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Kathy Gubbins Obituary
Kathy "Kate" (Perry) Gubbins
April 21, 1955 - June 12, 2024
JORDAN - Kathy "Kate" (Perry) Gubbins passed away on June 12, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family and friends. She was born on April 21, 1955, in Buffalo NY, to the late Richard and Nancy Perry.
Kate was a beloved Nursing Supervisor at Auburn Memorial Hospital, RN with SUNY Upstate, and a Nursing Instructor at Cayuga Community College. She also served as a Clinical Instructor at SUNY Upstate and Golisano Children's Hospital, dedicating her career to caring for others.
Outside of work, Kate found joy in horse carriage competitions and Western riding. Her horse farm, Katy Did Meadows, was her sanctuary where she cared for her horses, kitties, and puppy dogs. She also provided first-time jobs for the youth in her community. Kate's love for her family, friends, and animals was evident in everything she did.
She is survived by her loving husband, of 35 years, David M. Smart; her children: Eric Smart (Lisa Gates), Stephanie Smart-Jackowski (Rich Mamone), Peter Smart (Tracey) and David J. Smart. Kate also cherished her grandchildren: Noah Jackowski (Natalie Dimatteo) and Leah Jackowski; her sisters: Nancy Perry and Suzanne Cooke (John).
A funeral service to honor Kate's life will be held at Farrell's Funeral Service, Inc., 84 South St., Auburn, NY, on Thursday, June 20, 2024, from 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. with a Service to be held at 6:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers , contributions can be made to the Town of Elbridge Archives or Jordan Fire Department and Ambulance Corp in Kate's memory.
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Rebecca King
September 20, 2024
I didn´t know Katie that you were gone and we would´ve been to your services. I´ll always remember the fun we had at the trailer park and that you taught me it was OK to swear as a woman.
Darlene LaFave
June 17, 2024
So very Sorry Dave and family .. Sincere Condolences...
Darlene And Don LaFave
Joe fantasia
June 16, 2024
So sorry to hear about Katie. Knew her from way back when I worked with Jack and then was reacquainted when we lived across the street for seven years after we built our house. Talked to her this spring and promised to bring her some veggies from our garden this summer.
Diane Holbert
June 15, 2024
Thank you, Dear Katie for calling me your best friend. That honor I know now I must share with Cheryl and members of our "Barn Family". We were all your best friends. So many things I wish I had said to you Monday night. I had a plan to visit you one more time but you left before I had a chance. Thank you for trusting me enought to confide in me when things were bugging you, and for being a confidant when things were bugging me. I love my memories of our "cube busting" sessions where we poured out our souls, our music, and our jokes with one another. I already miss you terribly. You blessed my life in so many ways. I will always think of you when I eat Greek food or when I see jelly beans. A myriad of other images will remind me of you. Try not to be too bossy with the help over at the Rainbow Bridge. I love you, my dearest friend and look forward to seeing you again. Diane H.
Margaret owren
June 15, 2024
I knew Kate from ccc nursing program, she was an amazing clinical instructor and a sweet person.
Margaret Owren, RN
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