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1957
DIED
2012
Kathy Lafave Obituary
Kathy was born March 13, 1957, in Ogdensburg, New York, the daughter of Grace Hanna (McEathron) and Gordon Lafave, Sr.
Survivors include her life partner Frank Derwitsch Torrington, son Darius Robustelli, Wassaic, New York, son Carlo Robustelli and daughter-in-law Emily Kelahan, Bloomington, Illinois; daughter Destinie Robustelli, Raleigh, North Carolina; and brother Scott Lafave, Bellview, Florida. Kathy was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Gordon Lafave, Jr.
The family will celebrate Kathy's life in a private memorial celebration.
Memorials may be made to the Smilow Cancer Hospital, Closer to Free Fund, PO 7611 New Haven, CT 06519-0611 or online at http://www.momentumfund.net.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Tracy Rousseau
September 5, 2024
Dear Kathy, I'll always remember the great times we had together. Our fond memories are always with me. Thank you for blessing me with your friendship.
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Tracy Scott
September 6, 2023
My thoughts and prayers to Kathy's friends and family. I have many fond memories of my friend Kathy. She was a wonderful friend.
Tracy Rousseau
December 28, 2021
I just found out about my high school friend Kathy's passing and wanted to leave my sympathies. I think of you my friend often.
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