins, Melanie, Missy, Aaron, Jennifer, Kim, Paul, Jamie, Dwayne and Donna.

Kathy loved her cats and will be missed by Chelsey, Scarlett, Cami, and Cali.

The family will receive friends from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 27, 2015 at Stauffer Funeral Home, 1621 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, where a memorial service will begin at 3:30 p.m.

Interment will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Frederick, and will be at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Frederick County Humane Society at http://www.fchs.org.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.staufferfuneralhome.com.