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CATHY FERRARO Obituary
Age 63, of Cheswick. Beloved wife of Charles; sister of Karen, Maryann, and Robert; loving aunt to many nieces and nephews; daughter of Robert and Edith Adams. Funeral private. Arrangements by the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., Blawnox.
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Bob Martin
August 27, 2011
Mrs Ferraro was my first grade teacher, after all these years I have never forgotten her..So sorry to hear that she isn't with us anymore...My prayers and condolences go out to her whole family and the rest of the people that she has touched over the years!!!
Nicky Karbowski
August 25, 2011
Mrs Ferraro was my first grade teacher in the early 80's...I have never forgotten her, she left a lasting impression on me. She was a wonderful teacher and a beautiful person. My sincere condolences and my prayers go out to her whole family
August 4, 2011
I miss u . U were my first grade teacher and gave us candy. I hope u had memories of teaching miss u miss ferro
Anita Ryan
July 19, 2011
So sorry to hear about Cathy. My thoughts are with you even though I can not be there in person to express my sympathy.
Anita
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Eric Slifkin
July 18, 2011
My sincere sympathy to Cathy's family. I was fortunate to have worked with Cathy at Haine. She was a very dedicated teacher and she was always willing to share ideas with her colleagues. She will be missed. I will keep you in my prayers.
Megan Anderson
July 17, 2011
To Chuck and Family- My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Cathy was "one of a kind." She made us all laugh, showed us the importance of family, and taught us how to love others. I will think of her often, and miss her dearly. I love you, Cathy.
Donna Hupe
July 16, 2011
To Cathy's family...I was blessed to have taught with Cathy at Haine Elementary. She was always concerned for others including her colleagues and her family. May all who knew her remember the happy times spent with her...My deepest sympathies to all...Donna Hupe
Carol Carion
July 16, 2011
My deepest sympathies to Chuck and all of Cathy's family. Cathy was very dedicated to her family as well as her teaching profession. Cathy put her all into everything she did. I will miss her.
marilyn danley
July 16, 2011
dear chuckie,aunt dolly and cheryl,
we are all saddened about the loss of kathy! She was such a tiny person with such a very big heart!she was a special part of the family ever since i can remember.she was such a kind loving energetic person.my whole family thought a lot of her! our thoughts and prayers are are with you all!
love cousin,
July 16, 2011
Dear Adams Family and Chuck,
Our hearts ache for your loss. She will be remembered as a wonderful, caring person.
With deepest sympathy,
Raymond and Barbara Mazzei
Tim Cammisa
July 15, 2011
My prayers go out to Cathy's family, and to carrying her into heaven. Cathy was a teacher that inspired both students and staff, plus her energy level and dedication will be matched by few. Cathy's memory will live on at Haine...
Polly Shaw
July 15, 2011
Cathy is so missed by her friends at Haine School where she taught in the same first grade classroom for 40 years. She was an outstanding teacher who touched many lives. It was my pleasure to work with her for so long. My sympathies to all the family.
Cindy Dinger
July 15, 2011
Dear Chuck,
You are in our hearts and prayers. We are so very very sorry for your loss and wish there was something we could do.
Cindy and Joe Dinger
Kathy (Brose) Fisher
July 15, 2011
To all members of the Adams Family and to Chuck, You have my deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Cathy was a great person, who I knew from the time I was a little girl. We had many birthday parties with all the cousins way back when. Those were the days. She will be missed by all of her family.
July 15, 2011
Cathy was a great teacher. She will be missed by family and all of her Haine Elementary friends.
Mary Jane Lee
Amy Book
July 15, 2011
Celebrating an extraordinary teacher and person. Her legacy will live on in those she has touched!
July 15, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Know that your entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers in a very special way. I loved and respected Cathy. She had a kind heart and was a good friend.
Rae Anne Bosnyak
Haine Elementary School
Jack & Lois Praski
July 15, 2011
Chuck our Deepest Sympathy. She was a Good Hearted Woman Loved by a Good Timing Man.
Nancy Lintelman
July 15, 2011
Cathy will be missed by everyone!!! Cathy made the HALLS of HAINE Elementary School a very happy place for 40 years. She always had us laughing about something and LOVED the children she taught. She will remain in our hearts forever.
Nancy Rostcheck
July 15, 2011
Bob & family my sincere condolences on the loss of your sister. Nancy Rostcheck
July 15, 2011
Bob my heart felt condolence goes out to you and your family. Nancy Rostcheck
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