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Ladde Farfan Obituary

Ladde Farfan Born Ladde Sword, Jan. 29, 1930 died June 22, 2011 at 81 years young. Originally from Hastings on the Hudson in New York State she lived most of her life in the cities of San Francisco & San Bruno. Ladde passed away peacefully after succumbing to age-related struggles with dementia & diabetes. She is survived by her three sons, Marty, Michael and Rogan and grandson Steven Farfan and preceded by her ex-husband Rolando Farfan. Ladde adored all children, working with them to overcome many obstacles in their young lives; she enjoyed successful careers in Special Education and as a Therapist working with young children and their parents. She loved to paint and sing, she loved art museums the opera and the symphony. Her cooking was world famous and she embraced the foods and cooking of Mexico, Europe and the world. Memorial service to be held Saturday, July 2, 2011 at 1pm at Duggan's Serra Mortuary, 500 Westlake Avenue Daly City, CA 94014. With a reception at the family home in Redwood City. Donations should be offered in the place of flowers to Family Service Agency of San Francisco.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Jun. 28 to Jun. 29, 2011.

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Sheila Haskell

July 11, 2011

Dear Marty, Michael and Rogan,
As a little girl, I remember my Aunt Ladde as being beautiful and glamorous. In 1980 when I was 35 and Ladde was 50, we reconnected when I came to California. We were so much alike that I came home feeling as if I had found my soul sister in my Aunt Ladde. She loved you all so very much, and I know that you will miss her loving presence.

With love,
Cousin Sheila Haskell, Norwalk, CT

June 30, 2011

To the family of Ladde: Please accept the heartfelt consolences of the Family Service Agency of SF on behalf of our management, Board of Directors and staff. Ladde was a beloved employee of FSA for many years, and made a significant difference in the lives of many children and their families. We are so very sad to hear of her passing. We will always remember Ladde as a dedicated, commmitted and passionate therapist. She was a very special person, and will be fondly remembered by our agency. Vickie Castro, HR Director

Debbie Ness

June 29, 2011

Marty, Michael and Rogan,
I, too, remember hanging out at your house. Your mom was always kind, and your home very 'warm', because of her. She may have left you physically, but her spirit and love will be with all that knew and loved her, forever.
Take care and know that another star burns bright.
Debbie Ness

June 29, 2011

Dear Marty, Michael, and Rogan,
We, too, are feeling the loss of Ladde back east. I recall as a five year old, living in Pop Sword's house in Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, being in awe of this vibrant , ambitious, rebellious, but loving bobby-soxer known to me as Aunt Ladde. Upon graduation, she moved out west, but years later we reconnected and I'm grateful our family thrives. With love,
Wayne, Ann, Pete, and Tom Haskell, East Moriches, NY

Jon Gargett

June 29, 2011

Dear Marty,(Michael,and Rogan),
I,as well have the most fond memories of
Laddie. She allways put us "kids",in front of her busy schedule,was a great cook,helped "push" us out into the real world of work ethnics,in fact it was her that encoraged us(Marty,and Jon),to hit the streets,in 1978,to find our first jobs,(Marty at Don Sherwoods,Jon,at Instant Printing),and gave us the motivation,to seekout,what we really wanted to do in life. God bless. Jon M Gargett

June 29, 2011

Dear Marty, Michael, and Rogan,

I am sorry to hear the loss of your mother. I have so many memories of us as children growing up with all of you. She was a very special lady. She will be missed dearly.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Tamera Ness, Yuba City, California

June 29, 2011

Dear Marty, Michael, and Rogan,

I am sorry to hear the loss of your mother. I have so many memories of us as children growing up with all of you. She was a very special lady. She will be missed dearly.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Tamera Ness, Yuba City, California

Michael Flynn

June 29, 2011

Deart Marty, Michael and Rogan, my thoughts and prayers go out to you on the passing of your mother. I have nothing but fond memories of the house on Funston, and especially your mom's cooking. Your mother was very kind to me and that I will always remember.

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