Kathleen Guidotti, 72

Kathleen (Peter) Guidotti, “Kathy”, age 72, passed away on Sunday,
March 15, 2026, with her loving family surrounding her. Kathy was born
on June 24, 1953in Laurium, MI, where she spent most of her younger
years with her parents and siblings. She later moved with her family
to Massachusetts, graduating from Oxford High School in 1971. She
spent the remaining years of her life in the Copper Country.

Kathy was married to Gerald LaJeunesse before meeting her forever
love, Peter Guidotti, whom she married on June, 12, 1981, while
remaining married for 45 years, raising their family in Hancock, MI.

Kathy was a woman known for her kindness, resilience, and deep love
for her family. She had a generous heart and a natural ability to make
people feel welcomed and cared for. Whether through a comforting
conversation, a helping hand, or simply her presence, Kathy touched
the lives of many and will be remembered for the compassion she showed
to everyone she met.

Family meant everything to Kathy. She was a devoted wife, mother,
grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who took great pride in the
people she loved. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her
family, sharing stories, laughter, and the everyday moments that meant
the most. She especially enjoyed supporting her children and
grandchildren in their participation of various athletic and
extracurricular interests.

Kathy is survived by her loving family, including her husband Peter
Guidotti, daughter Amber Guidotti, son Marco (Sarah) Guidotti and her
cherished grandchildren, Giavanna Guidotti (Joseph Watson), Dane and
Kai Guidotti, her sisters Cheryl (Jim) Perna, Debi (Dale) Fasana, Kim
(Sam) Gervais, sister-in-law Toby McDonald and numerous nieces and
nephews.

Preceding her in death were her parents, Lyle and Helen (Niemi)
McDonald, her sister Anita McDonald, and her brother Lyle “Chummy”
McDonald.

Kathy’s life was a testament to love, strength, and the importance of
family. Though she will be deeply missed, the memories she created and
the love she shared will live on in all who knew her.

There will be a private family memorial service at the request of the
deceased. Interment will be held at a future date at Forest Hill
Cemetery with additional details to follow. In lieu of flowers, the
family asks that donations be made to Copper Country Humane Society in
Kathy’s memory.

Kathy will be forever loved, deeply missed, and never forgotten.

Kathy’s family would suggest that memorial donations in her name be
directed to the Copper Country Humane Society.

To view Kathy’s obituary or to send condolences to the family, please
visit www.memorialchapel.net

The Memorial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Service – Hancock Chapel is
assisting the family with the arrangements.