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Cheryl Karrat Obituary
Cheryl was born in Utica, NY on July 2, 1947 to the late Bernard and Margaret (Margott) LaDuc. After graduating from Whitesboro High School and Elmira College, she began her teaching career in Maryland continuing in New York, Washington State, and finally Florida. She taught every grade level from K thru 12. The majority of her career was spent teaching at Saint David and All Saints Catholic Schools in Florida. She made many life-long friends and touched the lives of numerous students through her love of teaching.
Grandma Shay Shay, as she was known by her grandchildren, perfected the art of planning family events and gatherings. She took any opportunity to bring everyone together – her greatest joy was spending time with family.
Cheryl is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 52 years, Tony Karrat, her son James (Lina), and her daughters Katherine (Daniel) Jarl and Kimberly (Steve) Rauch. She also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren whom she adored and cherished: William, Sofia, and Lily Karrat, Thomas and Grace Rauch, and Erik and Hanna Jarl. She is also survived by her sister Linda LaDuc (Tina Fahringer), her brothers-in-law, John, Joe (Pat), sister-in-law, Adele Habeeb, and many loving cousins, nieces and nephews.
Her family gives thanks for her unconditional love, dedication and support to all those she knew and loved. Cheryl's family is most proud of her courage and strength in all aspects of her life. Her memory will be cherished by all who knew her.
Visitation is Thursday, April 20th, 5:00PM-8:00PM, at T. M. Ralph Plantation Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, April 21st, 11:00AM, at St. David Catholic Church, and interment immediately following in Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to T. M. Ralph Plantation Funeral Home, 7001 NW 4th Street, Plantation, FL 33317 (954) 587-6888 www.tmralph.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Cheryl Karrat
Carlos Rodriguez
April 21, 2023
Tony and family,
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your beloved wife, mother and grandmother. May Cheryl rest in eternal peace. Keeping you all in our prayers.
Carlos and Marina Rodriguez
Laura Dozier
April 20, 2023
Thinking of her son James who must get his beautiful smile and big heart from his mother!
Monroe Kiar
April 20, 2023
My deepest sympathies to Tony and his family on the loss of his beloved wife.
Ingalill and Tony Jarl
April 18, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Michael & Patty Mintzer
April 18, 2023
Tony, we are so sorry for your loss. Talking with you both at at school/church functions was always such a pleasure.
Cheryl was a treasure for the students of St. David's. She cared about them and made a real difference in their school experience. We will always be grateful for her many kindnesses.
Rosemary Connick
April 17, 2023
What can I say about one of my closest friends. I have known Cheryl almost 35 years. In that time, I have known her love for her family, her love of teaching and her strength. I will miss talking to her almost every day and hearing about her children and grandchildren, who she loved dearly and keeping her updated on Days of Our Lives. I know Tony and her children will miss her dearly. Love and prayers to all. I know I will think of her often.
Pat and Tony Potenza
April 15, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss of such a special lady. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
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