- Date Of Death: December 31, 2022
- State: Massachusetts
Kathleen Naomi Walcott passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2022, at the age of 93, at her home in Somerville, MA. Kathleen a native of Cambridge, MA was the youngest of nine children. Daughter of the late James Walcott and Keziah Anne (Cummings) Walcott from Barbados
Kathleen earned her B.S. from Northeastern University. While in school, she worked in the welfare department of Boston, helping children and families. After graduating, she became an English teacher at Cambridge High & Latin which later became Cambridge Rindge & Latin. Kathleen was an advisor to the black student union and a co-founder of the Ethnic Foundation, whose mission is to promote the legacy of Black History: Lost and Found.
Kathleen continued her education earning her M.A. in Education from Suffolk University and a Fellowship at the university of St. Andrew in Scotland. After her graduation she transitioned from a teacher to a guidance counselor, which was one of true passion in life helping people children of all backgrounds to become their best selves. As a guidance counselor she able to be a true advocate especially for the disadvantage guiding these young souls to the true life’s pursuits.
Kathleen, continued to work in many social and community groups initially as a supporter in Black History as a speaker/lecturer and she joined the Cambridge African American Heritage Alliance and partnering with the former Mayor Denise Simmons.
A few years later in 2016, Kathleen later became published co-authoring, “We are the Port – Stories of Place, Perseverance, and Pride in the Port/Area 4”.
Kathleen was a resident of Somerville for the past 59 years. Along with her sister, she formed a women’s investment group in addition to her own boutique apartment building in Cambridge. She loved to travel and learn about the cultures of those areas. She was an enthusiastic person who often asked the question why no me and thus kicked started into action. She often referred to outcomes being dictated by your personal actions and involvement; and every little bit helps along the way of progress.
Kathleen was a life-long member of St.
Kathleen Walcott is survived by nephew, Raymond Lovell (Patrica) of Atlanta, GA and his four children: Mark, Michael, Nick and Brittany of Atlanta, GA. Kathleen is also survived by her grand-nephew William T Bethune (Christina) from Washington, DC and his two children: Kennedy and Ariel. Cousin Elsie Hallett. Kathleen is also survived by her special nieces G’tanya Small and Irma Sullivan who were truly a blessing in aiding Kathleen’s needs and comfort in the past years. Also, a special thanks to Charlene Reese and Rachel (Pedro), and Sam Jordan who helped in her care as well. Kathleen is also survived by host of cousins, extended family, and loving friends.
Kathleen’s legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone she interacted with as well as those she reached but never met because her stories have a life of their own. In the words of her favorite author – “A lot of people resist transition and therefore never allow themselves to enjoy who they are. Embrace the change, no matter what it is; once you do, you can learn about the new world you’re in and take advantage of it!” – Nikki Giovanni
But people are more likely to remember one of Kathleen’s tried-and-true statements, “This too shall pass” -K. Walcott. which one might interpret that time is always going forward and if you are experiencing difficulty at the moment, it won’t last forever and you need to refocus your perspective and engage on your goals in life. Mistakes and setbacks are a fact in life, it is one’s response to these situations that genuinely count.
