Catherine Margaret Chin, (nee: Zarella), age 68, daughter of Thomas Zarella and Margaret (nee: Wallace) Zarella, passed away at Bayshore Medical Center after a courageous battle with cancer.

Cathy was born on May 10, 1955 to Thomas Zarella and Margaret Zarella (nee Wallace). Cathy grew up in Cambria Heights, NY, and attended and graduated from LaGuardia Community College in Long Island City.

She is survived by her children, Lisa Traina of Roselle Park, NJ, Michelle Chin of Otego, NY, and Matthew Chin of Roselle Park, NJ; Larry Chin, her husband and the father of her children; and mother, Margaret Zarella. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Roy Traina, Jr, Senara Marshall, and Melanie; as well as her brothers, Anthony and Thomas, sisters, Sharon and Christina; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

She was a loving and caring wife and mother as well as member of her community. Cathy was an enthusiastic volunteer for school activities. She served as President of the Auxiliary Board for Roselle Park’s Youth Baseball and Softball League for several years.

Cathy took pride in her house and yard and loved taking care of the garden and flower beds. Family traditions were important to her. Cathy was sentimental and loved family photos as well as cherished all cards she received.

As her children grew, Cathy became involved in more religious activities, attending Bible groups and trips and developing her connection with her religion. She served as Eucharistic minister at Church of the Assumption for 5 years.

She had a generous heart, becoming a certified home healthcare aide and certified dementia practitioner. She then became caregiver for her father until his passing followed by caring for her mother.

Cathy will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She brought a smile to everyone's face and made friends everywhere she went.

Calling hours will be held at Mastapeter Funeral Home, 400 Faitoute Ave., Roselle Park from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 4. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Church of the Assumption, Roselle Park at 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 5 immediately followed by entombment in Forest Green Cemetery in Marlboro Twsp., NJ.

Instead of flowers the family requested donations to the Cancer Research Institute give.cancerresearch.org/donate in Catherine's memory.