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Ann Gaffin Obituary

GAFFIN, ANN, 68, of Providence, died Sunday, October 5, 2008. Born in Worcester, MA, she was the beloved wife of Alan Gaffin.

Loving mother of Michael (Sue) of Providence, Jeffrey (Valerie) and Robyn, all of New York. Cherished grandmother of Sadie, Joshua and Allie.

The funeral will be held Monday at 2:00 p.m. in TEMPLE EMANU-EL, Providence. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Temple Emanu-El Rabbi's Discretionary Fund, 99 Taft Ave., Providence, RI 02906. Shiva will be observed Mon. 4-8, Tues. 2-8 and Wed. 11-1 p.m. at 11 Lorraine Ave., Providence. For more info. go to www.robyng.com/anngaffin.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Oct. 6, 2008.

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Jill Sklaroff

November 3, 2008

To the Gaffin Family,

You may not remember me, but I am Jill Sklaroff, my Mom(deceased 7 31 00) Susan Sklaroff, was friendly with your family, and I remember I used to hang around with Robyn at times, Sorry for your Loss, for I just heard about it yesterday, My sympathy's are with you all

Tom Flaherty

October 26, 2008

Dearest Robyn and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother-please extend my sympathy to your family. This on line note seems so impersonal and I am sorry. I have had foot surgery and could not make it to shiva and I did not want to send a card to Lorraine Street in case you did not get it.

Again my deepest and sincerest sympathy at this great time of loss-
Tommy Flaherty

Gail Stern (Gruzin)

October 17, 2008

Dear Gaffin Family,
Gideon and Gail (Gruzin) Stern were very sorry to learn of Ann's Death. I knew Ann from Worcester when we were teen-agers. Our condolences to the whole family

eileen & peter levenson

October 16, 2008

Eileen and Peter Levenson were so sorry to hear of the loss of Ann. She was a friend from Worcester and our daughters were friendly when they were young. Our condolences to the family.

Bobby Hopfenberg Morgenstern

October 10, 2008

Sorry to read about your loss. I have fond childhood memories of peanut butter sandwiches made with love by Ann.

Katie & Pedro Cano

October 9, 2008

To the Gaffin Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your Mother was an amazing woman who was always so pleasant, thoughtful and considerate. May knowing she is now at peace bring you some comfort at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Anthony & Denise Tudino

October 9, 2008

With great sympathy,sorry for your loss.

Nora Forbes

October 8, 2008

Ann was a joy to care for. Thank you for letting me in at your most vulnerable time.
Wishing you all peace and comfort in this difficult time.
Nora Forbes RN

Sandra, Kyra and Tanith Chiang/Benedick

October 7, 2008

Michael, Sue, Allie and Sadie,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if we can be of any assistance.
You are in our thoughts.

3B Staff The Miriam Hospital

October 7, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Ann was a very kind and caring person who will be missed by all that knew her.

Nancy Almagno

October 6, 2008

Much sympathy for the loss of your mother.

Erik Carlson

October 6, 2008

I want to extend my deepest sympathies to the Gaffin family. I was very sad to hear about your mom she was such a wonderful woman. I had the honor and the pleasure to know Ann Gaffin and I was very sorry to hear about her passing away. We will light a candle for her tonight.

Ron and Muriel Glantz

October 6, 2008

We express our deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Jonathan Glantz

October 6, 2008

Sympathy from all of us on the loss of your mother.



Jonathan Glantz

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