Dudley – Katherine T. (Marini) Nicoletti, 69, of Sawmill Rd., passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Sept 16th, in UMass Memorial Hospital, Webster Campus.

She leaves her beloved husband of 50 years, Leonard S. Nicoletti; her son, Patrick D. Nicoletti and his wife Kimberly of Wethersfield, CT; her daughter, Maggi M. Nicoletti of Swansea; her brother, Charles Marini of Florida and her two nephews, Greg and Scott Marini.  Katherine was born in Boston the daughter of Viglantino "Frank" and Mary (Drummey) Marini.  She graduated Saint Columbkille High School and went on to become an RN. Her career of saving lives and comforting her patients spanned over five decades. She was an Emergency Room Nurse at both Saint Vincent's and Hubbard Memorial Hospital. She was the first nurse in Central Mass to fly in the Life Flight helicopter with her patient. She ended her incredible career as the Director of Health Services at Nichols College in Dudley. In addition to nursing, She was very active and enjoyed beach trips, wineries, bowling, and playing golf.   Katherine was an active member of the Dudley Woman's Club.  Her family was her true joy. She cherished her many BBQ's, outings, and Summer days by the pool with family and friends. She will be deeply missed and we will treasure all of our memories of her.

Her funeral will be held on Friday, Sept. 23nd, from the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, with a Mass at 11:00am in St. Mary's Church of St. John Paul II Parish, Southbridge.  Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Southbridge. Calling hours in the funeral home will be held on Thursday, Sept. 22st, from 4:00 to 7:00pm.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241.