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DAVID LAFFEY Obituary

LAFFEY--David R., of Laconia, NH. July 19, 2019. Beloved husband of Sarah J. (Healy) Laffey. Devoted father of George and his wife Devin of Waltham, MA; Avery Laffey of Boca Raton, FL; David Laffey of Los Angeles, CA. Loving brother of Theresa DiPasqua and her husband Christopher of West Chester, PA; Eileen Laffey of North Haledon, NJ; Jack Laffey of Midland Park, NJ; Diane McBrady and her husband Thomas of Wyckoff, NJ. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. David was a graduate of Villanova University, class of 1979. He was Executive V.P./Sr. Managing Director for LCS Real Estate of Des Moines, Iowa and was previously an Investment Banker in New York City. Funeral from the P.E. Murray-F.J. Higgins, George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 2000 Centre St., West Roxbury, MA on Tuesday, July 23 at 9am followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Theresa Church, West Roxbury at 10am. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours on Monday, July 22 from 4-8pm. Interment private. Donations may be made to LCS Foundation, 400 Locust St., Suite 820, Des Moines, Iowa 50309 or to Miriam Boyd Parlin Hospice Residence, 10 Green Way, Wayland, MA 01778. For directions and guestbook, pemurrayfuneral.com.

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Published by New York Times on Jul. 22, 2019.

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Elizabeth Levitt Resnick

July 14, 2025

Still miss you Davie. So many wonderful memories - such a cool guy. Loving thoughts to all your beloveds.

Mark Plage

September 27, 2021

So sorry to hear about the passing of David. It's been over 50 years since I last saw him, playing touch football on the streets of Bay Ridge with David and my old buddies from OLA (Tommie T., TC, and Jimmy L.). This group of guys were amongst the best friends in my life and I will always look back and remember, and cherish those memories.

Theresa Johnston

July 24, 2019

So sorry for your loss, Sarah, George, Devin and family. This is such sad news and my heart feels for you all.
T. Johnston

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Friends at GlynnDevins

July 22, 2019

David was a force at LCS. We loved his non-traditional style. He was intensely smart and always put things in an interesting perspective, and we are privileged to have worked with David through our partnership between LCS and GlynnDevins. Sending our condolences to the Laffey family during this time.

Friends at GlynnDevins

July 22, 2019

David was a force at LCS and we loved his non-traditional style. He was intensely smart and always put things in an interesting perspective. We are fortunate to have worked with David through our partnership between LCS and GlynnDevins and send our condolences to the Laffey family during this time.

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Stephen DiPasqua

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Patty Pike

July 21, 2019

Sarah, I so enjoyed seeing you two in the Pro Shop at LCC when I worked there. You and David both always had big smiles and warm words for me and all the staff.....I am so very sorry for the devastating loss of your husband, please know we are thinking of you and sending love, Patty Pike

Tom Caufield

July 21, 2019

Although it's been nearly a half century since we last played on the streets of Brooklyn together, it was the sad news about Dave that brought three of his old Pals Jim Lawlor, Tommie Turitto and Myself to reminisce about old times on 70th street, OLA and basketball in the Laffey backyard.
He was a good kid from good people
Youre all in our prayers

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Charlie Wheeler

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July 21, 2019

A wonderful man the will certainly be missed on the grounds and clubhouse at Laconia Country Club.

Charlie Wheeler, General Manager

July 21, 2019

Sarah,My condolences and deepest sympathy on this tragic loss. David was one of the most talented and professional individuals I ever worked with throughout my career. More importantly he was a great guy- sincere, funny and a true team player. We shared a special bond as David and I were together all day trying to navigate our way out of NYC on 9/11. We spent hours walking and waiting at the Pier not knowing exactly what was happening. We talked nonstop about our children. It was obvious to me how deeply David cared about his children and how proud he was of them. I am sure they know this, however I thought I would let you know that on that horrific day I was fortunate to have David as my colleague and friend and I will truly miss him. Please extend my sympathy and prayers to the rest of the family. Bonnie Siegal

July 21, 2019

Sarah,

I am thinking of you.

Nancy Wheeler
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Elizabeth Reanick

July 21, 2019

David was my dear friend for over 25 years. The news of his passing is totally heartbreaking. I've saved his recent final voicemail and it was loving and sweet, just like him. His love for his beloved Sarah, children, siblings and friends was palpable. So many really wonderful memories but our visit to Laconia and experience in a huge storm in Lake Winnie is a standout. Sending prayers and love

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22

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury

2000 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132

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23

Funeral

9:00 a.m.

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury

2000 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132

Jul

23

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Theresa Church

West Roxbury, MA

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George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - West Roxbury

2000 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132

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