Kathleen (Fitzpatrick) Arnold, 71 of Natick passed away Wed. May 29th at her home after a long battle with cancer.  Born in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late Vincent and Katherine (Hickson) Fitzpatrick.  Kathleen worked as a certified nursing assistant for over 20 years at Traditions of Wayland.  She will be remembered by her patients and their families for her devoted compassionate care.

Kathleen is survived by one daughter, Kristen McCormick of Framingham, two grandchildren, Robbie and Destiney Figueroa, two sisters, Karen Burke of Cape Cod and Kim Campion of Southborough, and several nieces and nephews.  She was the sister of the late Dennis Fitzpatrick of Ashland.

Services are private.  Donations in her name may be made to the Tufts Metrowest Cancer Center, Development Office, 800 Washington St., #231, Boston, MA 02111