Kathleen Joan Graf

Kathleen Joan Graf obituary

Kathleen Joan Graf

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Oct

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6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Bryant Funeral Home

411 Old Town Rd, East Setauket, NY 11733

Oct

3

Service

11:00 a.m.

St. James Churchyard Cemetery

Route 25 A & Ridgeway Ave., Setauket, NY 11733

Kathleen Graf Obituary

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Kathleen J. Graf, of Stony Brook, NY passed away peacefully on Saturday September 27, 2025, surrounded by her children and loved ones. Born April 27, 1943 in Flushing, Queens to Thomas and Helen Doherty, Kathy lived a life centered around her love of her friends and family.

Kathy was predeceased by her beloved husband Joseph. She is survived by her 3 children Heather (and Jim), Joseph (and Margaret), Laura, her beloved grandchildren Katia, and Ethan, as well as her siblings Thomas (and Susan), and Paula (and Bruce).

Kathy was an avid reader, shopper, and dog lover. She enjoyed knitting, the beach in Soudview, lunches with her friends, and talking about her grandchildren. She had an enviable spitfire spirit, and iron clad will to live. She will be forever missed and never forgotten.
Bryant Funeral Home - East Setauket

411 Old Town Rd, East Setauket, NY 11733

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Oct

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Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Bryant Funeral Home

411 Old Town Rd, East Setauket, NY 11733

Oct

3

Service

11:00 a.m.

St. James Churchyard Cemetery

Route 25 A & Ridgeway Ave., Setauket, NY 11733

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