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1937
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2017
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Kathleen Sexton Obituary
Kathleen Sexton 79, of Hawthorne, N.Y. died on Jan.16,2017 at her residence. She was born on June 29,1937 to the late Michael and Winifred Garvin in Co.Mayo, Ireland. Kathleen was very devoted and supportive to her family and especially her husband Dermot, whom she loved dearly. She enjoyed gardening and bird watching and also loved looking at the ocean. Kathleen is survived by her devoted husband, Dermot Sexton of Hawthorne, N.Y. and by her loving children, Patty Ann (Victor) McStay of Croton, N.Y. and Bill (Janine) Sexton of Goldens Bridge, N.Y. four sisters, Mary Tighe of England, Veronica McGrath of Ireland, Sarah Ann McGreal of Scarsdale, N.Y. and Evelyn Sexton of White Plains, N.Y. also survived by her six cherished grandchildren, Rory, Shannon and Connor McStay and Samantha, Jack and Michael Sexton.
Predeceased by one brother, Michael Garvin. Reposing, Hawthorne Funeral Home on Friday, 4-8 PM. Funeral Mass, Holy Rosary Church, Hawthorne, N.Y. on Saturday,10 AM. Interment, Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, N.Y. In lieu of flowers donations to Hawthorne Fire Dept. Ambulance 25 Home Street Hawthorne, N.Y. 10532 would be appreciated.
HAWTHORNE FUNERAL HOME
21 West Stevens Ave.
Hawthorne, New York 10532
914-769-4404
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