Kathleen Horvath

September 15, 1957 - October 22, 2023

Kathleen Horvath, 66, of Corona, went to be with the Lord on October 22, 2023. Kathleen was born in Dover, Delaware on September 15, 1957 to Bill and Eileen Mckernan. After four years in Delaware, the young family (which included brother Bill), moved to California in 1961. The family grew the next several years, and Kathleen became the eldest of eight children. The Mckernan family lived in Norwalk, Cerritos, and eventually settled in Norco in 1977. Kathleen graduated from Cerritos High School in 1975. She received her AA degree at Chaffey Community College in 1979. She married the late Jerry Horvath in 1983. They had two daughters and six grandchildren. She worked as a school bus driver for First Student, Inc. from 2012 to 2023. She was well-regarded for her strong work ethics. Kathleen was known for her big, cheerful smile that could light up a football stadium! Also known for her courageous and fearless nature. Kathleen enjoyed playing/laughing with her kids & grandchildren, and going out for pizza and ice-cream. She liked to play cards with her friends, and was skilled at all types of games and puzzles. She enjoyed cooking, and was especially known for her homemade chili. Kathleen sincerely loved her family and friends. She is survived by her two daughters, Cheryl Garcia and Tracie Horvath both of Corona; her six grandchildren, Ashton, Andrew, Audrina, Alex, Lea and Lana; father Bill Mckernan of Norco; siblings Bill Mckernan of Victorville, Moira Garcia of Corona, Tim Mckernan of Jurupa, Mike Mckernan of Twin Peaks, Dan Mckernan of Riverside and Ken Mckernan of Norco. She is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. A memorial will be held for Kathleen on Friday, November 10, 2023 at 10 a.m. Thomas Miller Mortuary, 1118 E. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92879