Kay Lord, 70

GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. —  Kay Ellen Lord, 70, passed away peacefully on Oct. 2, 2020, at home. 

Born Dec. 27, 1949, daughter of the late Edward J and Irene Seward-Lord. Kay Ellen was raised in Housatonic and later the family moved to Great Barrington. 

Kay graduated from Searles High School in 1967, then went on to earn her nursing degree from Saint Luke's School of Nursing in Pittsfield in 1970. Kay was an emergency room nurse at Fairview Hospital for over 30 years.  After Fairview, she worked part-time at East Mountain Medical. 

Kay Ellen was known by many. She was always able to make a connection with whomever she came in contact with. Her patients, her peers, her friends and family were all so fond of her. Her humor and wit will be sorely missed by all who knew her.  

Kay Ellen is survived by her son Todd DiMario, her brother Edward Jr and his wife Barbara Lord, beloved nieces Julie Lord, Kristie Havens and husband Jared Havens. She also leaves behind her great-nieces Kaelin & Isabella Havens.  We would be remiss not to mention the "Rat Pack," her lifelong friends.

Aside from her parents, she is predeceased by her son Jamie DiMario.  

Funeral Notice: As per Kay's wishes, all services are private. Memorial donations in Kay's memory may be made to the Thursday Morning club where a scholarship is being established for a graduating senior who is pursuing a career in Nursing. Donations may be sent to Finnerty & Stevens, 426 Main Street, Great Barrington Ma, 01230