Kathleen A. ‘Kathy’ Burt,  The Luckiest Girl in the World

CUBA — Kathleen A. “Kathy” Burt, 70, of 24 Stevens Ave., Cuba, passed away at home on Thursday (July 30, 2026), surrounded by family and friends, after a lengthy illness.

Born May 23, 1956, in Rochester, she was a daughter of John “Bud” and Mary “Maude” Snyder Davis. On May 13, 1978, at Our Lady of Angels Church, she married Thomas Burt, who survives.

Kathy was a graduate of Cuba Central School’s Class of 1974, and was proud to have been the class president. She then attended SUNY Geneseo and St. Bonaventure University.

Kathy was a happy employee of the Cuba Market Basket.  She worked in the plant and offices at Cuba Cheese, but then was office manager for Dr. Williard Simons, DDS for 26 years, prior to her retirement.

Kathy was an avid walker who loved greeting neighbors and friends along her daily routes. For over 30 years, she was a dedicated member of her local aerobics group — an experience she always described as “a wonderful social outing with a good workout thrown in.”

Deeply committed to her community, Kathy served on the Cuba Beautification Committee, the CRCS Alumni Association, Cuba Tree Board, and was a proud participant in Wreaths Across America.  She was also a selfless blood donor, generously giving 170 units throughout her lifetime.

A passionate sports and music enthusiast, she was a lifelong fan of Bonaventure Basketball, the Buffalo Bills and the Rolling Stones.

At home, Kathy found joy in her indoor and outdoor gardens. Above all, her favorite place to be was with her family, and she treasured every moment spent with her grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband, Tom; two sons, Ian (Amanda) Burt of Clayton and Adam (Sara) Burt of Black Creek; her beloved grandchildren, Olivia, Owen, and twins Henry and Wells; her siblings, Diane (Steve) Robertson and Bill (Carolyn) Davis, both of Cuba; several nieces and nephews; and a large circle of friends.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a brother, Michael Reitz, who passed away while serving in the Vietnam War; and a niece, Quinn Davis, who passed away in 1997.

Friends and family may gather from 10 a.m. until noon Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026, at the Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home & Memorial Service, Inc., 9 Bull St., Cuba,   at which time a memorial service will begin in the funeral home. Claudia Little will officiate. A Celebration of Life friends and family will be held at the Cuba VFW Post 2721, 5425 Route 305, Cuba, following the service at the funeral home

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Cuba Food Pantry, 17 South St., Cuba, NY 14727; or to the Cuba Beautification Committee, 5 W. Main St., Cuba, NY 14727.