Kathleen Marie Cardinal, 57, of Hampton, MN, died Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at United Hospital.

Kathy was born March 2, 1964 in Rochester, MN to Leo and Marge (Wilson) Connelly. She graduated from Byron High School in 1982, Winona State University in 1986 and received her Masters in Literacy and Learning from Hamline University in 2000. On June 20, 1992, she married Dave W. Cardinal at Church of the Resurrection in Rochester, MN. The couple lived in Hampton, MN. Kathy worked as a first grade teacher for Mendota Elementary and the ISD 197 School District for over 30 years.

Kathy loved the outdoors, camping with her family and friends, hiking forest trails, admiring the moon and stars, and spending time with her family. She was a devoted teacher and a beloved friend to all.

She is survived by her husband, Dave Cardinal of Hampton, MN; daughter, Kayleigh Cardinal of Minneapolis, MN; son, Michael Cardinal of Ely, MN; son, Eric (Brianna) Cardinal of Fairhaven; three sisters, Mary Lynn (Darren) Overton, Karen (Tom) Besch, and Nancy Connelly; four brothers, Steve Connelly, Craig Connelly, Mark (Adina) Connelly, Brian (Diana) Connelly; one brother-in-law and five sisters-in-law; 25 nieces and nephews; and three grandchildren, Isabella, Lilyan, and Evelyn. She is preceded in death by her mother and father.

Per Kathy's request, the funeral service will be by private invite only at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rosemount, MN.