Ilion- Rocky Hill, CT Cathryn Propheter, 65, of 1032 New Briton Ave. Rock Hill ,CT 06067 passed away Wednesday March 24, 2010 at Gaylord Rehabilitation, Wallingford, CT. with her family by her side after a long illness. Cathy was born March 19, 1945 in Louisville, KY. the daughter of Thomas and Gladys Anderson Pratt. Cathy was a graduate of Ilion High School and Potsdam Teachers College. She taught fifth grade for most of her career in Cromwell, CT. retiring five years ago. Cathy was a member of the Rocky Hill United Methodist Church where she served as organist and was also involved with the choir. She was the recipient of the "Teacher of Excellence Award " for the State of Connecticut. Cathy also enjoyed traveling. Cathy is survived by her husband Charles, two daughters Amy of Saco, ME. and Susan of W. Hartford, CT., her mother Gladys Pratt of Herkimer, a step son Chuck Propheter of Glastenbury, CT, a sister and brother in law Lorraine and Thomas Stubley of Cedar Lake, two nephews Ben and his wife Mary of Cedar Lake, Ted of Great Bend, N.Y. also a special great niece and nephew Morgan and Tommy Stubley. Cathy was predeceased by her father Thomas, and a brother Thomas. Funeral services will be Monday, March 29, 2010 at 10:00 AM from the Rose Hill Funeral Home, 580 Elm St., Rocky Hill, CT. The family will receive friends from 9:00 am until the time of the service. Interment will be in Armory Hill Cemetery, Ilion, at a time to be announced. Memorials may be made to one's favorite charity. Arrangements are with the Whiter-Hendrix Funeral Home, Inc. Online condolences may be left at whiter-hendrix.com