She is gone.
My beloved soulmate, Kathleen Farago May, died today. She was 65 years old, and had been suffering from ovarian cancer for the last five months. In the end the suffering proved too much to bear, especially given that there was no chance of recovery.
Her transition happened as she had wished - peacefully at home, without pain, with serenity, awareness and deep curiosity.
The world will miss Kathy's wisdom, insight, love, humour and her overflowing creativity.
Her spirit will live on in the memories and hearts of all who knew her, as well as in the thousands of sublime works of art she created during her lifetime. Her soul has become an integral part of the world and the deeper Mystery, as it has always been.
Kathleen, we who love you honour your life, and wish you a safe, joyous and transcendent journey.
Kathy was born on May 24, 1952 in Budapest Hungary. She escaped into Austria with her parents in the final wave of refugees in 1956 by walking out across snow-covered marshes, one of the youngest children to take that route. She came as a refugee to Montreal, where she spent the next 16 years. She then spent 11 years in London Ontario where we first met in 1972, 13 years in Rochester New York, and 14 years in Los Angeles, where we were finally re-united. She spent her last seven years in Ottawa, making art full time.
She realized she was an artist at the age of five. She was especially prolific during the last decade, thanks to her embrace of digital art and fractals. She has left us an enormous body of work, literally thousands of digital paintings. Her images have caused many of her fans to say that they feel they are looking at the structure of reality itself, or perhaps getting a glimpse into their own souls. Spending time with Kathleen's work is a transcendent experience. I will always treasure the memory of watching her at work, as her Muses channeled the inspiration that flowed from her hands onto the computer screen.
Bodhi Paul Chefurka
Kathleen has asked me to share this last message with the world.
I have decided to take my leave, based on the current state of my body and quality of life. I regret only that I don’t have the energy left to say an individual goodbye to each of you. I celebrate that you have each been in my life and my heart! Your friendship and love have been a pillar of strength in my life and they are treasures that I will carry with me into the mystery that awaits. Please know that the brevity of this note only reflects my waning energy, not any absence of depth of emotion and appreciation. I am deeply grateful for your presence in my life and hope that you can feel how much you each have meant to me. Thank you for all that you have done and been to me – I will see you on the other side, or perhaps even before!
Kathleen Farago May
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Such a beautiful tribute to her legacy and spirit!
Rest in Peace, Kathleen Farago May.
And The_jackalope, may you find some consolation in your memories of the years you had together.
i hope when it's my time i will have so much courage, love and faith.
a tiny bit of advice from a bereaved mother: look for the signs. peace and comfort to you in your grief. PM me any time if you ever need to vent.
and what a wonderful spirit was displayed in her message.
May that spirit, and the good memories, sustain you.
Blessing and peace to you and safe journey home to Kathleen.... 
To my loved ones:
I have decided to take my leave, based on the current state of my body and quality of life. I regret only that I don’t have the energy left to say an individual goodbye to each of you. I celebrate that you have each been in my life and my heart! Your friendship and love have been a pillar of strength in my life and they are treasures that I will carry with me into the mystery that awaits. Please know that the brevity of this note only reflects my waning energy, not any absence of depth of emotion and appreciation. I am deeply grateful for your presence in my life and hope that you can feel how much you each have meant to me. Thank you for all that you have done and been to me – I will see you on the other side, or perhaps even before!
Kathleen Farago May
I loved this: She realized she was an artist at the age of five.
It is the absolute worst! The cure for cancer is out there and we just aren't trying hard enough to find it.
I'm so sorry for your loss and I'm sorry the world has lost Kathleen. Thanks for sharing her story with us.
Peace to you, Jackalope!
They convey such love and understanding.
You remember, she rests in the grace of the universe. We all are, were, and will always be stars made conscious.
May you continue in her love, peace, and knowledge.
She will live forever as part of the universe as will we all, she will always be with you.
My deepest condolences.
I can't imagine the feelings you're experiencing right now. Kathleen sounded like a very kind, gentle, loving soul, and I'm sorry I never met her. Her suffering is now over. I hope you're doing well, and thanks for letting your family at DU know.
For Kathleen Farago May
on the loss of your beloved Kathleen. These are difficult days to be sure. Please be gentle with yourself. You have touched me by sharing your journey. Thank you dear jackalope. Safe home, Kathleen.
jackalope, I am so sorry. My heart is breaking for you. We will always be here for you, always.
Lovely tribute.
So sorry for your loss, peace to you.
I'm so sorry for your loss. She was clearly a fantastic, beloved person. Your words and hers are deeply moving. Best wishes.
For the loss of Kathleen.
Words are hard to find.
If this is hers, it's VERY beautiful. Ethereal.
Before commenting I looked her up online. Her art is fantastic, I would have loved to own a piece. It's beautiful work. I uploaded Aries, my astrological symbol, so that others can see her work.
She seems to have been a wonderful person, aside from being a talented artist. My condolences to you and your loved ones.
I'll look forward to meeting her on the other side.
In the meantime, my deepest condolences to you. 
