SLATER CATHERINE A. SLATER (nee Bartholomew) 54, died May 20, 2016, with her family by her side. Beloved wife of Kenneth; loving daughter of Janet and James Bartholomew; devoted sister of Lynne Spear (George); beloved sister-in-law of Juliana Slater, Krina Walsh and Maryann Slater; dearest aunt of Jessica, Hannah, George, Ryan, Kayla, Darlene, Debbie and Michele. Cathy attended Corpus Christi then Nazareth Academy before furthering her education at Ohio State University with a degree in Medical Microbiology. Her family and friends were a focal point in her life. Friends may call at VODRAZKA FUNERAL HOME OF INDEPENDENCE, 6505 BRECKSVILLE RD. (RT. 21, SO. OF ROCKSIDE) MONDAY 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. Prayer services at the funeral home Tuesday, May 24 at 9:15 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at the Church of the Assumption B.V.M., 9183 Broadview Rd., Broadview Hts., Oh 44147 at 10 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Hospice Services of Southwest General, 18659 Drake Rd., Strongsville, OH 44136. www.cleveland.com/obits