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CATHERINE GARVEY Obituary

GARVEY, Catherine R. Of West Wareham formerly of Dorchester and Braintree, April 22, 2016. Loving daughter of Mary (Harkins) Garvey of Dorchester and the late Andrew M. Garvey. Beloved mother of Julie LaCivita. Loving companion of James Perrault. Devoted sister of Mary Ann Hoppie, Peggy and Robert McGovern all of Weymouth, Gerry and Tara Garvey of Norwell, and Edward and Julie Garvey of Dorchester. Loving aunt of Andrew, Becca, Thomas, Cormac, Robert, Cole, Shea, Reed, Mitchell, Audra and Devin. Loving niece of Cecelia O'Connor and family. Visiting hours in the John J. O'Connor & Son Funeral Home, 740 Adams St. (near Gallivan Blvd.) DORCHESTER, Tuesday 4 to 8pm. Funeral Mass in St. Brendan's Church, Dorchester Wednesday morning at 10:15. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Interment private. For directions and expressions of sympathy, www.oconnorandson.com.

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 23 to Apr. 25, 2016.

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Ellen Clark

September 20, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the Garvey/Lacavita families. Cathy and I worked at MGH together for 6 years and remained friends all these years, I had no idea that she had passed and I am so sorry to hear this. My heart breaks for Julie & Jim. May she RIP.

Dad

August 18, 2016

Julie, I thank God every day for your Mom. If not for her, their would be no you. When i hear your voice,it sounds just like MOMS.She was so special. So unbelievable that she and Grampy left us the same day. Love you kid...always and forever.

May 29, 2016

Julie,your mom was one of a kind. I had the pleasure to spend at least 20 yrs with her and I know how nice a person she was. I'm so sad for you. Your Mom raised you well, and I'm so prud of you. You know I'll always be here for you. May Mom rest in peace.

Anita Norwood

May 9, 2016

To Cathy's Family,

It's hard to understand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing you were a special part of such a well-lived life.

I met Cathy a few years ago and I talked to her when she left the FDIC. Cathy spent more time asking about me and she wanted to make sure I was ok. Cathy was just that type of person. I'm happy that she came into my life, only if it was a short time.

Joni LaBollita

May 9, 2016

I am so so sad to hear of Cathy's passing.
My condolences to Jim, Julie and family. Cathy was such a bright light in this world.
She was beautiful inside and outside.
I feel such a void in my heart right now.
She made a difference to so many, just being wonderful Cathy.

Manny Paula

April 29, 2016

I wrote this days ago but never posted it but I hope it is okay to post it now:

This is so sad. I am sorry for your loss. Make that, sorry for all our loss. Cathy is a wonderful human being who had the special gift of making the world a better place when she was around. Her beautiful smile and beaming personality could brighten anyone's day.

Although the years have slipped by and the contacts were fewer and far between, I can still see her standing there, as it were yesterday, with the Corona gang making life more enjoyable, more special for all of us.

Ann Marie Worth

April 29, 2016

With sincere sympathy to Julie, Jim, Peggy, and the rest of the Garvey family. So sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure and honor to be Cathy's oncology nurse. She was very brave through her ordeal and never complained during her treatments. What a lovely lady. She will be missed by many. Many all your warm and happy memories console you during this very sad time. Cathy will always be with you in your hearts! May she rest in peace!
Ann Marie Worth, RN, BSN, OCN
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates

Ann Marie Devine

April 26, 2016

Mrs. Garvey and Family,
So sorry for your loss. May God embrace you and comfort you at this most painful time. Prayers and kind thoughts. May she rest in peace.

April 25, 2016

So sorry to hear of Cathy's passing. I had the pleasure of working with Cathy and becoming good friends. Although we did not see each other often enough, when we did, it was like no time had passed. God Bless her family and friends at this difficult time.

Donna Russo, Pembroke, MA

Meredith Miller

April 25, 2016

We have wonderful memories of Cathy. She was a wonderful person. So funny. Will miss her smile and laughter. Rest in Peace, Meredith & Steve

April 24, 2016

We are very sorry to hear of your loss and extend our deepest condolences. May the God of all comfort embrace you during this difficult time as the fond memories of your loved one sustains you with each passing day.

April 24, 2016

I am so sorry to hear about Cathy. She was a great person and will be missed.

Lauren & Jimmy

April 23, 2016

You were the BEST Cathy. Thank you for everything...see you on the other side.

Kate Bergin

April 23, 2016

Love you Julie ❤

Mary Anne Flaherty McDonald

April 23, 2016

Dear Mrs. Garvey and Family, So very sorry to hear the sad news. You will be in my prayers.

Patricia Ahern

April 23, 2016

Mrs. Garvey and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May Cathy be resting in peace!

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Apr

26

Visitation

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

John J. O'Connor & Son Funeral Home

740 Adams Street, Dorchester, MA 02122

Apr

27

Funeral Mass

10:15 a.m.

St. Brendan's Church

Dorchester, MA

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740 Adams Street, Dorchester, MA 02122

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