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Leo Rafter Obituary

RAFTER
LEO R., June 8, 2008, of Clifton Heights. Husband of Catherine "Kitty" (nee Sweeney), father of Leo R. (Sharon) and the late Andrew J.; also survived by 3 grandchildren James, Justin and Jarod; his sister Marilyn Rafter and sister-in-law Annie Fitzgerald. Relatives and friends are invited to the Funeral Mass, Thursday 11 A.M. at St. Eugene Church, 200 S. Oak Ave., Primos PA, where friends may call after 9:30 A.M. Int. SS. Peter and Paul Cem. Contributions to Delaware County Hospital Hospice, 5030 State Road-Suite 3001, Drexel Hill PA 19026 would be appreciated by the family.
Arrangements by the MARVIL FUNERAL HOME, Darby.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Jun. 10, 2008.

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Joanna Leutner

June 10, 2008

Dear Kitty,
I was sadden to read about Leo's death. I knew he had been sick. He was blessed to have you take care of him. You are a wonderful, kind person.
Love,
Joanna(DCMH)

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